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Postdoc position in Computational Fluid Mechanics, Rheology, and Active Matter

  • Faculty of Science
  • 13747
  • PhD
  • €3.378 - €5.331
  • 38 hours
  • Closes on
    15-02-2025
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Postdoc position in Computational Fluid Mechanics, Rheology, and Active Matter

  • Faculty of Science
  • 13747
  • PhD
  • €3.378 - €5.331
  • 38 hours
  • Closes on
    15-02-2025
Apply

Working at the UvA

Join us!

This position is based in the Fluidlab (part of the Soft Matter group at the Institute of Physics) where you will work on various aspects of theoretical and computational fluid dynamics and data analysis. This includes developing codes and analyzing the data for flows of materials with elasto-viscoplastic or out-of-equilibrium properties, as well as for deformable interfaces with surface tension.

Working at the UvA

Join us!

This position is based in the Fluidlab (part of the Soft Matter group at the Institute of Physics) where you will work on various aspects of theoretical and computational fluid dynamics and data analysis. This includes developing codes and analyzing the data for flows of materials with elasto-viscoplastic or out-of-equilibrium properties, as well as for deformable interfaces with surface tension.

All about this vacancy

What are you going to do?

You  will closely collaborate with other computationalists, theorists, and experimentalists in the team and from external institutions, including the University of British Columbia and University of Cambridge.

What do you have to offer?

Candidates with a strong background in computational fluid mechanics and rheology and previous experience in using and developing computational fluid mechanics tools (such as Basilisk), Programming (C, C++, Python, ...), and data analysis in physics, applied mathematics, or engineering, are strongly encouraged to apply. Proficiency in data-driven modeling and AI algorithms is an advantage.

What do we have to offer?

We offer a temporary employment contract for 38 hours per week for a period of 12 months. The contract will be extended with another 24 months based on a positive performance assessment after 12 months.The preferred starting date is in 2025 and to be discussed.

The gross monthly salary, based on 38 hours per week and dependent on relevant experience, ranges between € 3,378 to € 5,331 (scale 10).This does not include 8% holiday allowance and 8,3% year-end allowance. A favourable tax agreement, the ‘30% ruling’, may apply to non-Dutch applicants. The Collective Labour Agreement of Universities of the Netherlands is applicable.

Besides the salary and a vibrant and challenging environment at Science Park we offer you multiple fringe benefits:

  • 232 holiday hours per year (based on fulltime) and extra holidays between Christmas and 1 January;

  • multiple courses to follow from our Teaching and Learning Centre;

  • a complete educational program for PhD students;

  • multiple courses on topics such as leadership for academic staff;

  • multiple courses on topics such as time management, handling stress and an online learning platform with 100+ different courses;

  • 7 weeks birth leave (partner leave) with 100% salary;

  • partly paid parental leave;

  • the possibility to set up a workplace at home;

  • a pension at ABP for which UvA pays two third part of the contribution;

  • the possibility to follow courses to learn Dutch;

  • help with housing for a studio or small apartment when you’re moving from abroad.

All about this vacancy

What are you going to do?

You  will closely collaborate with other computationalists, theorists, and experimentalists in the team and from external institutions, including the University of British Columbia and University of Cambridge.

What do you have to offer?

Candidates with a strong background in computational fluid mechanics and rheology and previous experience in using and developing computational fluid mechanics tools (such as Basilisk), Programming (C, C++, Python, ...), and data analysis in physics, applied mathematics, or engineering, are strongly encouraged to apply. Proficiency in data-driven modeling and AI algorithms is an advantage.

What do we have to offer?

We offer a temporary employment contract for 38 hours per week for a period of 12 months. The contract will be extended with another 24 months based on a positive performance assessment after 12 months.The preferred starting date is in 2025 and to be discussed.

The gross monthly salary, based on 38 hours per week and dependent on relevant experience, ranges between € 3,378 to € 5,331 (scale 10).This does not include 8% holiday allowance and 8,3% year-end allowance. A favourable tax agreement, the ‘30% ruling’, may apply to non-Dutch applicants. The Collective Labour Agreement of Universities of the Netherlands is applicable.

Besides the salary and a vibrant and challenging environment at Science Park we offer you multiple fringe benefits:

  • 232 holiday hours per year (based on fulltime) and extra holidays between Christmas and 1 January;

  • multiple courses to follow from our Teaching and Learning Centre;

  • a complete educational program for PhD students;

  • multiple courses on topics such as leadership for academic staff;

  • multiple courses on topics such as time management, handling stress and an online learning platform with 100+ different courses;

  • 7 weeks birth leave (partner leave) with 100% salary;

  • partly paid parental leave;

  • the possibility to set up a workplace at home;

  • a pension at ABP for which UvA pays two third part of the contribution;

  • the possibility to follow courses to learn Dutch;

  • help with housing for a studio or small apartment when you’re moving from abroad.

