Phd Position in Rock Mechanics

vor 3 Wochen


Zurich, Schweiz ETH Zürich Vollzeit

**PhD Position in Rock Mechanics**:
**100%, Zurich, fixed-term**:
**Job description**:
You will develop a new methodology for constructing analogue models of engineering geology systems. Furthermore, you will achieve this using a combination of laboratory and numerical analysis to develop, validate and test the new methodology. In addition, you will then perform scaled experiments of engineering geology systems to make fundamental insights into processes such as rock slope failure and rock fracture propagation in jointed rock.

**Your profile**:

- MSc. in Engineering Geology, Earth Sciences, Geological Engineering, Geophysics or related fields
- Strong background in rock mechanics
- Experience with or strong interest in rock mechanical laboratory testing
- Interest in numerical modelling
- Motivation, creativity, independence, and ability to work in a team
- Excellent English communication skills

**We offer**:
We are an enthusiastic and collaborative research group with many opportunities for multi-disciplinary cutting-edge research in engineering geology. There are significant opportunities to broaden your research interests and develop your academic career. We further offer training in teaching through teaching assistantships, as well as access to state-of-the-art laboratories and research equipment.

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