A PhD scholarship on multi-physics modelling in geomechanics and underground constructions is now open at University of Lyon (ENTPE-LTDS), in collaboration with the French national agency for radioactive waste management (ANDRA). The research topic is entitled:
“Modelling the hydromechanical-gas behaviour of fractured clayey rocks”
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Applications are invited for a fully funded PhD position at Aarhus University, Denmark, on the mechanical behaviour of fissured high-plasticity stiff clays. The project aims to improve our understanding of how fissures, anisotropy and soil structure govern stiffness, strength and progressive failure in natural clays. The research combines advanced laboratory testing with constitutive modelling to establish a micro-to-macro understanding of soil behaviour and develop physics-based constitutive models for improved prediction of landslides and climate-induced ground movements. We welcome applicants with a strong background in geotechnical engineering, advanced soil mechanics and geomaterial testing. Application deadline: 20 August 2026.
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The Department of Geotechnical Engineering at the University of Kassel offers a PhD position.
The aim of the project is to expand an existing comprehensive database on the load-bearing behaviour of piled rafts to develop approximate approaches for estimating average settlement, the piled raft coefficient, and position-dependent pile spring stiffnesses, which can be used in the preliminary design. The database contains results of extensive 3D Finite Element Analysis and field measurements on real foundations. Methods of machine learning will be used to develop these approximate approaches.
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The LTDS/ENTPE (CNRS UMR 5513) and the French Centre for Tunnel Studies (CETU) are offering a postdoctoral position in geotechnical engineering and underground construction on the following topic:
“Impact of Pore Pressure Variations Induced by Pressurised Tunnel Boring Machines on Neighbouring Structures: Field Data Analysis and Numerical Modelling With Artificial Intelligence Tools.”
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Dear Colleagues,
We are seeking highly motivated PhD candidates to join the Laboratory for Multiscale Geomechanics in the Department of Civil Engineering at McMaster University, Canada. Two fully funded PhD positions are available, with preferred start dates in January or September 2027.
Potential research topics include large-deformation modeling of geostructures, thermo-hydro-mechanical modeling of geomaterials across spatial scales, and small-scale simulations of porous multiphase materials.
Applications are encouraged from outstanding students with backgrounds in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related fields who have strong preparation in mechanics, numerical methods, or computational modelling. Prior geomechanics experience is welcome but not required. Experience implementing numerical methods such as FEM, DEM, MPM, SPH, or molecular dynamics (MD) is beneficial but not required.
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Dear Colleagues,
As part of the EURAD-2 project, we are seeking a post-doctoral researcher to develop advanced numerical models for gas migration in clay-based materials, with a focus on coupled hydro-mechanical processes, heterogeneity and uncertainty quantification.
DL for applications: 29 July 2026
More information: https://careers.tudelft.nl/job/Delft-Post-Doctoral-Researcher-in-Computational-Geomechanics-of-Gas-Migration-in-Clays-2628-CD/1363993857/
Dear Colleagues,
We are looking for an enthusiastic and accomplished postdoctoral researcher to join our team at the Computing Center for Geotechnical Engineering of Zhejiang University. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in geotechnical engineering or a related field, with a proven track record of excellence.
This project investigates bucket foundation revetments on deep soft foundations, with direct relevance to coastal infrastructure development in China. Using physical model tests, CEL large-deformation FEM, and CFD-FEM fluid-structure interaction modelling, the research will investigate suction bucket installation mechanisms, long-term bearing capacity under wave and surcharge loading, and develop a practical design method for bucket foundation revetments.
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A tenure-track position is expected to be available through a CNRS 2026 CPJ program on water dynamics in porous media, and candidates are invited to apply at IC2MP in Poitiers, France.
The junior professorship CNRS (CPJ) is a new recruitment channel that can provide access to a permanent position in the category of senior CNRS research directors, equivalent to Full professors in France.
The applicant’s project should aim to deepen the understanding of water/solutes structure and dynamics in porous media at different temporal and spatial scales in order to determine/predict the macroscopic properties of materials (hydration, mechanical, chemical, transport…) where water is present. To reach this objective, approaches consisting of coupling results obtained by experimental techniques (laboratory, field) to multi-scale theoretical developments is expected.
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We are seeking two highly motivated postdoctoral researchers to join the ERC Consolidator Grant project FORECAST, which aims to develop a new scientific framework for understanding, diagnosing, and forecasting catastrophic failure in geophysical systems.
The two positions will focus on:
🔹 Glacier instabilities
🔹 Volcanic eruptions
The projects will combine theoretical modelling, statistical physics, numerical simulations, and monitoring data to investigate the mechanisms governing failure precursors, instability evolution, and predictability in geophysical systems.
The successful candidates will join a dynamic international research team and collaborate with leading researchers and international partners working on geohazard forecasting and risk mitigation.
Application deadline: 14 August 2026
For details and application: https://www.uu.se/en/about-uu/join-us/jobs-and-vacancies/job-details?query=943556
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We are seeking two highly motivated PhD students to join the ERC Consolidator Grant project FORECAST, which aims to develop a new scientific framework for understanding, diagnosing, and forecasting catastrophic failure in geophysical systems.
The two positions will focus on:
🔹 Landslides
🔹 Rockbursts
The projects will combine theoretical modelling, statistical physics, numerical simulations, and monitoring data to investigate the mechanisms governing failure precursors, instability evolution, and predictability in geophysical systems.
The successful candidates will join a dynamic international research team and work closely with leading researchers and international partners working on geohazard forecasting and risk mitigation.
For further information, see the attached [PDF].