Postdoc In Wadden Sea And Estuaries: System Dynamics And Sediment Management Under Climate Change (Civil Engineering)

TL;DR

Postdoc in Wadden Sea and Estuaries (Civil Engineering): Developing and applying morphodynamic models to predict the long-term development of tidal basins under sea-level rise with an accent on numerical model integration. Focus on upgrading the ASMITA software and using probabilistic simulations to ensure sustainable sediment management and flood safety.

Location: Must be based in or relocate to Delft, Netherlands

Salary: €3,546 – €5,538 per month

Company

hirify.global is a top international university combining science, engineering and design to address global challenges in energy, climate, mobility, health, and digital society.

What you will do

• Develop next-generation morphodynamic models by combining the ASMITA reduced complexity model with the process-based Delft3D model.
• Upgrade ASMITA software to incorporate multiple sediments, tidal divide exchange, salt marsh exchange, and river flow.
• Perform probabilistic simulations to predict the response of the Wadden Sea and Western Scheldt to sea-level rise and subsidence.
• Collaborate with Deltares to assess the impact of morphodynamic changes on ecology and flood safety.
• Conduct interdisciplinary research within the Coastal Engineering section using numerical modelling and field measurements.

Requirements

• PhD in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Marine Geology, Oceanography, Physical Geography, Physics, or Mathematics.
• Proven record of scholarly contributions via publications or software products.
• Proficiency in English (written and oral).
• Strong affinity and demonstrated interest in numerical model development and application.
• Ability to relocate to the Netherlands.

Nice to have

• Passion for interdisciplinary research and experience working in diverse, inclusive teams.
• Strong drive to see complex research projects through to completion.

Culture & Benefits

• Salary and benefits aligned with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.
• Flexible working week (32-38 hours) with 232 leave hours per year.
• Excellent pension scheme via ABP and annual individual employment packages.
• Comprehensive relocation support via the "Coming to Delft Service" and a Dual Career Programme for partners.
• Access to professional education, training courses, and a vitality program for healthy working.

Hiring process

• Submit a motivation letter, CV, and a link to PhD thesis and relevant publications.
• Optional submission of a life-impact statement.
• Application deadline is 15 June 2026.