PhD candidate (m/f/d) on physics-informed auralization of urban sound environments
Are you passionate about sound and physics-based simulations? Join us as a research associate and lead cutting-edge research into the synthesis of virtual urban acoustics for urban design assessment. This is your chance to work at the forefront of computational modeling and simulation.
The Institute for Building Physics works application-oriented in all current areas of building physics and is engaged in research, development, testing, demonstration, and consulting in the fields of Acoustics, Energy Efficiency and Indoor Climate, Life Cycle Engineering, Hygrothermics: Moisture and thermal Control, as well as Inorganic Materials and Recycling, Environment, Hygiene and Sensor Technology. The Acoustics Department researches in the areas of Building Acoustics, Digital and sustainable Acoustics, Noise Control and Vehicle Acoustics, Human-Centered Acoustic Design and User Research, Musical and Photo Acoustics, Urban and Architectural Acoustics.
Become part of the newly established research group "Urban and Architectural Acoustics" at the Fraunhofer Institute for Building Physics in Stuttgart!
What you will do
- You develop efficient approaches to simulating complex urban sound environments. - You achieve plausible auralizations of urban sound simulations. - By linking your developments with those of other employees and projects, you contribute to the activities of the research group.
What you bring to the table
- Completed university degree (Master) in electrical engineering with a focus on computer science or a similar or comparable degree - Expertise in CAD, 3D modeling - Basics of acoustics - Good knowledge of Python, C/C++ and MATLAB for computer science
What you can expect
- You work with first-class researchers in a lively, interdisciplinary environment. - You develop high-precision models and accelerate the digitization of urban spaces. - You become part of a team that combines cutting-edge research with effective applications in the field of sound design. - You receive comprehensive guidance when working on your doctoral thesis. In addition, we attach great importance to a collegial environment characterized by a sense of community. Our goal is for you to feel comfortable with us. The family-like working atmosphere is characterized by a special sense of togetherness and we do a lot to achieve this: - Comprehensive training - An open and lively corporate and team culture - A wide Fraunhofer network - Equal opportunities - Flexible working hours - 30 days annual vacation - Company pension plan, capital-forming benefits, salary conversion, variable compensation components
The weekly working hours are 19.5 hours. Other weekly working hours are also possible.
We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability.
Appointment, remuneration and social security benefits based on the public-sector collective wage agreement (TVöD). Additionally Fraunhofer may grant performance-based variable remuneration components.
With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.
Interested? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you!
Your contact for content-related questions is Dr. Josep Llorca-Bofí Tel.: +49 711 970 3319 Your contact for the application process is Ms. Sonja Braniek Tel.: +49 711 970 3315
Fraunhofer Institute for Building Physics IBP
Requisition Number: 76164 Application Deadline: 11/10/2024
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