PhD in Suspended-Sediment Dynamics in Estuaries
Listed on 2026-10-11
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Science
Mathematics, Academic
Delft University of Technology
· Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences
Netherlands
Apply by 12 Oct 2026
About This Opportunity
Delft University of Technology is recruiting a PhD candidate to model and predict high suspended-sediment concentrations in estuaries. Applications close on 12 October 2026 at 23:59 Europe/Amsterdam.
The project extends a two-dimensional vertical estuarine model with improved turbulence closures and sediment processes to understand turbidity maxima, fluid mud and lateral effects. Research combines analytical and asymptotic methods, numerical modelling and collaboration with Deltares within the iMose project.
Level PhD
Time Commitment Full-time
Duration 4 years; initial 1.5-year contract followed by 2.5 years after positive go/no-go assessment
Field Estuarine Sediment Dynamics and Mathematical Modelling
Specialization Environmental Engineering
Organization Type University
Funding & CompensationAmount EUR / Per Month
Funding Type Salary
Funding Status Paid
Period Per Month
Requirements EducationApplicants should hold an MSc in applied mathematics, applied physics or a closely related field.
ExperienceApplicants should have expertise or strong interest in mathematical modelling of geophysical flows and turbulence using analytical and numerical methods.
Technical Skills- Estuarine modelling
- Sediment dynamics
- Turbulence modelling
- Asymptotic methods
- Numerical modelling
- Analytical reasoning
- Scientific communication
- Collaboration
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