The Institute of Geomechanics and Geotechnical Engineering (IGG) at TU Braunschweig, Germany, is searching for a PhD student to investigate granular mechanics experimentally and numerically within the project “Digital Sand: On the investigation of the mechanical behaviour of granular soils by linking in situ X-ray CT experiments and numerical simulations”, funded for three years by the German Research Foundation (Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft, DFG). Applicants should have a background in civil engineering, in process engineering or in granular physics.

More information about this job advertisement and about the project can be found via the following weblink:

https://www.tu-braunschweig.de/en/vacancies/templates/job-offer-normal-german-english-1-3-9

For further information, see the attached [PDF].

Chalmers seeks curious, creative and highly promising individuals to join us as tenure-track Assistant Professors. Materials science plays a key role in addressing many of today’s societal challenges, from sustainable energy systems and healthcare solutions to circular use of resources and advanced manufacturing. By understanding and designing materials with tailored properties, researchers enable technological innovations that support a sustainable future.

Chalmers will recruit one Assistant Professor in Materials Science. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to research and education in advanced materials and to strengthen our interdisciplinary research environment, addressing key challenges related to sustainable energy systems, health applications and the green transition.

For details, see https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/work-with-us/vacancies/ under BUL7.

We have multiple postdoctoral and PhD positions at Carleton University in geomechanics of frozen soils and permafrost modelling.

These positions are part of a collaborative research program with Dr Stephan Gruber, with topics including:
– Constitutive modelling of frozen soils and permafrost
– THM computational modelling of permafrost
– THM response of infrastructure in permafrost environments

The positions are based in Ottawa, available immediately, and will remain open until filled. PhD positions are fully funded for 4 years.

Important: For postdoctoral positions, the successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada.

Please see the attached PDF for details on how to apply.

For further information, see the attached [PDF].

Context & Objectives
The ASNR conducts research on nuclear safety, including the behavior of reactor containment structures under severe accident conditions (high pressure and temperature). This PhD aims to develop and validate a thermo-hydro-mechanical (THM) poro-mechanical model of concrete to assess its leak-tightness.

Research Work

Develop and adapt a poro-mechanical model based on existing approaches
Perform probabilistic sensitivity analyses (e.g., Sobol, HSIC)
Calibrate using experimental data from I2M and validate with neutron tomography at Institut Laue Langevin
Implement in Cast3M and assess performance at structural scale

Profile
MSc/Engineering degree in civil engineering, materials, or mechanics; strong numerical skills; interest in experiments and probabilistic methods.

More information Here (in French) https://asnr-career.talent-soft.com/offre-de-emploi/emploi–comportement-thm-du-beton-en-accident-grave-selon-une-approche-poro-mecanique-th-exp26-3-h-f_1494.aspx

A PhD position sponsored by Rio Tinto is available in the Sydney Centre in Geomechanics and Mining Materials (SciGEM) at The University of Sydney on heterarchical stochastic modelling of granular media. The project will use coupled CFD with a stochastic model of granular flow that includes segregation and mixing. The model will be applied to understand the motion of fine particles in large storage systems with an industrial partner, Rio Tinto. This will also involve travel and time with this company. At SciGEM you will join an amazing team of researchers in the area of granular physics, geomechanics and mineral processing.

Funding is available for 3.5 years. Applicants should have a background in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, computer science or a related field. Applications close 1 May 2026.

Please contact Professor Itai Einav (itai.einav@sydney.edu.au) for more information or to apply with CV and cover letter.