Postdoc System Engineeering for Floating Wind Farms

Job description

Floating offshore wind turbines are widely regarded as a key technology to accelerate renewable power generation and reach climate targets. Installing a wind turbine on a floating structure comes with opportunities as well as new engineering challenges. In the Dutch-funded project HybridLabs (https://hybridlabs.tudelft.nl), we accelerate the development of innovations in offshore and floating renewable energy technologies. A key bottleneck to the implementation of these innovations is the system integration of different actors/needs and the supply chain readiness.

In this context, we are looking for a post-doctoral researcher to work on multi-disciplinary design analysis and optimisation (MDAO) for floating wind farms in different regions. The tasks involve both the development and dissemination of our MDAO software and its application to assess logistical aspects of the large-scale deployment of floating wind farms. Key research questions include: (i) what are the supply chain requirements and bottlenecks for large-scale deployment of floating wind farms, (ii) how can the system be optimised, and (iii) how much

can technical, monetary, and schedule risks be reduced or mitigated.

As a researcher, you will work among diverse and energetic peers which offers a stimulating and inclusive working environment for developing your research and academic skills. In addition, due to the highly multidisciplinary nature of this project, your research will contribute to and benefit from others and you will work in teams with other researchers from TU Delft and other institutions within the HybridLabs framework. You will also have the opportunity to work closely with companies as well as help strengthening the European ecosystem in this area. Finally, there will be opportunities to use the MDAO framework for outreach activities.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive and progressive workplace culture built on respect, community and wellbeing. We aim to attract outstanding global talent from all backgrounds and recognise that science and engineering benefit from diverse perspectives. We particularly encourage applications from women, who are currently underrepresented at this level within our university.

Job requirements

• PhD. degree in system engineering, applied sciences, wind energy, or a related field.
• Fundamental knowledge and application of MDAO (multi-disciplinary analysis and optimisation).
• Good knowledge of scientific computing, object-oriented programming (e.g., Python), and version control (e.g., git). Experience with FAIR and open-source software development is a plus.
• Familiar with the system and/or supply chain challenges for offshore/floating wind energy. Experience with supply chain modelling for offshore/floating wind energy is a plus.
• Curiosity to engage with multi-disciplinary stakeholders. Experience with collaboration across institutions is a plus.
• Attitude to teamwork and excellent communication skills in spoken and written English, combined with demonstrated creativity, self-learning skills and an inclination towards research.

TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)
Working at TU Delft means contributing to solutions that really make a difference.

For over 180 years, we have been training engineers who make an impact worldwide in companies, government bodies, or as entrepreneurs. Our alumni turn knowledge into concrete solutions for the challenges of today and tomorrow. These challenges are changing rapidly. That is why we focus on themes such as energy, climate, digitalisation, artificial intelligence (AI), and smart mobility every day. Our education and research are directly aligned with what society needs now and in the future.

At TU Delft, our people make the difference. With their knowledge and curiosity, our staff provide a high-quality education and conduct pioneering research that extends beyond the campus. You will have the opportunity to take the initiative, work with others, and grow as a professional. Working at TU Delft means join an international community of professionals and students. Together, we create knowledge, innovations, and solutions that help move the world forward.

Faculty Aerospace Engineering
The Faculty of Aerospace Engineering at Delft University of Technology is a leading international community where innovation in aerospace meets global challenges. Our support and scientific staff, including PhD candidates, postdocs, and students, largely work together on three main themes: the energy transition, sustainable aerospace, and safety and security, with the aim of tackling climate change and contributing to the independence and security of Europe.

When you join us, you become part of a diverse, collaborative, and forward-thinking environment where your ideas and perspectives are valued. Our work extends beyond the lab—into field labs, innovation hubs, and partnerships with other faculties, research institutes, governments, and industry, both locally and globally.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace, assisted by an active Diversity & Inclusion team. This includes tangible support such as funding for extra personnel for family and caregiving responsibilities, mentoring programmes, and initiatives that promote cultural exchange and integration.

You don’t just join our faculty — you join a community where you can thrive, grow, and help shape the future of aerospace.

Click here to go to the website of the Faculty of Aerospace Engineering.

