Research Fellow in Offshore Geotechnics
Drive the development of whole-life geotechnical design frameworks for offshore anchoring systems at the University of Southampton.
Best for:Best for postdoctoral researchers in geotechnical engineering with strong computational, numerical, and coding skills.
Overview
The University of Southampton is seeking a Post-doctoral Research Fellow to join the Centre of Excellence for Intelligent & Resilient Ocean Engineering within the School of Engineering. Over a fixed term of 24 months, with potential extension to 36 months, the successful candidate will lead the creation of a comprehensive geotechnical design framework for offshore anchoring systems. Responsibilities include building finite element analysis datasets, interpreting results to develop lumped element macro models, and designing stand-alone calculation tools. The appointee will work within a vibrant academic environment on the Boldrewood Innovation Campus and collaborate closely with leading researchers in marine and offshore engineering.
What you'll do
- Drive the development of a whole-life geotechnical design framework for offshore anchoring systems
- Generate comprehensive datasets using finite element analysis
- Interpret numerical analysis results to construct lumped element macro models
- Develop stand-alone calculation tools for accessible framework interaction
- Collaborate with a large multidisciplinary group of offshore geotechnical engineers and geoscientists
Requirements
Degree required: PhD or equivalent professional qualification in geotechnical engineering
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Strong numerical modeling capabilities
- Advanced computational and programming skills
- Experience with finite element analysis
- Expertise in geotechnical engineering principles
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-16
Applicants should click the apply button on the vacancy portal to submit their application materials online. For any informal inquiries regarding the position, please contact Professor Susan Gourvenec directly via email.
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