Postdoc: Earth Sciences, FEM Modelling & Thermal-Fluid

University College Dublin; Ireland; On-site; EUR 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University College Dublin invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to join the ROTTnROCK project, funded by an ERC Synergy grant. The position focuses on numerical modelling, Finite Element Method modelling, and thermal or fluid coupling, with funding for computing, fieldwork, conferences and publication fees.

The appointment is for 24 months with possible extension. Closing date 4 November 2026, noon local Irish time.

Qualifications

• Expertise in numerical modelling and FEM-based approaches.
• Experience with thermal or fluid coupling in geoscience models.
• Strong computing and data analysis skills.

Skills

Numerical modelling

Finite Element Method

Thermal coupling

Fluid coupling

High-performance computing

Education

PhD in Geography/Geosciences

Tools

HPC computing

Job description

University College Dublin invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to join the ROTTnROCK project, funded by an ERC Synergy grant. The position focuses on numerical modelling, Finite Element Method modelling, and thermal or fluid coupling, with funding for computing, fieldwork, conferences and publication fees.

The appointment is for 24 months with possible extension. Closing date 4 November 2026, noon local Irish time.