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The open position is located at ArcelorMittal Chair at the University of Luxembourg, which was created by the University of Luxembourg and ArcelorMittal.
Your Role…
The PhD student (doctoral candidate) will work under the guidance of a professor on a research theme and will also contribute to education and committee work in a certain extent. She/he should finish the work with a doctoral degree in engineering science.
Foreseen research
The ArcelorMittal Chair of Steel construction researches in steel- and steel composite structures. The foreseen research project deals with the investigation of steel-timber structures and the respective load-bearing and failure behaviour. The different influencing parameters have to be investigated. Experimental works in the laboratory and numerical analyses with the help of scientific computational finite element programs (e.g. Sofistik or ABAQUS) have to be conducted.
What we expect from you…
- Diploma or Master degree in Civil Structural Engineering, Mechanics or an equivalent degree in engineering
- Willingness to enrol as PhD student at UL
- Basic competence in laboratory and analytical work is necessary
- Knowledge of nonlinear FE Analysis is mandatory
- Language: English, German or French will be seen as an asset
In Short…
- Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 36 Month (extendable up to 48 months if required)
- Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
- Location: Kirchberg
- Employee and student status
- Job Reference: UOL05070
The yearly gross salary for every PhD at the UL is EUR 38.028,96 (full time)
How to apply…
Applications should include:
- Cover letter / Motivation letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Copies of Diploma and Transcripts (Master and Bachelor degrees)
- Recommendation letters
- Copies of Certificates and any additional information
We ensure a full consideration for applications received by 31 August 2022 – then the posting will remain online until filled. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.
The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion and diversity as key values. We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.
In return you will get…
- Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries. Member of the “University of the Greater Region” (UniGR).
- A modern and dynamic university. High-quality equipment. Close ties to the business world and to the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban site with excellent infrastructure.
- A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and with numerous non-academic partners such as ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs …
Further information…
For additional information please contact:
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Christoph Odenbreit christoph.odenbreit@uni.lu or Dr Jie Yang jie.yang@uni.lu