PhD Research Fellow in Design and Analysis of Floating Solar Arrays
Conduct advanced hydrodynamic and structural modeling for offshore floating solar energy systems.
Best for:Best for master's graduates in marine technology or mechanical engineering with a strong background in hydrodynamics and numerical simulation.
Overview
The University of Agder invites applications for a 3-year fixed-term PhD Research Fellow position in Civil and Structural Engineering, based at Campus Grimstad. Affiliated with the Department of Engineering Sciences and the EU-funded HelioSea project, the successful candidate will focus on the design and analysis of multibody floating solar systems under offshore environmental conditions. The role involves analytical modelling, numerical analysis of multibody hydrodynamics, and structural dynamics to assess innovative marine renewable energy concepts. The candidate is expected to collaborate internationally, publish scientific articles, and contribute actively to the department's research community.
What you'll do
- Conduct analytical modelling and numerical analysis of multibody floating solar systems under harsh offshore conditions.
- Investigate structural dynamics, lightweight float connectors, and mooring systems for marine environments.
- Prepare and submit comprehensive research reports and high-quality scientific articles to peer-reviewed venues.
- Participate in international dissemination activities and collaborate with academic and industrial partners within the HelioSea project.
- Contribute to the active research and teaching community at the Faculty of Engineering and Science.
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree in Marine Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 92 (iBT) / 600 (PBT) unless exempt
Instruction: English
- In-depth knowledge of marine hydrodynamics or structural dynamics
- Experience with physics-based simulations of marine structures
- Familiarity with stochastic analysis methods or design optimization
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an international environment
- Master's thesis must be approved by the application deadline
- Bachelor's degree average grade of C or higher
- Master's degree average grade and dissertation grade of B or higher
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-12-01
Applicants must submit their complete application electronically via the designated online recruitment portal by clicking "Apply for this job". The submission must include academic transcripts, a CV, up to 10 relevant academic articles or R&D projects, and a maximum two-page project description outlining proposed research questions and methods.
- CV
- BSc + MSc transcripts
- Academic articles or R&D projects
- Research statement
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