OFFER DESCRIPTION
We offer a position for a PhD-student (f/m/d) who will support our research and development in the field of environmental simulation. The results will be integrated into the VRVis Software Visdom which is a proven solution for decision support in climate change adaption and disaster management. More information about us and Visdom on our website www.vrvis.at.
You will join our Integrated Simulations R&D-team of highly motivated researchers and software engineers who enjoy finding innovative solutions in a constructive and friendly atmosphere.
Your job
- Research for fast simulation methods on a microclimate scale (water, heat, wind)
- First year: Modelling of blue-green climate adaptation measures and adding a water quality simulation component to our 2D shallow water solver
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Benefits
- Flexible working hours, home office option, well-equipped workplace
- Working on one of the most pressing challenges of our time, contributing to climate change adaption and disaster management, by providing society with simulation tools for a better understanding of future scenarios and the impact of decisions to be made
- Option of conference travel to present your work
- Location: Vienna / Austria, office easily accessible by means of public transport (U1 subway stop VIC)
- Salary according to collective labor agreement (IT-Kollektivvertrag) including bonus for 13th and 14th month (monthly min. FT 2635, – EUR) with overpay depending on qualification and previous professional experience
- Supportive atmosphere in an inclusive team
- Option to start your PhD at our scientific partner TU Wien if you should not yet participate in a PhD program
Web site for additional job details
https://www.vrvis.at/ueber-uns/offene-stellen/phd-position-in-environmental-s…
Offer Requirements
Skills/Qualifications
Your background
- A master’s degree in mathematics, physics, environmental engineering, computer science, or a related field with a focus on numerical problem solving, modelling, and simulation
- Practical knowledge of numerical schemes to solve partial differential equations
- Good understanding of the mathematical theory behind fluid dynamics
- Good programming skills
- Good knowledge of English in speaking and writing; German is appreciated, but not required
Nice to have
- Experience in applying AI-techniques
- Experience with GPU programming (CUDA)
- Experience in microclimate modelling
