Norwegian Institute of Science and Technology
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PhD Candidate in Wind-Assisted Ships at NTNU Norwegian University of Science and Technology in Norway
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
The PhD position is internally financed and offered as a full-time temporary appointment for 3 years. Salary is NOK 550,800 per year gross depending on qualifications and seniority, with a 2% statutory pension contribution deducted. No tuition or stipend details beyond salary are stated.
Deadline
Oct 5, 2026
Country
Norway
University
Norwegian Institute of Science and Technology
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NTNU (Norwegian University of Science and Technology) is advertising a PhD Candidate in wind-assisted ships within the Department of Marine Technology in Trondheim, Norway. The project sits at the intersection of marine technology, fluid mechanics, marine hydrodynamics, aerodynamics, measurement technology, sensors, computational fluid mechanics, machine learning, and automatic control.
The research topic focuses on practical ways to make the forces from different sail types—such as wing sails, rotors, and suction sails—more directly measurable, enabling improved control and optimization. Stall detection is also part of the planned work. The PhD will be internally financed and linked to major research environments at NTNU and SINTEF Ocean, including FME Martrans and the Norwegian Maritime AI Centre.
Applicants should have a relevant Master's degree in marine hydrodynamics, aerodynamics, fluid mechanics, or an equivalent field, with a substantial independent project (minimum 30 ECTS). NTNU states that Master students may apply, but the degree must be completed and documented before starting the position and no later than 2026-12-31. A strong academic record is required, normally an average grade of B or better on NTNU's scale. Very good English communication skills are required. Preferred experience includes sensors and measurement techniques, industry experience related to sails for merchant ships, computational fluid mechanics, machine learning, automatic control, and Norwegian/Scandinavian language skills.
The appointment lasts 3 years and includes a gross annual salary of NOK 550,800 (depending on qualifications and seniority), with standard pension deductions. The application deadline is 2026-10-05. Applications must be submitted through Jobbnorge.no with transcripts, diplomas, CV, thesis copy or draft, motivation letter, publications if any, certificates if any, and three referees.
Contact person: prof. Sverre Steen ([email protected]). Recruitment contact: Maria Hjertner ([email protected]).
Funding details
The PhD position is internally financed and offered as a full-time temporary appointment for 3 years. Salary is NOK 550,800 per year gross depending on qualifications and seniority, with a 2% statutory pension contribution deducted. No tuition or stipend details beyond salary are stated.
What's required
Applicants must meet NTNU's doctoral programme admission requirements and hold a relevant Master's degree in marine hydrodynamics, aerodynamics, fluid mechanics, or equivalent, including a major independent project of at least 30 ECTS. Master students may apply only if the degree is completed and documented before starting and no later than 2026-12-31. A strong academic background with an average grade of B or better (NTNU scale) is required, or otherwise exceptional suitability through relevant work experience and/or peer-reviewed publications. Very good oral and written English is required. Preferred qualifications include knowledge of sensors and measurement techniques, experience from the merchant-ship sail industry, computational fluid mechanics, machine learning, automatic control, and Norwegian/Scandinavian language skills.
How to apply
Apply electronically via Jobbnorge.no and include transcripts and diplomas for Bachelor's and Master's degrees, CV, a copy or draft of the Master's thesis, a short motivation letter, any relevant publications or research work, certificates, and contact information for three referees. If your education was taken abroad, attach documentation of scope and quality, including diploma supplement and any HK-dir statement if available.
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