Postdoctoral Fellow in Interdependencies and cascading effects in Urban Water Systems

1 stilling; Trondheim; On-site; NOK 634,000; Full time

Job summary

NTNU is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Interdependencies and Cascading Effects in Urban Water Systems. The role offers a 3-year contract focused on research that enhances urban infrastructure's resilience amid climate change, with opportunities for publication and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Benefits

Career development support

Inclusive workplace

Mentor program

Favorable pension terms

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in relevant field required.
• Strong publication record desired.
• Experience in urban water systems engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality research and publish academically.
• Apply for research funding and organize research group activities.
• Teach and mentor students.

Skills

Python

Modelling Urban Water Systems

Excellent English Communication

Education

Doctoral degree in urban water systems engineering or related fields

Tools

C++

VB

Job description

Postdoctoral Fellow in Interdependencies and cascading effects in Urban Water Systems

Arbeidsgiver: NTNU - Norges teknisk-naturvitenskapelige universitet

Stillingstittel: Postdoctoral Fellow in Interdependencies and cascading effects in Urban Water Systems

Frist: 22.09.2025

Ansettelsesform: Vikariat

About NTNU

NTNU is a broad-based university with a technical-scientific profile and a focus on professional education. The university is located in three cities with headquarters in Trondheim.

At NTNU, 9,000 employees and 43,000 students work to create knowledge for a better world.

More information about working at NTNU and the application process can be found here.

About the position

We offer an exciting 3-year postdoctoral position for researchers aiming to develop a strong profile and gain valuable experience for their future career. The position aims to build a profile that qualifies for an associate professor role and may include additional skills relevant to your career development. Join our research environment and advance your career with us.

Your immediate supervisor will be the Head of Department.

About the project

Join the research group on Urban Infrastructure in the civil security thematic area, focusing on strengthening the resilience of urban infrastructure holistically. Urban infrastructure is interconnected and interdependent, influenced by climate change, urbanization, and technological advances. Currently, management often occurs in silos, limiting adaptability and future planning, especially considering uncertainties, IoT, and systemic failure chains.

Duties of the position

• Conduct high-quality research
• Publish academically and disseminate popular science
• Participate in the Water and Wastewater Systems Engineering research group
• Apply for research funding, write proposals, and report progress
• Engage in international activities such as conferences and research stays abroad
• Teaching and mentoring students, advising on research projects and academic writing
• Organize research group activities and facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration

Required qualifications

• Doctoral degree in urban water systems engineering or related fields
• Strong publication record in relevant journals and conferences
• Experience with modeling urban water systems
• Proficiency in Python; additional programming skills (e.g., C++, VB) are a plus
• Research experience at national and European levels
• Excellent English communication skills, both oral and written

See detailed application requirements here.

If you lack certain academic qualifications for an associate professor position in Norway, NTNU offers arrangements for acquiring such qualifications during employment, including relevant teaching duties.

The appointment aligns with NTNU's recruitment guidelines and regulations concerning the doctoral degree.

Preferred qualifications

• Interdisciplinary research and teaching motivation
• Experience with water infrastructure modeling and computational methods
• Strong understanding of interdependence and cascading effects in urban infrastructure
• Systems thinking, analysis, and modeling expertise
• Teaching and supervision experience at MSc level
• Knowledge of graph theory and graph signal processing
• Data management and computational techniques for data quality and sharing
• Interdisciplinary collaboration and strong communication skills
• Proficiency in Norwegian/Scandinavian languages

Personal qualities

We value independence, structured work habits, goal-setting, constructive feedback, adaptability, curiosity, analytical skills, and openness to feedback. Emphasis will be placed on personal qualities.

What we offer

• Meaningful social mission
• International professional environment
• Career development and planning support
• Inclusive workplace with supportive colleagues
• Mentor program
• Favorable pension terms

As a NTNU employee, you will have access to various benefits.

Diversity

NTNU values diversity and aims to reflect societal variety, believing it enhances problem-solving in research and education. We encourage applications regardless of gender, ability, or cultural background.

Salary and employment conditions

The salary for a Postdoctoral Fellow (code 1352) is typically from NOK 633,400 gross per year, before tax, depending on qualifications and seniority. A 2% contribution to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund is deducted.

The employment period is 3 years. Presence at the university is required for professional and social interactions.

Application process

Applications, including transcripts, CV, research plan, publications, recommendation letters, and referees’ contact info, must be submitted via Jobbnorge.no. All documents should be in English.

Certified copies may be requested during interviews. Include all relevant documentation, especially if education was obtained abroad.

Applicants with career breaks should specify these in their application. Selection will emphasize education, experience, personal qualities, motivation, and research potential.

Additional information

A public list of applicants will be published unless exemption is justified. For questions, contact Associate Professor Franz Tscheikner-Gratl or HR Advisor Tone Måsøval Arntzen.

Application deadline: 22.09.2025

Visit NTNU’s webpage for practical information about working here. Trondheim offers a vibrant cultural scene, excellent education opportunities, and a high quality of life.