Scientific Employee (Postdoc): The University of Rostock offers a diverse, challenging position within a tradition-conscious yet innovative, modern, family-friendly university in a vibrant city by the sea. The Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Faculty, Chair of Structural Engineering, is seeking to fill the position of a Postdoctoral Researcher in Sustainable Concrete Construction.
Scientific Employee (m/f/d) – Sustainable Concrete Construction (Postdoc)
Designation
Wissenschaftliche/r Mitarbeiter/in (m/f/d) – Nachhaltiger Betonbau (Postdoc)
Research Area
- Sustainable Low-Emission/Circular Concrete Construction
- Digitalization/Automation in Structural Engineering
Location
Campus Südstadt, University of Rostock, 18051 Rostock, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification
- Completed scientific university degree (Diploma, Master’s, or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or a related engineering or applied natural science field.
- Completed or nearing completion of a PhD in Structural Engineering or a related engineering field.
- Scientific expertise demonstrated through publications in reputable, peer-reviewed, and indexed journals.
- Very good knowledge in computer programming, concrete statics, and concrete technology.
- Experience in experimental investigations on concrete materials and/or concrete components.
- Experience in nonlinear material modeling for finite element analysis.
- Experience in the preparation of research proposals and successful acquisition of third-party funding.
Preferred but Not Required:
- Experience in construction automation, machine learning, applied statistics, lifecycle engineering, concrete structures in maritime areas, underground construction with prefabricated or sprayed linings.
- Willingness to teach and supervise students.
- Proficient in German and English, both spoken and written.
Job Description
- Research in the field of structural concrete construction with an emphasis on sustainable concrete structures and digitalization/automation methods.
- Independent proposal writing and securing third-party funded research projects.
- Work on research and other third-party funded projects in the specified field.
- Undertake scientific organizational tasks.
- Conduct teaching activities (approximately 4 SWS) in the field of structural engineering, fostering independent scientific work among students.
- Assist in organizing and conducting scientific events.
- Publish research findings.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application (including cover letter, resume, and degree certificate with final grade) through the university’s online portal by clicking the “Online Application” button at the end of the job posting. Please note that applications via email cannot be accepted, and incomplete applications may not be considered.
Last Date to Apply
June 16, 2025
For further inquiries, please contact:
- Anja Kunert, Personnel Services: +49 381 498-1296, anja.kunert@uni-rostock.de
- Prof. Dr. Panagiotis Spyridis, Faculty: +49 381 498-3540, panagiotis.spyridis@uni-rostock.de
Become part of our team and contribute to innovative research in sustainable concrete construction!
