PhD Candidate in Sports Engineering

3 weeks ago


Trondheim, Trøndelag, Norway Norwegian University of Science and Technology Full time

About the PhD Position in Sports Engineering

The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) is seeking a PhD candidate to join our team at the Senter for Sports Facility and Sports Technology (SIAT). This 3-year position is part of the NRC IPN grant "FramSki – The future of responsible skiing" (FramSki) and focuses on the development of innovative ski designs and ski sole structuring techniques.

About the Job

  • Plan, execute, and document the exploration of a radical modular ski construction technique for UHMWPE ski soles.
  • Participate in the friction testing on full-scale skis in the friction laboratory.
  • Participate in the supervision of Master students and the day-to-day running of the laboratory.
  • Write academic papers and submit them to international scientific journals.

Requirements

  • You must have a professionally relevant background in mechanical engineering, product design, or equivalent.
  • Documented experience in (fast) prototyping or development of experimental set-ups.
  • Your education must correspond to a five-year Norwegian degree program, where 120 credits are obtained at master's level.
  • You must have a strong academic background from your previous studies and an average grade from the master's degree program, or equivalent education, which is equal to B or better compared with NTNU's grading scale.
  • Master's students can apply, but the master's degree must be obtained and documented by 1st October 2024.
  • You must meet the requirements for admission to the faculty's doctoral program.
  • Proficiency in oral and written English.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Practical experience within mechatronics and experience with prototyping techniques such as 3D printing, Microprocessor programming (for example Arduino, Raspberry Pi).
  • Good programming skills (Python, Matlab, or equivalent).
  • Experience with cross-country skiing.

About the Team

The team at SIAT is known for its innovative and interdisciplinary approach to research and development. As a PhD candidate, you will have the opportunity to work with leading industry partners and contribute to the development of innovative ski designs and ski sole structuring techniques.

What We Offer

  • Exciting and stimulating tasks in a strong international academic environment.
  • An open and collaborative work environment.
  • Favourable terms in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.


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