Research Associate / PhD Student (Physics) - Microclimatic Effects in Urban Air Mobility | Physiker (m/w/d)

Technische Universität Dresden

Dresden, Sachsen, Deutschland
Published 6/18/2025

Job Summary

The TUD Dresden University of Technology is seeking a Research Associate/PhD Student to join the DFG-funded Research Training Group "AirMetro." This interdisciplinary group focuses on the technological and operational integration of highly automated air transport in urban areas. The successful candidate will conduct research on microclimatic effects, specifically modeling natural frequencies of UAVs and performing microclimatic and turbulence simulations in urban environments. The role involves formulating weather- and turbulence-related limit values for UAV operations and comparing them with verifiable data. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in Advanced Air Mobility, collaborate with an international team, and pursue a PhD within a structured program, addressing critical technical and social challenges for future urban air transport.

Required Skills

Education

PhD (or aiming to obtain PhD) in Physics or a related field

Experience

  • Independent and cooperative qualification through scientific research
  • Experience in literature review and refining research objectives
  • Practical experience with experimental, numerical, metrological, or empirical research methods

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Position limited until April 30, 2028, governed by the Fixed Term Research Contracts Act (Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz - WissZeitVG). Aims at obtaining further academic qualification (usually PhD).