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PhD in Hydraulic and Geotechnical Engineering of Embankment Dams Norwegian University of Science and Technology in Norway
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Environmental Science
Funding
PhD Candidate position at NTNU with a gross salary normally NOK 580,000 per annum depending on qualifications and seniority. Employment period is 3 years for the doctoral work. Standard employee benefits apply, including pension contributions and free basic Norwegian language training; no tuition details are stated.
Deadline
Sep 18, 2026
Country
Norway
University
Norwegian Institute of Science and Technology
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PhD opportunity at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) in hydraulic and geotechnical engineering, focused on embankment dams, internal erosion, filter performance, seepage, and flexible hydropower operation.
The position is hosted by the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at NTNU and linked to the RenewHydro research centre. The project aims to improve the safety and sustainability of embankment dams by studying how flexible hydropower operation affects erosion processes and how filters protect moraine cores. The work combines studies of existing dams in Norway with extensive laboratory testing of core and filter materials, and may also include field work and collaboration with the Norwegian hydropower industry.
This is a PhD Candidate opening, not a scholarship. The appointment is for 3 years, with a gross salary normally around NOK 580,000 per year depending on qualifications and seniority. NTNU also mentions employee benefits, career guidance, a strong international research environment, and free basic Norwegian language training.
Eligibility highlights: applicants need a relevant Master’s degree in hydraulic or geotechnical engineering (or equivalent), a major independent project of at least 30 ECTS, strong academic results, at least one course in geotechnical engineering and one in fluid mechanics or hydraulic engineering, and excellent English. Experience with laboratory testing, experimental research, data analysis, programming, and numerical modelling is preferred. The Master’s degree must be completed before starting and no later than summer 2027.
How to apply: submit the application electronically via Jobbnorge.no before 18 September 2026. Include transcripts and diplomas, CV, a copy of your Master’s thesis or a trusted repository link, a motivation letter, summaries of relevant coursework and experimental/field experience, publications if applicable, certificates, and contact details for three referees.
Funding details
PhD Candidate position at NTNU with a gross salary normally NOK 580,000 per annum depending on qualifications and seniority. Employment period is 3 years for the doctoral work. Standard employee benefits apply, including pension contributions and free basic Norwegian language training; no tuition details are stated.
What's required
Relevant Master's degree in hydraulic or geotechnical engineering, or equivalent, with a major independent project of at least 30 ECTS and a course load corresponding to a five-year Norwegian programme with 120 credits at master's level. The Master's degree must be completed before starting the position and no later than summer 2027. Applicants need an average grade of B or better (NTNU scale) or an equally strong academic foundation, and weaker grades may be offset by exceptional suitability, relevant work experience, or peer-reviewed publications. Required coursework includes at least one course in geotechnical engineering and one in fluid mechanics or hydraulic engineering. Candidates must be able to conduct research in laboratory and field environments, have knowledge of embankment dams including internal erosion and seepage, meet NTNU doctoral admission requirements, and have excellent written and oral English. Preferred: laboratory testing experience, experimental research and data analysis, programming skills (Python, MATLAB, R or similar), numerical modelling, and Norwegian/Scandinavian language skills at C2 level.
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