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Erik van Sebille

8 months ago

Postdoctoral Position in Coastal Plastic Pollution Simulation at Utrecht University (Oceanography, Physics, Applied Mathematics) Utrecht University in Netherlands

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Environmental Science

Funding

The position is for two years with a gross monthly salary between €3,546 and €5,538 (salary scale 10 under the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities). Additional benefits include 8% holiday pay, 8.3% year-end bonus, a pension scheme, partially paid parental leave, flexible terms of employment, and professional development opportunities.

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Expired

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Netherlands

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Utrecht University

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Keywords

Environmental Science
Mathematics
Fluid Mechanics
Python Programming
Oceanography
Physics
Applied Mathematic

About this position

Utrecht University is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join a major research project focused on the simulation of coastal plastic pollution. The position is based at the Institute of Marine and Atmospheric research, Department of Physics, within the Lagrangian Ocean Analysis group led by Professor Erik van Sebille. The project, funded by an NWO Vici grant, aims to improve understanding of macroplastic pollution in Northwest European seas and coasts through advanced numerical modelling and observational data.

The successful candidate will work at the intersection of oceanography, fluid dynamics, and applied mathematics, developing simulations using the Parcels-code.org Lagrangian framework. Responsibilities include setting up hydrodynamic coastal flow fields (using models such as SWAN, SWASH, or SCHISM), writing Python code to simulate the transport of macroplastic particles, analyzing dispersion patterns, and comparing simulation results with experimental data from floating trackers. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, including other postdocs and PhD candidates, is central to the role.

Applicants should hold a PhD in fluid dynamics, oceanography, physics, applied mathematics, or a related field, and possess strong Python programming skills. Affinity with coastal simulations, motivation to work in a diverse team, and excellent English communication skills are required. Experience in physical oceanography is preferred.

The position offers a two-year contract, a gross monthly salary between €3,546 and €5,538, 8% holiday pay, 8.3% year-end bonus, pension scheme, partially paid parental leave, and flexible employment terms. Utrecht University provides a supportive environment for professional development and values diversity and inclusion among its staff.

To apply, candidates should submit a motivation letter, CV, and contact details for at least two referees via the university's online application portal by 2 March 2026. For further information, contact Professor Erik van Sebille at [email protected].

Keywords: coastal plastic pollution, oceanography, numerical modelling, fluid dynamics, applied mathematics, Python programming, marine macroplastics, hydrodynamic simulations, Parcels-code.org, Northwest European seas.

Funding details

The position is for two years with a gross monthly salary between €3,546 and €5,538 (salary scale 10 under the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities). Additional benefits include 8% holiday pay, 8.3% year-end bonus, a pension scheme, partially paid parental leave, flexible terms of employment, and professional development opportunities.

What's required

Applicants must have a PhD in fluid dynamics, oceanography, physics, applied mathematics, or a similar field. They should demonstrate strong skills in Python programming, an affinity with coastal simulations, and motivation to work within a dynamic, diverse, multidisciplinary research team. An excellent level of written and spoken English is required. Proven affinity with physical oceanography is preferred.

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Oceanography

Marine Biology

Marine Geophysics

Coastal Ecology

Geophysical Fluid Dynamics