Your place at the UvA

About us

The Faculty of Science has a student body of around 8,000, as well as 1,800 members of staff working in education, research or support services. Researchers and students at the Faculty of Science are fascinated by every aspect of how the world works, be it elementary particles, the birth of the universe or the functioning of the brain.

The Institute of Physics (IoP) of the University of Amsterdam is located in the center of the Amsterdam Science Park. The IoP – as part of the Faculty of Science – is housed in a modern building with excellent labs and technical facilities. Surrounded by several national research institutes and with our partners at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, the institute is part of a strong physics center of top international standing.

The Van der Waals - Zeeman Institute for Experimental Physics (IoP-WZI) is part of the IoP and home to three research clusters: Quantum Gases & Quantum Information (QG&QI), Quantum Materials (QMat), and Soft Matter (SM). For more information about Dr. Mazi Jalaal’s research group see www.fluidlab.nl and Computational Soft Matter Lab.

Organisational unit

The University of Amsterdam is ambitious, creative and committed. An inspiration to students since 1632, a vanguard player in international science and a partner in innovation.
The University of Amsterdam is the largest university in the Netherlands, with the broadest range of courses on offer. An intellectual hub with 42,000 students, 6,000 staff and 3,000 PhD students. Connected by a culture of curiosity.

Your place at the UvA

This is where you will be working

About us

The Faculty of Science has a student body of around 8,000, as well as 1,800 members of staff working in education, research or support services. Researchers and students at the Faculty of Science are fascinated by every aspect of how the world works, be it elementary particles, the birth of the universe or the functioning of the brain.

The Institute of Physics (IoP) of the University of Amsterdam is located in the center of the Amsterdam Science Park. The IoP – as part of the Faculty of Science – is housed in a modern building with excellent labs and technical facilities. Surrounded by several national research institutes and with our partners at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, the institute is part of a strong physics center of top international standing.

The Van der Waals - Zeeman Institute for Experimental Physics (IoP-WZI) is part of the IoP and home to three research clusters: Quantum Gases & Quantum Information (QG&QI), Quantum Materials (QMat), and Soft Matter (SM). For more information about Dr. Mazi Jalaal’s research group see www.fluidlab.nl and Computational Soft Matter Lab.

Organisational unit

The University of Amsterdam is ambitious, creative and committed. An inspiration to students since 1632, a vanguard player in international science and a partner in innovation.
The University of Amsterdam is the largest university in the Netherlands, with the broadest range of courses on offer. An intellectual hub with 42,000 students, 6,000 staff and 3,000 PhD students. Connected by a culture of curiosity.

Important to know

Your application & contact

If you feel the profile fits you, and you are interested in the job, we look forward to receiving your application. You can apply online via the button below. We accept applications until and including 15 February, 2025.

If you have any questions or do you require additional information? Please contact:

Applications should include the following information (all files besides your cv should be submitted in one single pdf file):

  • a detailed CV including the list of publications and the names and email addresses of two references who can provide letters of recommendation. The references only will be contacted when the applicant is shortlisted;
  • a letter of motivation with a small paragraph on why you are interested in this position.

A knowledge security check can be part of the selection procedure.
(for details: national knowledge security guidelines)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

As an employer, the UvA maintains an equal opportunities policy. We value diversity and are fully committed to being a place where everyone feels at home. We nurture inquisitive minds and perseverance and allow room for persistent questioning. With us, curiosity and creativity are the prevailing culture.
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Important to know

Your application & contact

If you feel the profile fits you, and you are interested in the job, we look forward to receiving your application. You can apply online via the button below. We accept applications until and including 15 February, 2025.

If you have any questions or do you require additional information? Please contact:

Applications should include the following information (all files besides your cv should be submitted in one single pdf file):

  • a detailed CV including the list of publications and the names and email addresses of two references who can provide letters of recommendation. The references only will be contacted when the applicant is shortlisted;
  • a letter of motivation with a small paragraph on why you are interested in this position.

A knowledge security check can be part of the selection procedure.
(for details: national knowledge security guidelines)

As an employer, the UvA maintains an equal opportunities policy. We value diversity and are fully committed to being a place where everyone feels at home. We nurture inquisitive minds and perseverance and allow room for persistent questioning. With us, curiosity and creativity are the prevailing culture.

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