PhD Position in Nonlinear Dynamics: The Dynamics of Micro and Nanosystems (DMN) group at TU Delft is offering a PhD position focused on harnessing nonlinear dynamics through data-driven discovery and engineering. The project aims to develop advanced system identification techniques and explore geometric design in nonlinear systems, which have applications in various fields including scientific instrumentation and nanomechanical technologies.
Designation
PhD Candidate in Nonlinear Dynamics
Research Area
- Nonlinear Dynamics
- Data-Driven Model Discovery
- Computational Design
- Structural Dynamics
- Nanosystems and Engineering
Location
Delft University of Technology, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification
- MSc degree in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or Mathematics
- Strong motivation for teamwork and effective communication skills
- Experience in nonlinear dynamics and/or random vibrations and computational design
- Programming skills with experience in reduced-order modeling techniques and data-driven symbolic regression tools are a plus
Job Description
As a PhD candidate, you will:
- Master concepts from nonlinear dynamics, model discovery, and computational design
- Extend theoretical frameworks in design optimization and nonlinear parameter estimation
- Assist in teaching dynamics-related courses at the department
- Write a PhD thesis and publish in renowned journals
- Present research at international conferences
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents by 16 October 2025:
- Motivation letter
- MSc transcript
- CV including names and email addresses of two references
Note: Applications must be submitted online; applications sent via email or post will not be considered.
Last Date for Apply
16 October 2025
