POSTDOC position on lattice modelling of sulfur mortar

Updated: 4 months ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 29 Jan 2024

5 Jan 2024
Job Information
Organisation/Company

Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB)
Department

BATir
Research Field

Engineering » Civil engineering
Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
Country

Belgium
Application Deadline

29 Jan 2024 - 08:00 (Europe/Brussels)
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
Offer Starting Date

1 Mar 2024
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

We are looking for a junior Postdoc in the field of lattice modelling. The aim is to model a sulfur concrete material as it heats up, in collaboration with a PhD student who is doing the experimental work. We are considering a lattice model for solid and cracked materials, and the application of localized heating.

The position is available for a highly motivated Postdoc who wish to join the BATir department and the group on Sustainable Structural Design headed by Prof. Didier Snoeck (ULB, Belgium). You are expected to conduct the modelling of the novel material, backed by previous experience in lattice modelling.

Job profile

The candidate needs to have a background (PhD) in the topics on construction and building materials, and lattice modelling. Above all, applicants should have a high interest in scientific research; an independent and well-organized working style, demanding high quality of your own work; well-developed social skills directed towards working in an interdisciplinary team, excellent interpersonal and communicative skills; strong motivation to succeed in scientific research, excellent presentation and scientific writing skills, excellent English language skills (verbally and written).

Duration

The total Postdoc time is 1-year, with the option to apply for local funding.

Type of scholarship

It is a scholarship for a starting Postdoc. This junior Postdoc position is taking place in the framework of an ARC (Actions de recherche concertées consolidation 2022-2025) project. The type of scholarship stipulates <2yrs mobility in Belgium during the last 3 years.

Starting date

As soon as possible, preferably March 2024, no later than June 2024.

How to apply

Screening of applications begins immediately and continues until outstanding candidates are selected. (Online interviews are possible for candidates outside Belgium).

Applications must contain the following documents in English: a personal (motivation) letter mentioning the experience on lattice modelling and curriculum vitae, a copy of degree certificates and associated certificates, a copy of degree projects and any previous relevant publications and a proof of English language skills.

The documents should be sent to [email protected]


Requirements
Research Field
Engineering » Civil engineering
Education Level
PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

The candidate needs to have a background (PhD) in the topics on construction and building materials, and lattice modelling. Above all, applicants should have a high interest in scientific research; an independent and well-organized working style, demanding high quality of your own work; well-developed social skills directed towards working in an interdisciplinary team, excellent interpersonal and communicative skills; strong motivation to succeed in scientific research, excellent presentation and scientific writing skills, excellent English language skills (verbally and written).


Specific Requirements

It is a scholarship for a starting Postdoc. This junior Postdoc position is taking place in the framework of an ARC (Actions de recherche concertées consolidation 2022-2025) project. The type of scholarship stipulates <2yrs mobility in Belgium during the last 3 years.


Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent

Research Field
Engineering » Civil engineering
Years of Research Experience
1 - 4

Additional Information
Eligibility criteria

It is a scholarship for a starting Postdoc. This junior Postdoc position is taking place in the framework of an ARC (Actions de recherche concertées consolidation 2022-2025) project. The type of scholarship stipulates <2yrs mobility in Belgium during the last 3 years.


Selection process

Screening of applications begins immediately and continues until outstanding candidates are selected. (Online interviews are possible for candidates outside Belgium).

Applications must contain the following documents in English: a personal (motivation) letter mentioning the experience on lattice modelling and curriculum vitae, a copy of degree certificates and associated certificates, a copy of degree projects and any previous relevant publications and a proof of English language skills.

The documents should be sent to [email protected]


Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Université libre de Bruxelles - Campus Solbosch - Building C
Country
Belgium
City
Brussels
Postal Code
1050
Street
Av. Adolphe Buyl 87
Geofield


Where to apply
E-mail

[email protected]

Contact
City

Brussels
Website

https://dsnoeck.ulb.be
Street

50 Avenue F.D. Roosevelt
Postal Code

1050
E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED

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