Doctoral and postdoctoral positions NOVEL APPROACHES FOR MODELLING FLOOD RISK AND CASCADING EFFECTS

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Doctoral and postdoctoral positions NOVEL APPROACHES FOR MODELLING FLOOD RISK AND CASCADING EFFECTS

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Offer DescriptionTwo positions are available, each of them primarily focused on one of the two topics below.

• Modelling the impacts of riverine floods across various societal sectors: design and implementation of surveys, analysis of existing and newly collected data, model development (incl. machine-learning techniques) and validation (based on data from the 2021 European mega-flood), application to real-world case studies in Belgium and Germany.
• Modelling the hydrodynamic effects of bridge clogging by floating debris: analysis of existing field data and laboratory observations, site monitoring, model development and testing, application to real-world case studies in Belgium and Germany.

Both positions are open either to a doctoral candidate (PhD position) or to a PhD-holder (post-doc position).RequirementsResearch Field Engineering » Civil engineering Education Level Master Degree or equivalentSkills/Qualifications

• Proficiency in computer programming (e.g., Python)
• Fluency in English
• Fluency in French is an asset

Languages ENGLISH Level ExcellentLanguages FRENCH Level GoodResearch Field Engineering » Civil engineering Years of Research Experience NoneAdditional InformationBenefitsFully funded positions for up to four years (annual contract renewal, after a trial period of three to six months). Basic gross monthly salary for full-time work equivalent to about 5,000 EUR.Based on your career path and personal details, ULiège Human Resources Department will determine the exact gross monthly salary. Employment benefits such as reimbursement of public transportation fees and access to a variety of training opportunities are also included.Dynamic working environment, with stimulating scientific support, state-of-the-art facilities, and advanced computational modelling tools.Eligibility criteria

• Proficiency in computer programming (e.g., Python)
• Fluency in English
• Fluency in French is an asset

Selection processInterested candidates should apply by filling in this online form:Short-listed candidates will have to take part in an interview at the University of Liege. The positions will remain open until filled; but the selection will start from March 15th, 2024. Starting date is expected in the period from April to September 2024.Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute University of Liège school of engineering department UEE ( Urban Environmental Engineering) Country Belgium State/Province Liège City Liège ( Sart Tilman) Postal Code 4000 Street Allée de la Découverte, 9 B52 GeofieldWhere to apply WebsiteContact State/ProvinceLiège CityLiège WebsiteStreetAllée de la Découverte, 9 B52 Postal Code4000 E-Mail[email protected]STATUS: EXPIRED

Expected salary

€5000 per month

Location

Liège

Job date

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 08:26:30 GMT

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