Postdoctoral Researcher in Hydroacoustics | Post-Doktorand:in (m/w/d) Hydroakustik

Helmholtz-Zentrum für Ozeanforschung Kiel (GEOMAR)

Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Deutschland
Published Aug 20, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

The GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in Hydroacoustics to join their DeepSea Monitoring department. This role is crucial for the TRANKIEL project, focusing on researching and modeling techniques to reduce sound propagation from underwater explosions, specifically in Kiel Bay. The successful candidate will conduct literature and software research on seismo-acoustic sound propagation modeling, acquire and process relevant data, and contribute to developing a comprehensive hydroacoustic and geological model of Kiel Bay. This involves implementing and modeling various underwater explosion sources, synthetic bubble screens, and other artificial sound barriers to determine optimal locations and times for underwater detonations. The role requires analyzing results and validating models against real-world measurement data. This is an excellent opportunity for a research professional to contribute to significant oceanographic and environmental research.

Required Skills

Education

Completed scientific university degree and doctorate (PhD) in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or similar, with a focus on Hydroacoustics or Signal Processing.

Experience

  • High expertise in modeling, processing, and analyzing (hydro-)acoustic signals
  • Proven record of publications as first author in reputable scientific journals
  • Experience presenting research results at conferences
  • Experience in modeling seismo-acoustic sound propagation through seabed and water column (desirable)
  • Experience with COMSOL Multiphysics simulation software (desirable)
  • Willingness and ability to participate in sea trials (desirable)

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • This is a fixed-term position for 3 years. The position is located in Kiel, Germany. The role requires willingness and ability to participate in sea trials.