About the position

We have a vacancy for a PhD Candidate at Department of Marine Technology.

We have a vacancy at “Marine Dynamics and Vibration Lab” (MD Lab) at NTNU for the HealthProp project, funded by ERA-NET Cofund scheme of Horizon 2020 of the European Commission and Norwegian Research Council. The HealthProp project group consists of NTNU, Stellenbosch University, Technische Universität Hamburg, RWTH Aachen University, EDRMedeso, and Otto Piening GmbH. The main goal of HealthProp is to develop a digital twin platform - by combining intelligent sensors, data acquisition systems and fault detection algorithms - towards monitoring the propulsion system and drive line of ships in Arctic and Antarctic operations, with the aim to improve the system reliability and increase the operational safety in harsh environmental conditions.

We offer the opportunity to work in a very inspired and motivated research group. Thanks to our industrial collaborations, the candidate will also gain significant industrial insights through secondment and industrial collaboration. The candidate will also actively participate in symposia, workshops and international conferences.      

We offer the opportunity to work in a very inspired and motivated research group. Thanks to our industrial collaborations, the candidate will also gain significant industrial insights through secondment and industrial collaboration. The candidate will also actively participate in symposia, workshops and international conferences.      

The position reports to Associate Professor Amir Nejad.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Development of advanced model-based (physical and/or data driven) methods for early fault detection of rotating machinery in ship
• Development of digital twin platform for condition monitoring and remaining useful life (RUL) estimation
• Model verification and validation by field measurements

Qualification requirements

The PhD-position's main objective is to qualify for work in research positions. The qualification requirement is completion of a master’s degree or second degree (equivalent to 120 credits) with a strong academic background in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, Mechatronics or equivalent education with a grade of B or better in terms of NTNU’s grading scale. Applicants with no letter grades from previous studies must have an equally good academic foundation. Applicants who are unable to meet these criteria may be considered only if they can document that they are particularly suitable candidates for education leading to a PhD degree.

Good written and oral English language skills is also required.

The appointment is to be made in accordance with the regulations in force concerning State Employees and Civil Servants and national guidelines for appointment as PhD, post doctor and research assistant.

Other qualifications

• Background or interest in programming (Matlab, python, java, C/C++, …)
• Familiar with ANSYS or Multi-body dynamic tools
• Good knowledge of statistics will be advantage

Personal characteristics

• Strong analytical skills
• Good team work skills
• Ability to take initiative and works independently
• Willing to travel: project will include traveling and short stay in Germany and South Africa.

In the evaluation of which candidate is best qualified, emphasis will be placed on education, experience and personal suitability, in terms of the qualification requirements specified in the advertisement. NTNU is committed to following evaluation criteria for research quality according to The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment - DORA.

We offer

• exciting and stimulating tasks in a strong international academic environment
• an open and inclusive work environment with dedicated colleagues
• favourable terms in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
• employee benefits

Salary and conditions

PhD candidates are remunerated in code 1017, and are normally remunerated at gross from NOK 479 600 before tax per year. From the salary, 2 % is deducted as a contribution to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.

The period of employment is 3 years. Appointment to a PhD position requires admission to the PhD programme in Engineering (https://www.ntnu.edu/studies/phiv).

As a PhD candidate, you undertake to participate in an organized PhD programme during the employment period. A condition of appointment is that you are in fact qualified for admission to the PhD programme within three months.

The engagement is to be made in accordance with the regulations in force concerning State Employees and Civil Servants, and the acts relating to Control of the Export of Strategic Goods, Services and Technology. Candidates who by assessment of the application and attachment are seen to conflict with the criterias in the latter law will be prohibited from recruitment to NTNU. After the appointment you must assume that there may be changes in the area of work.

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.

The national labour force must reflect the composition of the population to the greatest possible extent, NTNU wants to increase the proportion of women in its scientific posts. Women are encouraged to apply. Furthermore, Trondheim offers great opportunities for education (including international schools) and possibilities to enjoy nature, culture and family life (http://trondheim.com/). Having a population of 200 000, Trondheim is a small city by international standards with low crime rates and little pollution. It also has easy access to a beautiful countryside with mountains and a dramatic coastline.

Questions about the position can be directed to Associate Professor Amir Nejad, e-mail Amir.Nejad@ntnu.no (Note that applications must be sent through the link provided here, applications received via email will not be considered).

About the application:

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.

Please submit your application electronically via jobbnorge.no with your CV, diplomas and certificates. Applications submitted elsewhere will not be considered. Diploma Supplement is required to attach for European Master Diplomas outside Norway. Chinese applicants are required to provide confirmation of Master Diploma from China Credentials Verification (CHSI): http://www.chsi.com.cn/en/).

Applicants invited for interview must include certified copies of transcripts and reference letters.

Please refer to the application number IV-60/20 when applying.

Application deadline: 03.03.2020

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.

Department of Marine Technology

We develop methods and technology related to the blue economy: oil and gas extraction at sea, ship technology and the equipment industry, fisheries and aquaculture. We also have a strong commitment to the development of sustainable solutions for offshore renewable energy, coastal infrastructure, and marine robotics. Marine technology helps to solve major global challenges related to the environment, climate, energy, food and efficient transport. The Department of Marine Technology is one of eight departments in the Faculty of Engineering.

Deadline 3rd March 2020
Employer NTNU - Norwegian University of Science and Technology
Municipality Trondheim
Scope Fulltime
Duration Temporary
Place of service Department of Marine Technology