Postdoctoral Researcher Hydroacoustics

Postdoctoral Researcher Hydroacoustics

GEOMAR - Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research

Kiel, Germany

Job Description:

• Literature and software research on numerical modelling methods for seismo-acoustic sound propagation and sustainable concepts for attenuating sound propagation underwater;
• Acquisition and processing of data from accessible sources on sound propagation and attenuation of underwater explosions;
• Participation in the development of a hydroacoustic and geological model of Kiel Bay for a complete description of sound propagation in soil and water, including:
  • Implementation and numerical modelling of various sources of underwater explosions;
  • Implementation and modelling of synthetic bubble curtains and other artificial sound barriers;
  • Final determination of the best possible locations (and times) for underwater detonations in Kiel Bay.
• Analysis and validation of the model results using measurement data from real underwater explosions in Kiel Bay.

Qualification:

• A Ph.D. in relevant disciplines such as physics, geophysics, electrical engineering, applied mathematics or similar, with a focus on hydroacoustics or signal processing;
• High level of expertise in modelling, processing and analysing (hydro)acoustic signals;
• A strong track record of impactful first-author publications in peer-reviewed journals.

The ideal candidate will also have:

• Experience in modelling the seismo-acoustic propagation of sound through sediments and the water column;
• Experience with COMSOL Multiphysics;
• Knowledge of marine geology or marine geophysics;
• Proficiency in software development (e.g. Python, C++, etc.);
• Willingness and ability to participate in sea surveys.