University Assistant/PhD Position in structural dynamics

Graz University of Technology; Österreich; Vor Ort; EUR 48 000 - 56 000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading technical university in Austria is seeking a First Stage Researcher (R1) in Engineering Research. This role involves teaching engineering mechanics courses and conducting research on structural vibrations. The ideal candidate holds a Master's in Mechanical Engineering and possesses strong knowledge in structural dynamics and related areas. The position offers a supportive work environment with flexible schedules and opportunities for personal development.

Leistungen

Flexible working schedule

Collegial working atmosphere

Subsidy for public transport

University's sports program

Pension funds

Health management

Qualifikationen

• Master in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of structural dynamics and related fields is essential.
• Ability to work in a team is necessary, along with programming experience.

Aufgaben

• Teach Engineering Mechanics I and II, Multibody Dynamics, and Structural Dynamics.
• Conduct research on nonlinear dynamics of structural vibrations.
• Manage teaching and research activities.

Kenntnisse

Knowledge of structural dynamics

Multibody dynamics

Nonlinear vibrations

Numerical and analytical modelling

Teamwork

Programming experience

Very good knowledge of German

Teaching experience

Ausbildung

Master in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Offer Description

First stage researcher (R1) in Engineering Research within the Institute of Mechanics, Graz University of Technology, Austria.

Responsibilities

• Teaching courses: Engineering Mechanics I and II, Multibody Dynamics, Structural Dynamics.
• Conduct research on the nonlinear dynamics of structural vibrations.
• Administration of teaching and research activities.

Qualifications

• Master in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• In‑depth knowledge of structural dynamics, multibody dynamics, nonlinear vibrations, numerical and analytical modelling, and experimental investigations of vibrating structures.
• Ability to work in a team and programming experience.
• Very good knowledge of German and teaching experience for the supervised courses.

Offer

• Interesting area of responsibility.
• Collegial and friendly working atmosphere.
• Flexible working schedule (possibility for home office, paid lunch break).
• International training and teaching opportunities.
• Seal of quality for in‑house advancement of women.
• Award for being the most family‑friendly company in Styria 2018.
• 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 salary of at least €52,007.20 for a full‑time position. An overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible.

Equality Principle

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, or disability. Qualified female applicants are explicitly encouraged to apply; preference will be given to women if applicants are equally qualified. People with disabilities and those with relevant qualifications are expressly invited to apply.

Contact

Graz University of Technology
Institute of Mechanics