Postdoctoral Fellow on Physics-Informed Neural Networks : The Basque Center for Applied Mathematics (BCAM) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position to work on Physics-Informed Neural Networks (PINNs) for Structural Health Monitoring (SHM). This role, funded by the Ikur Project, is under the supervision of Prof. David Pardo and Ana Fernández Navamuel. The successful candidate will engage in groundbreaking research in AI for engineering systems, especially in offshore renewable energy domains.
Postdoctoral Fellow on Physics-Informed Neural Networks for Structural Health Monitoring
Summary Table:
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Job Code | IC2025_02_01 BCAM |
| Designation | Postdoctoral Fellow |
| Research Area | AI/ML, PINNs, Structural Health Monitoring |
| Duration | 1 year (renewable based on funding) |
| Location | Basque Center for Applied Mathematics (BCAM), Spain |
| Salary | €30,744 – €37,331 gross/year (based on experience) |
| Benefits | Moving allowance up to €2,000, family support, health care |
| Deadline to Apply | 20 June 2025, 14:00 CET |
| How to Apply | Apply Online |
Designation:
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Research Area:
- Physics-Informed Neural Networks (PINNs)
- Surrogate Modeling
- Structural Health Monitoring (SHM)
- Offshore Renewable Energy Systems
- AI-Based Control for Physical Systems
Location:
Basque Center for Applied Mathematics (BCAM)
Spain
Eligibility / Qualification:
- Ph.D. in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or related fields.
- Proven research background in AI/ML, especially in Deep Learning and PINNs.
- Strong programming skills (Python, TensorFlow/Keras, PyTorch, or JAX).
- Background in applied mathematics or computational engineering.
- Experience in SHM, RUL prediction, AI-based control, or modeling with physics integration is desirable.
- Ability to work collaboratively in international, interdisciplinary environments.
Job Description:
- Conduct advanced research in AI/ML focused on engineering applications.
- Develop and enhance theory and application of PINNs.
- Create novel surrogate models for complex physical systems.
- Apply developed methods to structural health monitoring challenges.
- Collaborate on interdisciplinary research projects with societal impact, especially in offshore renewable energy.
Salary and Benefits:
- Gross annual salary: €30,744 – €37,331 (commensurate with experience)
- Moving allowance: up to €2,000
- Additional family support:
- €2,000 gross for family relocation (with proof)
- €1,200 gross/year per child (up to 2 children, with proof)
- Free access to Spain’s Public Health System
How to Apply:
Interested candidates must apply online at:
👉 https://joboffers.bcamath.org/
Required Documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letter of interest
- Two recommendation letters
- Research statement (2–3 pages) outlining past and proposed work
Application Deadline:
🗓 20 June 2025, 14:00 CET
Evaluation Process:
Applications will be reviewed based on:
- Relevance of previous training and experience
- Recommendation letters
- Quality and impact of research output
- Alignment of research interests with project goals
Expected Start Date:
As soon as possible
