Research Assistant (Doctoral Student) (f/m/d) in Optimization and Scientific Computing Using Lattice Boltzmann Methods
fulltime
At the Institute of Applied and Numerical Mathematics (IANM) at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) we are looking for a Research Assistant (f/m/d) for our team Lattice Boltzmann Research Group (LBRG, www.lbrg.kit.edu). The position is part of an exciting research project on advanced numerical modeling and simulation, with a specific focus on sensitivity analysis and optimization for fluid dynamics, solid mechanics, and fluid-structure interaction (FSI) using lattice Boltzmann methods (LBM). This role provides the opportunity to pursue a doctorate (PhD degree).
Organizational unit
Institute for Applied and Numerical Mathematics (IANM)
Job description
- Development & implementation of efficient and scalable LBM algorithms for complex multi-physics problems, specifically in OpenLB (www.openlb.net)
- Development & application of adjoint-based and data-driven optimization methods
- High-performance computing (HPC) on modern GPU-accelerated architectures
- Scientific collaboration with internal and external partners
- Participation in teaching and supervision of students
- Publication of results at international conferences and in peer-reviewed journals
Starting date
as soon as possible
Personal qualification
- Master’s degree (or equivalent) in applied mathematics, scientific computing, or a related field
- Strong background in optimization, numerical methods and scientific computing
- Experience in fluid dynamics, solid mechanics, FSI or LBM is highly advantageous
- Programming skills in C/C++ or similar; experience with parallel computing is a plus
- Curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative mindset
- Very good written and spoken English skills
- basic German skills
This is what we offer
Become a member of staff of the only German University of Excellence that conducts largescale research on the national level. Work under excellent working conditions in an international environment and be active in research and academic education for our future. Benefit from specific training when starting your job and from a wide range of further qualification offers. Use our flexible working time models (flexitime, work from home), our sports and leisure offers, as well as our child and holiday care services. We also pay a share of EUR 25/month in the Job Ticket Baden-Württemberg. Enjoy a large variety of dishes, snacks, and beverages at our canteens.
Salary
Salary category 13 TV-L, depending on the fulfillment of professional and personal requirements.
Contract duration
limited
Application up to
September 30, 2025
Contact person in line-management
For further information, please contact PD Dr. Mathias J. Krause, phone +49 721 608-44191/-42839.
Please apply online using the button below for this vacancy number 1194/2025.
Vacancy number: 1194/2025
We prefer to balance the number of employees (f/m/d). Therefore we kindly ask female applicants to apply for this job. Recognized severely disabled persons will be preferred if they are equally qualified.Contact
Personnel Support is provided by:
Personalservice (PSE) - Human Resources
Ms Carrasco Sanchez
Phone: +49 721 608-42016,
Kaiserstr. 12, 76131 Karlsruhe