Doctoral Researcher in Computational Mechanics

About the FSTM

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

The Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine (FSTM) at the University of Luxembourg contributes multidisciplinary expertise in the fields of Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences and Medicine.
Through its dual mission of teaching and research, the FSTM seeks to generate and disseminate knowledge and train new generations of responsible citizens in order to better understand, explain and advance society and environment we live in.

Your role

• Master's degree in Computational Mechanics / Applied Mathematics / Engineering or a related field
• Profound knowledge of numerical optimisation, continuum mechanics, finite element methods
• Familiar with Python programming, TeX-based documentation and associated software environments
• Experience with the FEniCS framework is an asset
• Good English language skills (minimum certified B2 level, C1 level is a plus)
• Open for a multilingual / international environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Your profile

• Manage and drive forward your PhD research project
• Attend doctoral school courses, trainings and events
• Disseminate your results at conferences and seminars
• Author scientific articles and your PhD thesis
• Contribute to teaching, supervision of student projects

We offer

• 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 …

How to apply

Applications should include:

• Curriculum Vitae (maximum two pages)
• Cover letter (maximum one page) detailing how you meet the selection criteria
• Publication list (if any) and PDFs of those publications
• Master's thesis (final or draft; if draft, then state the expected submission date)
• Copies of diplomas, transcripts with grades, with English, French or German translation

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. All documents should be uploaded in PDF format. To ensure full consideration, candidates should apply by 31 May 2025 ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by Email will not be considered.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students.

General information:

• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 36 Month (extendable by 12 months)
• Earliest start date July 2025, student and employee status
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Campus Belval
• Internal Title: Doctoral Researcher
• Job Reference: UOL07111

The yearly gross salary for every PhD at the UL is EUR 40952 (full time).