06356 Postdoctoral Researcher in Assessment of existing concrete bridge structures through proof-loading methods

Job title: 06356 Postdoctoral Researcher in Assessment of existing concrete bridge structures through proof-loading methods

Company: Aalborg Universitet


Job description: At the Faculty of Engineering and Science, Department of the Built Environment (AAU BUILD), a position as Postdoc within bridge proof loading- and strengthening assessment in Copenhagen is open for appointment from 1 July 2025 or soon hereafter. The position is available for a period of 1 year.JobbeskrivelseThe Department of the Built Environment focuses on the technical and scientific disciplines within the built environment. Research areas span from Indoor Environment and Energy Efficient buildings, Wind Turbines, Structural Design, Structural Materials, Geotechnical Engineering, Wave Energy to Traffic along with many other areas. The research is conducted in a national as well as an international research environment. The department takes on contract research for both public institutions and private companies. The research projects involve both theoretical research and in situ measurements along with laboratory experiments. As an employee at the Department of the Built Environment, you become a part of an international research environment, where focus is on innovation, knowledge sharing and interdisciplinary collaborations.The postdoc position is offered in connection with ongoing sustainable research projects at AAU regarding service life extension of existing concrete bridges. The position will primarily regard proof loading assessment of existing bridges but may also be associated with other research projects and splinter projects(such as prestressed CFRP strengthening assessments). The primary ongoing research project on concrete bridge proof loading is a collaboration with The Danish Road Directorate(Vejdirektoratet) and involves the assessment of existing concrete slab bridges through three main research fields in a multidisciplinary approach: * Testing and monitoring

• Structural modeling
• Probabilistic safety assessment

These three research fields are essential when developing the background for structural assessment from a proof-loading perspective. The postdoc position will primarily focus on the field of”Testing and monitoring” in laboratory- and in-situ conditions. When proof load testing and thus performing structural response assessment, a significant focus will be dedicated to representative testing approaches, monitoring methods, data acquisition, and result handling in the multidisciplinary perspective(e.g., identifying target loads, stopping criteria, response verification- and validation, etc.). In this regard, some additional perspectives and evaluations related to prestressed Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymers(CFRP) strengthening solutions will be considered. The postdoc position will be highly experimental, with evaluations ranging from material samples, sub-components, system components and combined systems, large-scale specimens, and in-situ full-scale testing of bridges.A special focus will be on assessing structures evaluated to provide a potentially brittle failure mode(such as non-shear-reinforced concrete slabs, connections, etc.). Apart from the direct assessment of such structural concrete applications, the candidate will get the opportunity to work with novel sustainable strengthening solutions such as ductile carbon fiber reinforced polymer(CFRP) strengthening prestressing systems.In connection with the experimental work, the Postdoc is expected to take an active role in developing personal skills in communicating, teaching, and working in a cross-disciplinary collaboration; this includes supervising student projects and other activities relevant to the collaboration.The research activities offer a well-scoped research direction yet simultaneously accommodate autonomy in research activities within the broader scope of the project and research topic. Scientific dissemination is expected to focus on subject-relevant journals and conferences, while practitioner-oriented dissemination is part of the project’s dissemination activities with the industrial partners. Reporting and dissemination related to Danish industrial collaborators will be a high priority.Limited teaching can be expected within the research area(and in other study programs at the University).A prerequisite for a successful application is to demonstrate scientific expertise and experience within most of the areas below:

• Assessment of existing concrete bridges.
• Representative load testing in accordance with the Danish classification system.
• Extensive monitoring and advanced monitoring systems, such as digital image correlation(DIC) or acoustic emission(AE).
• Evaluation and assessment of stop criteria in a multidisciplinary setup.
• Design of advanced experimental test setups and testing protocols.
• High experience related to prestressed CFRP strengthening solutions and related component development.
• Reliability-based handling of Danish classification system heavy transport vehicles.

In addition, the ideal candidate has:

• Excellent English language skills(both oral and written).
• Significant Danish language skills or alternatively Swedish or Norwegian(The communication with the Danish Road Directorate and local partners and suppliers is predominantly in Danish).
• Experience with student supervision or assisting in teaching.
• Experience in a structural laboratory with hands-on experience in experiment development and testing, including knowledge of data acquisition through data loggers, sensor connection, and sensor functionality.
• Experience with experimental work in all scales, from material samples to full-scale structures.
• Extensive experience in scientific paper writing and review of papers.

Qualification requirements:Appointment as Postdoc presupposes scientific qualifications at PhD–level or similar scientific qualifications. The research potential of each applicant will be emphasized in the overall assessment. Appointment as a Postdoc cannot exceed a period of four years in total at Aalborg University.The application must contain the following:

• A motivated text wherein the reasons for applying, qualifications in relation to the position, and intentions and visions for the position are stated.
• A current curriculum vitae.
• Copies of relevant diplomas(Master of Science and PhD). On request you could be asked for an official English translation.
• Scientific qualifications. A complete list of publications must be attached with an indication of the works the applicant wishes to be considered. You may attach up to 5 publications.
• Dissemination qualifications, including participation on committees or boards, participation in organisations and the like.
• Additional qualifications in relation to the position. References/recommendations.
• Personal data.

The applications are only to be submitted online by using the”Apply online” button below.AssessmentShortlisting will be applied. This means that subsequent to the deadline for applications the head of department supported by the chair of the assessment committee will select candidates for assessment. All applicants will be informed whether they will be assessed or not.When the hiring process is completed, a final rejection will be sent to the applicants who are not considered for the position.AAU wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background or belief.Contact informationYou may obtain further professional information from Associate Professor Jacob Wittrup Schmidt,(+45) 9940 2904, .Read more about AAU at .
Read more about the AAU BUILD at .For further information concerning the application procedure please contact HR support by mailThe hiring process at Aalborg University may include a risk assessment as a tool to identify potential risks associated with new hires, ensuring the safety, compliance, and integrity of the workplace.The hiring process at Aalborg University may include a risk assessment as a tool to identify potential risks associated with new hires, ensuring the safety, compliance, and integrity of the workplace.Information regarding guidelines, ministerial circular in force and procedures can be seen .Løn og ansættelsesvilkårThe employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities(the Appointment Order) and the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities. Salary and terms of employment are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the state(AC collective agreement)(only in Danish) and circular concerning protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities(only in Danish).

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Location: København

Job date: Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:08:11 GMT

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