PhD Researcher: Finite Element Methods for Multiphysics

University of Eastern Finland; Pohjois-Savo; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible multi-location work

Extensive occupational health care

Staff training

Lunch discount on campus restaurants

Affordable sports services

Job summary

University of Eastern Finland invites applications for a Doctoral Researcher (PhD Student) in Finite Element Technology for Smooth Problems at Kuopio Campus. Fixed-term for three years from 1 January 2027, with a salary structure based on job level and personal elements.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field, eligibility for LUMETO doctoral studies, and strong English. Teaching duties may occur up to 5% of time, with research travels and collaborations encouraged.

Qualifications

• We expect a Master’s degree in a related field and admission to doctoral studies.
• Strong foundation in mathematics and continuum physics is required.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Develop, analyze, and implement finite element methods for complex problems.
• Publish scientific results and contribute to conferences and visits.
• Possibly deliver teaching-related duties up to 5% of time.
• Advance doctoral research towards the dissertation in a collaborative setting.

Skills

Math & continuum physics

Scientific programming (Python)

English proficiency

FEM knowledge

Education

Master’s degree in computational physics and engineering

Tools

Python

C++

C

Rust

Job description

University of Eastern Finland invites applications for a Doctoral Researcher (PhD Student) in Finite Element Technology for Smooth Problems at Kuopio Campus. Fixed-term for three years from 1 January 2027, with a salary structure based on job level and personal elements.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field, eligibility for LUMETO doctoral studies, and strong English. Teaching duties may occur up to 5% of time, with research travels and collaborations encouraged.