University Assistant/PhD Position in engineering dynamics

Euraxess; Graz; Vor Ort; EUR 47.578 - 58.151; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible working schedule

Home office possibility

International training opportunities

Family-friendly policies

University sports program

Zusammenfassung

Graz University of Technology is seeking a highly motivated PhD student to join the Institute of Mechanics. The role focuses on analyzing dynamical effects in applications from train dynamics to biomechanics, with an emphasis on multibody systems and nonlinear phenomena.

The position includes preparing a PhD thesis and collaborating on research projects. You will also assist in teaching courses in Statics, Dynamics, Multibody Dynamics, and Structural Dynamics and undertake related administrative

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field is required.
• Programming experience in Python or Matlab.
• Very good German language skills.
• Team player with proactive, collaborative mindset.

Aufgaben

• Contribute to research on dynamics of multibody systems and complete a PhD thesis.
• Assist in teaching courses: Statics, Dynamics, Multibody Dynamics, and Structural Dynamics.
• Handle administrative tasks related to teaching and research activities.

Kenntnisse

Python

Matlab

Team player

German language skills

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Organisation/Company Graz University of Technology Department Institute of Mechanics Research Field Engineering Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Application Deadline 31 Aug 2026 - 23:00 (UTC) Country Austria Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Offer Starting Date 1 Oct 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number 3050 / 2026 / 9379 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Your Responsibilities

We are looking for a highly motivated PhD student to join the Institute of Mechanics. Our research focuses on the analysis of dynamical effects in various applications, ranging from train dynamics to biomechanics. Our work centers on multibody systems, with a particular emphasis on the understanding of nonlinear effects and variability.

As part of this role, you will contribute to research activities in these areas, with the expectation of completing a PhD thesis. In addition to research, you will assist in teaching responsibilities for courses in Statics, Dynamics, Multibody Dynamics, and Structural Dynamics.

The position also includes administrative tasks related to teaching and research activities.

Your Profile

Programming experience in a higher-level programming language, such as Python or Matlab, is required for this position. Experience with experimental investigations of vibrating structures and with teaching in the field of engineering mechanics are advantageous. We are looking for a team player with a proactive and collaborative mindset.

Admission Requirements

A completed Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field is required for this position. Solid knowledge of mechanics and very good German language skills are essential.

We Offer

• Interesting area of responsibility
• Collegial and friendly working atmosphere
• Flexible working schedule (e.g. possibility for home office, paid lunch break - depending on working hours)
• International training and teaching opportunities
• Seal of quality for in-house advancement of women
• Family‑friendly employer
• Subsidy for public transport
• University’s sports program
• Shopping Discounts
• Workplace Health Management
• Top research infrastructure and access to the latest technologies
• Exciting opportunities for professional and personal development
• Safe and stable working environment
• Company pension funds

We offer an annual gross salary of at least € 52,865.40 for a fulltime position. An overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible.

Equality Principle

Graz University of Technology aims to increase the proportion of women, in particular in management and academic staff, and therefore qualified female applicants are explicitly encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to women if applicants are equally qualified.

Graz University of Technology actively promotes diversity and equal opportunities. Applicants are not to be discriminated against in personnel selection procedures on the grounds of gender, ethnicity, religion or ideology, age, sexual orientation (Anti-discrimination).

People with disabilities and who have the relevant qualifications are expressly invited to apply.

Organisational Unit

The Institute of Mechanics belongs to the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Economic Sciences. In teaching, the team members are mainly involved in basic training for engineering mechanics in mechanical, industrial, digital and biomedical engineering courses of study. In addition to the basic training, specialization lectures for advanced modelling and simulation techniques of mechanical systems are offered for students in computational engineering. Our research addresses questions related to mechanical vibrations, rotor dynamics and sensitivity analysis. Applications are found in various machines, vehicle dynamics and bio‑mechanics.

Contact

Graz University of Technology
Institute of Mechanics