Postdoctoral Researcher in Aeroelastic Simulation and Wind Energy Testing Infrastructures University of Rostock in United Kingdom

University of Rostock is advertising a Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d) position in aeroelastic simulation within the project TIS-Wind-Grid-HiL. The role is based at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Marine Technology, Chair of Engineering Mechanics & Dynamics / Technical Mechanics & Dynamics.

This is a research-focused position in aeroelasticity, wind energy systems, and the development of testing infrastructures. Responsibilities include developing real-time simulation algorithms, conducting experimental investigations on test rigs, programming experimental procedures, carrying out laboratory and field measurements, collaborating with industry partners, supervising student research projects, and publishing results in an interdisciplinary environment.

The appointment is a fixed-term project position until 2026-07-31, starting 2026-10-01, and is paid at TV-L E13 on a full-time basis (40 hours/week). Funding is explicitly subject to project funding.

Eligibility highlights include a completed scientific university degree in mechanical engineering or a comparable discipline with a good result, plus a completed or nearly completed PhD in technical mechanics or a related doctoral field. Applicants should have strong experience in model building, system simulation, experimental and numerical modal analysis, signal analysis and processing, and programming in C/C++, Python, or similar languages. German and English proficiency are required, along with teamwork, communication skills, willingness to travel, and suitability for work in heights and confined spaces.

The application deadline is 2026-07-17. Interested candidates should apply through the University of Rostock job portal and reference vacancy P 73/2026.