PhD Researcher: Next-Gen Micro-Profiled Steel Roof Decking

Karlstad University; Elsene; Sur place; EUR 22 320 - 29 016; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Homeworking options

Telework allowance

Health insurance

Travel reimbursement

Campus meals

Sport facilities and discounts

Résumé du poste

Vrije Universiteit Brussel invites applications for a predoctoral PhD position in the Mechanica van materialen en constructies department, funded under PERFORM (RFCS). The project focuses on the structural behaviour of light- and micro-profiled steel roof sheeting, combining experimental work and numerical modelling to develop robust, optimized design solutions.

You will contribute to research and education, supervise tutorials when needed, and collaborate with industrial partners.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Strong background in mechanics of materials and computational mechanics; familiarity with finite element simulations; proficiency with ABAQUS; programming skills (MATLAB, Python, or C++).
• Knowledge of design and structural analysis of steel structures; familiarity with Eurocodes, especially cold-formed thin-walled sections.
• Reliable, autonomous, and proactive; experience with experimental characterization is an advantage.
• Ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals and work in an international environment; proficient in English (CEFR C1).
• Accommodation of residence requirements for non-EEA nationals where applicable.

Responsabilités

• Conduct experimental and numerical research on the structural behaviour of light- and micro-profiled steel roof decking.
• Design and perform laboratory experiments; develop and validate finite element models; formulate analytical/design-oriented models.
• Investigate effects of micro-profiling and perforations on structural performance; study interaction with supporting steel structures.
• Collaborate with academic and industrial partners to develop reliable, efficient and sustainable design solutions.
• Coordinate and supervise tutorials and laboratory sessions; teaching assignments determined yearly in consultation.

Description du poste

Vrije Universiteit Brussel invites applications for a predoctoral PhD position in the Mechanica van materialen en constructies department, funded under PERFORM (RFCS). The project focuses on the structural behaviour of light- and micro-profiled steel roof sheeting, combining experimental work and numerical modelling to develop robust, optimized design solutions.

You will contribute to research and education, supervise tutorials when needed, and collaborate with industrial partners.