Doctoral Candidate in Acoustics

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Starting from the earliest possible date, the Institute for Acoustics and Dynamics is looking for a

Doctoral Candidate (m/f/d) at the interface of experiment and simulation in the field of sound propagation
(EG 13 TV-L, full-time)

The position is to be filled on a fixed-term basis for a period of 3 years. The successful applicant will be given the opportunity to pursue a doctorate.

As the Institute for Acoustics and Dynamics, we conduct research with three professorships in a broad field in the areas of sound propagation and noise assessment, uncertainty quantification and non-linear dynamics and friction. In the field of acoustics, we work primarily in the area of modelling and simulation of acoustic fields and the evaluation of the effect of sound on humans. Our experimental methods enable us to validate the calculations in a wide range from structure-borne sound to airborne sound and sound propagation in porous media.

As part of the work at the institute, research in the field of sound propagation in foams and small channels will be carried out with a focus on experimental activities. Special emphasis is put on the development and application of suitable measurement technology and data acquisition. Furthermore, existing simulation models are to be expanded to include suitable propagation models for sound in foams and ducts and their application validated using metrological methods.

Your tasks

• Extension and coupling of existing modelling approaches for sound propagation in special media and areas as well as application of the calculation methods in various projects
• Development and operation of the measurement technology required for validation studies and application in test setups
• Publication of research results and participation in (international) conferences
• Involvement in teaching at the University (preparation and implementation of courses as well as supervision of students’ work).

Your Qualifications

• You have a degree (Master’s or equivalent) in an engineering discipline, natural sciences or mathematics
• You have very good knowledge of the German and English language
• You have experience in experimental and numerical methods or are willing to familiarize with these
• You are flexible, can perform under pressure and work well in a team.

We offer

• Work on exciting future-oriented research topics in an inspiring work environment as part of the university community
• A vibrant campus life in an international atmosphere with lots of intercultural offers and international cooperations
• Pay in accordance with the collective agreement TV-L (a special payment at the end of the year as well as a supplementary benefit in the form of a company pension, comparable to a company pension in the private sector) including 30 days' vacation per year
• Flexible working and part-time options and a family-friendly university culture, awarded the "Family-friendly university" audit since 2007
• Special continuing education programs for young scientists, a postdoc program, as well as other offerings from the Central Personnel Development Department and sports activities.

Further notes
We welcome applicants of all nationalities. At the same time, we encourage people with severe disabilities to apply. Applications from severely disabled persons will be given preference if they are equally qualified. Please attach a proof of disability to your application. We are also working on the fulfilment of the Central Equality Plan based on the Lower Saxony Equal Rights Act (Niedersächsisches Gleichberechtigungsgesetz—NGG) and strive to reduce under-representation in all areas and positions as defined by the NGG. Therefore, applications from women are particularly welcome in this case.

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Questions and Answers
For more information, please contact Dr.-Ing. Tobias Paul Ring:
Email: t.ring(at)tu-braunschweig.de
Phone: +49 531 391-8773

Deadline for applications is 15 September 2024
Are you interested? Please send your application preferably via email to inad-leitung(at)tu-braunschweig.de

or via mail to

Technische Universität Braunschweig
Institut für Akustik und Dynamik
Langer Kamp 19
38106 Braunschweig