Geotechnical Modelling for Seismic Risk and Resilience

Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research; Italy; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Università di Pavia seeks a researcher to advance numerical modelling in geotechnical engineering for seismic and hydrogeological hazards. You will develop, calibrate, and apply models to assess safety and resilience of structures and infrastructure.

The position is part of the DORIAN project, open to Italian or foreign candidates holding a PhD or equivalent. The work emphasizes risk mitigation and digital tools for simulating natural events and related measures.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent qualification in a related field on the date of deadline.
• Experience in numerical modelling and risk assessment is expected.
• Experience in geotechnical engineering and natural hazard analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply advanced numerical modelling for geotechnical structures.
• Assess safety and resilience of infrastructure under natural hazards.
• Calibrate models and analyze mitigation strategies using case studies.

Skills

Numerical modelling

Geotechnical engineering

Seismic risk analysis

Hydrogeological hazards

Education

PhD or equivalent qualification (abroad accepted)

Job description

Università di Pavia seeks a researcher to advance numerical modelling in geotechnical engineering for seismic and hydrogeological hazards. You will develop, calibrate, and apply models to assess safety and resilience of structures and infrastructure.

The position is part of the DORIAN project, open to Italian or foreign candidates holding a PhD or equivalent. The work emphasizes risk mitigation and digital tools for simulating natural events and related measures.