The researcher will conduct fundamental theoretical and algorithmic research on model-based fault diagnosis and prognosis of large scale structures, with possible applications to structures in the Wind Energy or Offshore sectors.

The researcher will join a multi-disciplinary team lead by Dr. Xiaoli Jiang, from the Maritime and Transport Technology department, and by Dr. Riccardo Ferrari, from the department of Delft Center for Systems and Control.

The post-doctoral researcher will be supposed to bridge the expertise of the two departments by developing predictive maintenance strategies rooted on novel model-based diagnosis and prognosis techniques, and applying them to the context of Maritime and Offshore field. 

We are looking for a talented post-doctoral research fellow with background and interest in System Theory, Structural Health Monitoring and Predictive Maintenance; strong mathematical skills and proficiency in numerical simulations; a track record of publications in high-quality journals and/or conferences; and an excellent command of the English language (knowledge of Dutch is not required).

Fixed-term contract: 1 year.

TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, a discount for health insurance and sport memberships, and a monthly work costs contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged. An International Children’s Centre offers childcare and an international primary school. Dual Career Services offers support to accompanying partners. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.

Delft University of Technology

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is a multifaceted institution offering education and carrying out research in the technical sciences at an internationally recognised level. Education, research and design are strongly oriented towards applicability. TU Delft develops technologies for future generations, focusing on sustainability, safety and economic vitality. At TU Delft you will work in an environment where technical sciences and society converge. TU Delft comprises eight faculties, unique laboratories, research institutes and schools.

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Faculty Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering

The 3mE Faculty trains committed engineering students, PhD candidates and post-doctoral researchers in groundbreaking scientific research in the fields of mechanical, maritime and materials engineering. 3mE is the epitome of a dynamic, innovative faculty, with a European scope that contributes demonstrable economic and social benefits.

The Department of Maritime and Transport Technology (MTT) studies how to develop, design, build and operate marine, dredging and transport systems and their equipment. New generation transport and marine systems require the further development of the knowledge of the dynamics and the physical processes involved in transport, dredging and marine systems, the logistics of the systems and the interaction between the equipment and control systems.

The Delft Center for Systems and Control (DCSC) coordinates the education and research activities in systems and control at Delft University of Technology. The Center's research mission is to conduct fundamental research in systems dynamics and control, involving dynamic modelling, advanced control theory, optimisation and signal analysis. The research is motivated by advanced technology development in applications such as physical imaging systems, robotics and transportation systems.    

For more information on the research activities of the two departments, please see: https://www.tudelft.nl/en/3me/organisation/organisation/departments/maritime-and-transport-technology/ and www.dcsc.tudelft.nl/~riccardoferrar.  

https://www.tudelft.nl/en/3me