About the position

Advanced and Sustainable Structural Concrete

The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) represents academic eminence in technology and the natural sciences as well as in other academic disciplines ranging from the social sciences, the arts, medicine, teacher education, architecture to fine art. Cross-disciplinary cooperation results in innovative breakthroughs and creative solutions with far-reaching social and economic impact.

We are looking for a Postdoc/Experienced Researcher candidate interested in applying for an MSCA Individual Fellowship at Department of Manufacturing and Civil Engineering at NTNU Gjøvik.While the demand for greener and smarter built environment is increasing globally, new materials and technologies are needed to achieve this goal. Cementitious composites are the world's most consumed man-made material and play a key role in the green and smart shift in the infrastructure. Modification, characterization, modelling and recycling of cementitious composites to improve sustainability, increase energy efficiency, enable multifunctionality as well as imposing digitalization and smartness to such composites or structures are the potential approaches in this Postdoctoral position.

Researchers who join us will cooperate in a diverse group of experts who work on different aspects of material and manufacturing technology as well as sustainability assessment and digitalization. Exploitation of natural and bio-based materials (e.g. natural fibers, natural binders, bio waste, etc.), nano-materials (e.g. graphene, Carbon nanotubes, nanosilica, aerogels, etc.), taking the advantage of key material properties (thermal, mechanical, electrical), as well as advanced and innovative structural analysis, performance or implementation are some of the prospective approaches in this research field. Furthermore, material characterization and model development (including BIM models) for design, simulation or even additive manufacturing of modified, recycled or new materials, can also be included in the research proposal. Qualified candidates should submit a short research proposal (max three pages), where they describe the state of the art on their proposed topic, objectives and the work plan for their research project.

The position reports to Associate Professor Mohammad H. Baghban

Main duties and responsibilities

• A state-of-the-art description of how different parameters stated in the research proposal can lead to achieve the expected results
• Conducting the research project based on the proposed project plan and documentation of the results in forms of patent applications, scientific papers and project report.
• Lay the basis to further research projects in the topic including RCN and EU projects.

Qualification requirements

Eligibility criteria

• The researcher must, at the date of the MSCA-IF call deadline, possess a PhD Degree and/or an equivalent on minimum four years´ full-time research experience.
• The researcher must, at the date of the MSCA-IF call deadline not have conducted his/her main activity in the country of the beneficiary (Norway) for more than 12 of the last 36 months.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English language.

Other qualifications

• Good written and oral English is the prerequisite for this job application.
• A short research proposal (max three pages), where the candidate describes the state of the art on the selected topic, objectives and the work plan.

Personal characteristics

• Motivated and ambitious candidate with excellent grades
• Proficiency to carry out goal-oriented work
• Good cooperation abilities
• Excellent communication skills in scientific writing and oral presentation are needed

In the evaluation of which candidate is best qualified, selection will be conducted by the supervisor. Emphasis will be placed upon the academic in accordance with the supervisor and the project proposal.

We offer

• A designated supervisor with whom to prepare an application for the MSCA-IF call
• A two-day symposium with showcasing of expertise and best practices on how to apply to MSCA-IF
• A follow-up day with the supervisor and possible individual guidance by experts on MSCA-IF
• Administrative support up to the call deadline
• Travel and accommodation from the 13-15th of May 2020 will be covered by NTNU

Conditions

Appointment as post doc up to a maximum of 24 months at NTNU rests on the prerequisite of an approved application to the MSCA-IF call with deadline 9 September 2020. Feedback on said applications is expected early 2021.

General information

Working at NTNU

A good work environment is characterized by diversity. We encourage qualified candidates to apply, regardless of their gender, functional capacity or cultural background. Under the Freedom of Information Act (Offentleglova), information about the applicant may be made public even if the applicant has requested not to have their name entered on the list of applicants.

Questions about the call can be directed to: msca@horizon.ntnu.no or andreas.mollerlokken@ntnu.no

Questions about the position can be directed to Associate Professor Mohammad H. Baghban, phone number +4761135217, e-mail: mohammad.baghban@ntnu.no

About the application:

Please submit your application electronically via jobbnorge.no with your CV, cover letter, diplomas and certificates that highlight the alignment of your application. In addition, the applicant myst describe a research project that will strengthen and complement the presented research (max 2 pages).

Please refer to the application number IV/08 when applying.

Publications and other academic works that the applicant would like to be considered in the evaluation must accompany the application. Joint works will be considered. If it is difficult to identify the individual applicant's contribution to joint works, the applicant must include a brief description of his or her contribution.

Application deadline: 09.03.2020

NTNU - knowledge for a better world

The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) creates knowledge for a better world and solutions that can change everyday life.

Deadline 9th March 2020
Employer NTNU - Norwegian University of Science and Technology
Municipality Gjøvik
Scope Fulltime
Duration Project
Place of service NTNU Gjøvik