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Postdoctoral researcher position in coupled hydro-solid mechanics in unsaturated soils

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3 year position in the newly formed Westlake Institute for Advance Study in Hangzhou China. Competitive salary ranging from 250k to 350k RMB per year, depending on experience, as well as relocation expenses. The project is focused on creating advanced modelling techniques for the complex physics of unsaturated soils. Researchers with PhD in Mathematics, Physics, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or related fields are welcome to apply. Experience in computational methods such as Discrete Element Method, Lattice Boltzmann Method, Smooth Particle Hydrodynamics, and related methods is also highly desirable.

The Westlake Institute for Advance Study is a newly formed university with great support from the local government as well as the private sector. For more information about the Institute please visit its website http://www.wias.org.cn/english-index.html.

For information regarding this position please contact Associate Professor Sergio Torres at s.torres@westlake.edu.cn

PhD position: Hypoplastic model for unsaturated expansive clays used in simulations of bentonite homogenization for nuclear waste repositories

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University: Charles University
Supervisor: David Mašín

Hypoplastic model for unsaturated expansive clays has recently been implemented into an inhouse finite element code SIFEL developed at Czech Technical University. It has been used successfully in simulating behaviour of bentonite buffer in planned nuclear waste repositories.Recently a European framework funded project BEACON has been setup to investigate the process of homogenization of bentonite blocks and pellets to guarantee adequate sealing properties of the buffer. In the proposed project it is planned to both investigate the behaviour of the buffer in laboratory experiments and to numerically model its behaviour.
Laboratory testing will be performed on newly acquired THM unsaturated oedometric apparatus, enabling to perform tests up to 150 °C. Numerical modelling will be done using SIFEL finite element code with hypoplastic constitutive model. The PhD project will thus stimulate both laboratory and numerical skills of the applicant, while he will have a freedom to decide specific orientation of the project depending on his/her interests.

Links: https://soilmodels.com/phd-position-bentonite/
https://www.stars-natur.cz/phd-positions/geology/hypoplastic-model-for-unsaturated-expansive-clays-used-in-simulations-of-bentonite-homogenization-for-nuclear-waste-repositories?back=7nlrl

Postdoctoral Research Position on coupled thermo-hydro-mechanical (THM) modeling at the University of Lorraine, France

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A 18 month post-doctoral opportunity is available at GeoRessources laboratory, University of Lorraine (France). The research project aims at modeling THM processes that drive mineral deposit formation at the basement-basin interface, with a focus on unconformity-related uranium-ore deposits.

More information in the attachment:

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PhD position on the hydro-mechanical couplings in clay and cement

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Applications are welcomed for a PhD position in collaboration between Navier (Ecole des Ponts ParisTech) and LMT (ENS Paris-Saclay) on the hydro-mechanical couplings in clay and cement. The PhD project aims at investigating the elementary mechanisms of water-induced deformations by molecular and meso-scale simulations. Candidates should have a solid background in mechanics and physics of materials with a strong taste for numerical modeling.


More details about this PhD position in the attached document:

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Opening position for a Researcher: Numerical modelling in geotechnics

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Job description: The successful candidate will develop research in numerical modelling of soil-structure interaction under complex loadings including dynamics. Fundamental and numerical studies will be developed in relation with experimental studies performed in Laboratoire Navier and by outside partners. In addition to the development of classical techniques for numerical modelling of materials and structures (FEM, BEM, FFT, …), the valorization of big data gathered from the monitoring of geotechnical structures will be a priority area of research. This includes the development of new tools based on artificial intelligence systems for modelling and design in geotechnics.

These research activities will make use of advanced numerical methods and will be oriented towards applications to underground structures, foundation engineering, resilience of geotechnical structures, effect of multiphysics couplings on the behavior of geomaterials (partial saturation, thermal effects, …).

The selected researcher will show a strong commitment in developing industrial partnerships and in setting up European and national research projects. He will also participate to consultant and expert activities in geotechnics.


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PhD fellowship in rock physics models for improved 4D seismic interpretation

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We have a vacancy for a 3 years PhD Fellowship at Department of Geoscience and Petroleum (IGP), NTNU. The work will be a part of the project: Improved prediction of stress and pore-pressure changes in the overburden for infill drilling at SINTEF’s Department of Petroleum, that is supported by the industry and the Research Council. The main objective of this project is to provide calibrated rock-mechanical and rock-physical models for overburden rocks for prediction of stress- and pore-pressure changes in the overburden of a depleting reservoir.

Follow the link for more information:

https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/165157/phd-fellowship-in-rock-physics-models-for-improved-4d-seismic-interpretation-iv-97-19

Research fellow position in modeling of mass movements at IRSTEA Grenoble (France)

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Dear colleagues,

IRSTEA is the French National Research Institute of Science and Technology for Environment and Agriculture.

The ETNA research unit in Grenoble, specialized in the prevention of natural hazards in mountain environments (avalanches, snowdrift, torrential floods and debris flows, rock-falls, glacial hazards), invites applications for a permanent researcher position (research fellow) in multiscale mechanical modeling of gravity-driven mass movements.

All details concerning the position and application procedures are available at this link.

Best regards,

Guillaume Chambon.

2 PhD positions in the Centre for Offshore Foundation Systems. The University of Western Australia

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Predicting foundation response for offshore wind turbines Supervised by Britta Bienen, Conleth O’Loughlin

The aim of this research is to predict the installation and in service response of suction buckets supporting offshore wind turbines. This foundation concept is now being adopted in offshore wind farm designs. Following self-weight penetration into the seabed, the bucket is installed by pumping water out of the bucket, which creates a pressure differential across the lid and drives further penetration. In service, the foundation needs to resist the cyclic loading imposed on the turbine from the ocean environment. The mechanisms of suction installation (in layered soils in particular) and the effects of the installation process on the soil state are poorly understood. The evolution of foundation stiffness and displacement underpin the design. The research will be predominantly experimental, utilising recently developed purposedesigned experimental facilities. The project is a collaboration with Lloyd’s Register EMA and Melbourne University.

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Postdoctoral position on Acoustic metamaterials for geomechanics

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Applications are invited for a postdoc position at the University of Twente (Netherlands), within the Multiscale Mechanics group. We are seeking an enthusiastic researcher with interests in geomechanics, acoustics and/or computer modelling to work on Optimization of acoustic metamaterials using DEM and Machine Learning, founded by the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO). The position is for 1 year, starting as soon as possible.More information and application link in the website

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Geomechanics in Perth

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The Opportunity

  • Develop a non-destructive rock characterisation methodology.
  • Carry out innovative, impactful research of strategic importance to CSIRO.
  • Kick-start your research career at Australia’s premier research organisation!

As the Postdoctoral Fellow, you will develop a novel non-destructive rock characterisation methodology, in collaboration with Curtin University (Western Australia) and Duke University (USA), using a multiphysics theoretical and numerical framework based on geomechanical laboratory experimentation.

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