非线性振动超材料领域博士研究生岗位

This PhD project explores nonlinear resonators for adaptive vibration isolation and other advanced functionalities through mechanical modeling and finite-element simulations. The candidate will design and test prototypes, investigate nonlinear dynamics, and collaborate on research with partners at Empa, ETH Zurich, and the Université du Mans.

Your tasks: As doctoral candidate within this project you will work on highly nonlinear building blocks for vibrational metamaterials. Specific tasks to achieve the challenging results include Develop analytical and numerical models for strongly nonlinear resonators exhibiting nonlinear stiffness, damping, and inertia effects. Design, simulate, and optimize novel resonator concepts based on inertia amplification, bilinear stiffness, and multi-degree-of-freedom dynamics. Manufacture and experimentally characterize resonator prototypes using vibration testing, laser vibrometry, and modal analysis techniques. Investigate nonlinear phenomena such as internal resonances, frequency conversion, bifurcations, and nonlinear energy transfer. Create reduced-order models and efficient simulation tools for the design of nonlinear metamaterials and wave-control devices. Disseminate research results through publications in leading journals, presentations at international conferences, and collaboration with project partners at ETH Zurich and the Université du Mans.

任职要求： 如果您符合以下描述，那么您具备适合该项目及研究小组的资质： 我拥有工程、物理或数学专业的硕士学位，该学位是在不超过四年前获得的，且我的成绩与同辈相比处于平均水平以上。 我精通书面和口语英语。 在我的课程学习及以往专业工作中，我已积累以下至少一项相关经验：结构与/或非线性动力学、数值建模技术（有限元方法）以及声学实验技术。我对这些领域具有浓厚的兴趣。 作为研究人员，我以系统且科学严谨的方式开展研究。我会阅读技术论文，理解不同理论之间的细微差异，并亲自实施及改进研究方法。 在频繁报告中，报告频率从每周到每月不等，我展示了我所获得的结果，并对这些结果进行了有根据的阐释。我根据导师的反馈对我的研究工作和方法进行改进，这些反馈有助于确定我的研究方向。 作为积极参与的团队成员，我认为这一点非常重要；我渴望分享我的研究成果，以激励并受到同事的启发。 在攻读博士学位期间，我希望能够逐步增强独立性，例如在项目会议和研讨会上代表研究小组发言。我将这些活动视为向国际专家及研究同事传播我的研究成果的机会，并借此了解我研究的整体背景及具体研究项目情况。

Our offer: Starting date is February 2027 or upon mutual agreement. You stay in a vibrant environment centrally in Europe. Empa has its main campus in Dübendorf, located close to Zürich and 20 minutes by tram from Zurich International Airport. Zurich is one of the cities with the highest quality of life worldwide, welcoming to non-German speaking people and with ample opportunities for social, cultural, and outdoor activities. We foster a culture of inclusion and respect. We welcome all people who are interested in innovative, sustainable and meaningful activities. Our commitment is documented in our Diversity Action Plan and refers to specific goals, which are implemented and further developed on a regular basis. You don't meet every single requirement? We are aware that particularly women and individuals from minority backgrounds often hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. However, we also value motivation, commitment and a willingness to learn. If you see yourself in this role, we would love to receive your qualified application, even if you don't meet 100% of the requirements. We look forward to receiving your complete online application including a letter of motivation, CV, certificates, diplomas and contact details of two reference persons. Please submit these exclusively via our job portal. Applications by e-mail and by post will not be considered. David Heusser , HR Partner