Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in England is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering. The role involves joining a research project on flood protection systems and requires a PhD/DPhil in related fields. Candidates should be skilled in numerical modelling, with a particular focus on liquefaction of sands. The position is full-time and fixed-term until November 2025, offering a salary ranging from £39,424 to £47,779 per annum.

Qualifications

• PhD/DPhil (or near completion) in numerical modelling for geotechnical earthquake engineering problems.
• Experience in liquefaction of sands preferred.

Responsibilities

• Join a research project investigating seismic vulnerability of flood protection systems.
• Contribute to the numerical modelling work.
• Set up and validate numerical simulations.

Skills

Numerical modelling for geotechnical earthquake engineering problems

Focus on liquefaction of sands

Education

PhD/DPhil in relevant field

Tools

OpenSees

Job description

Overview

Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering, based in Central Oxford. The appointment is full-time, fixed-term to 21 November 2025, funded by the US Army.

Responsibilities

• Join a research project investigating the seismic vulnerability of flood protection systems on layered soil deposits, with focus on partial drainage effects.
• Contribute to the numerical modelling work, benefiting from novel element-level and centrifuge testing experimental results.
• Set up and validate numerical simulations, generalize experimental observations, and provide insight on the response of selected case studies.

Qualifications

• PhD/DPhil (or near completion) in numerical modelling for geotechnical earthquake engineering problems, preferably with a focus on liquefaction of sands.

How to apply

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Prof. Orestis Adamidis (email: [e-mail]).

Online applications should be submitted before midday on 26 September 2025. Include a covering letter/supporting statement describing research interests, a CV, and the details of two referees.

Department information

The Department holds an Athena Swan Bronze award, highlighting its commitment to promoting women in Science, Engineering and Technology.

Publications and contact

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Earthquake Engineering
• Numerical Modelling
• OpenSees
• Embankments

Contact Person: Professor Orestis Adamidis

Closing Date & Time: 26-Sep-2025 12:00

Pay Scale: Research Grade 7

Contact Email: [e-mail]

Salary: Grade 7: £39,424 - £47,779 per annum