University Teacher Bachelor Computer Science and Engineering / Bachelor Health and Technology

Job description

The departments associated with Computer Science at TU Delft are seeking a highly motivated and passionate individual to fill the position of University Teacher. As University Teacher, you will be responsible for (co-)teaching high-quality instructions in both the Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) BSc program and potentially the new Health and Technology BSc Program in collaboration with Erasmus University Rotterdam. Additionally, you will contribute to the overall educational environment.

We are looking for an additional full-time team member to our CSE Teaching Team who shares our desire to teach and improve education. Since its inception in 2018, the Teaching Team had a significant impact on the quality of education in the CSE BSc program, successfully teaching and guiding hundreds of students. More information about our team can be found here.

The Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) BSc program

The Computer Science and Engineering BSc program is a comprehensive and accredited 3-year computer science program with a yearly intake of approximately 550 students and a total student population of around 1600 students. The program is taught in English, and we have a diverse and international student population. Our program balances theoretical computer science courses with practically oriented courses in which theory is applied. The students have two capstone projects, one where they typically do an industry internship, and one where they dive into a research assignment.

The Health and Technology BSc program

The Bachelor Health & Technology is a newly accredited BSc program that will start in September 2027. The program is taught fully at the Erasmus University campus in Rotterdam but is provided by the TU Delft. The program focusses on educating a new type of engineer who will be capable of tackling wicked problems in the health domain, by forming a bridge between medical professionals and engineers. An example of such a problem is the aging of the population. The Computer Science Teaching Team will (co-)teach at least two courses in this new bachelor program: a first-year course on programming where students learn about Python and AI tooling, and a second-year course on data visualisation. As the program is taught in Dutch, a work division will be made between the programs in Delft and Rotterdam, based on the capabilities and capacity of the candidate and the other members of the teaching team.

What will you do as a University Teacher?

You will (co-)teach courses from our CS-related programs. This includes preparing and delivering lectures, designing and/or improving course materials, organizing practical sessions, leading discussions, assessing student performance, and providing constructive feedback. All our courses are taught by a pair/team of lecturers, thus good cooperation skills are essential. You will work within a team of lecturers who are all passionate about education. You will get a lot of freedom to work on the things you enjoy, but you can also benefit from the guidance and experience of your team members. You will also be able to engage in education innovation. In addition, you will recruit and lead teams of teaching assistants.

Job requirements
We are looking for candidates who are passionate about teaching and education. We are committed to help you develop your teaching competencies further.

• You have completed a MSc in Computer Science or a related field.
• You have demonstrated affinity and enthusiasm with (some selected) topics taught in the first years of the Computer Science and Engineering BSc program, like algorithms, databases, embedded systems, software engineering, programming, artificial intelligence, computer networks, multimedia processing, etc.
• You have strong interpersonal and communication skills, and work well in teams and with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff.
• You are expected to obtain a University Teaching Qualification (UTQ) within three years to develop your teaching competencies further. This is provided by the TU Delft UTQ program. If you already have relevant experience, this may result in a (partial) exemption.
• You are expected to have good command of the English language, as TU Delft sets high standards for the English competency of the teaching staff. The TU Delft offers training to improve English competency.
• As the Health and Technology program will be taught in Dutch, command of the Dutch language is highly appreciated, but not a hard requirement.
• Ideally, you have prior affinity with teaching and/or academia, for example through teaching at other institutions, obtaining a PhD degree, or other relevant experience.

TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)
Working at TU Delft means contributing to solutions that really make a difference.

For over 180 years, we have been training engineers who make an impact worldwide in companies, government bodies, or as entrepreneurs. Our alumni turn knowledge into concrete solutions for the challenges of today and tomorrow.

These challenges are changing rapidly. That is why we focus on themes such as energy, climate, digitalisation, artificial intelligence (AI), and smart mobility every day. Our education and research are directly aligned with what society needs now and in the future.

At TU Delft, our people make the difference. With their knowledge and curiosity, our staff provide a high-quality education and conduct pioneering research that extends beyond the campus. You will have the opportunity to take the initiative, work with others, and grow as a professional.

Working at TU Delft means join an international community of professionals and students. Together, we create knowledge, innovations, and solutions that help move the world forward.

Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science
The Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science (EEMCS) brings together three scientific disciplines. Combined, they reinforce each other and are the driving force behind the technology we all use in our daily lives. Technology such as the electricity grid, which our faculty is helping to make completely sustainable and future-proof. At the same time, we are developing the chips and sensors of the future, whilst also setting the foundations for the software technologies to run on this new generation of equipment – which of course includes AI. Meanwhile we are pushing the limits of applied mathematics, for example mapping out disease processes using single cell data, and using mathematics to simulate gigantic ash plumes after a volcanic eruption. In other words: there is plenty of room at the faculty for ground-breaking research. We educate innovative engineers and have excellent labs and facilities that underline our strong international position. In total, more than 1000 employees and 4,000 students work and study in this innovative environment.

Click here to go to the website of the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science.

Postdoc System Engineeering for Floating Wind Farms

Job description

Floating offshore wind turbines are widely regarded as a key technology to accelerate renewable power generation and reach climate targets. Installing a wind turbine on a floating structure comes with opportunities as well as new engineering challenges. In the Dutch-funded project HybridLabs (https://hybridlabs.tudelft.nl), we accelerate the development of innovations in offshore and floating renewable energy technologies. A key bottleneck to the implementation of these innovations is the system integration of different actors/needs and the supply chain readiness.

In this context, we are looking for a post-doctoral researcher to work on multi-disciplinary design analysis and optimisation (MDAO) for floating wind farms in different regions. The tasks involve both the development and dissemination of our MDAO software and its application to assess logistical aspects of the large-scale deployment of floating wind farms. Key research questions include: (i) what are the supply chain requirements and bottlenecks for large-scale deployment of floating wind farms, (ii) how can the system be optimised, and (iii) how much

can technical, monetary, and schedule risks be reduced or mitigated.

As a researcher, you will work among diverse and energetic peers which offers a stimulating and inclusive working environment for developing your research and academic skills. In addition, due to the highly multidisciplinary nature of this project, your research will contribute to and benefit from others and you will work in teams with other researchers from TU Delft and other institutions within the HybridLabs framework. You will also have the opportunity to work closely with companies as well as help strengthening the European ecosystem in this area. Finally, there will be opportunities to use the MDAO framework for outreach activities.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive and progressive workplace culture built on respect, community and wellbeing. We aim to attract outstanding global talent from all backgrounds and recognise that science and engineering benefit from diverse perspectives. We particularly encourage applications from women, who are currently underrepresented at this level within our university.

Job requirements

• PhD. degree in system engineering, applied sciences, wind energy, or a related field.
• Fundamental knowledge and application of MDAO (multi-disciplinary analysis and optimisation).
• Good knowledge of scientific computing, object-oriented programming (e.g., Python), and version control (e.g., git). Experience with FAIR and open-source software development is a plus.
• Familiar with the system and/or supply chain challenges for offshore/floating wind energy. Experience with supply chain modelling for offshore/floating wind energy is a plus.
• Curiosity to engage with multi-disciplinary stakeholders. Experience with collaboration across institutions is a plus.
• Attitude to teamwork and excellent communication skills in spoken and written English, combined with demonstrated creativity, self-learning skills and an inclination towards research.

TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)
Working at TU Delft means contributing to solutions that really make a difference.

For over 180 years, we have been training engineers who make an impact worldwide in companies, government bodies, or as entrepreneurs. Our alumni turn knowledge into concrete solutions for the challenges of today and tomorrow. These challenges are changing rapidly. That is why we focus on themes such as energy, climate, digitalisation, artificial intelligence (AI), and smart mobility every day. Our education and research are directly aligned with what society needs now and in the future.

At TU Delft, our people make the difference. With their knowledge and curiosity, our staff provide a high-quality education and conduct pioneering research that extends beyond the campus. You will have the opportunity to take the initiative, work with others, and grow as a professional. Working at TU Delft means join an international community of professionals and students. Together, we create knowledge, innovations, and solutions that help move the world forward.

Faculty Aerospace Engineering
The Faculty of Aerospace Engineering at Delft University of Technology is a leading international community where innovation in aerospace meets global challenges. Our support and scientific staff, including PhD candidates, postdocs, and students, largely work together on three main themes: the energy transition, sustainable aerospace, and safety and security, with the aim of tackling climate change and contributing to the independence and security of Europe.

When you join us, you become part of a diverse, collaborative, and forward-thinking environment where your ideas and perspectives are valued. Our work extends beyond the lab—into field labs, innovation hubs, and partnerships with other faculties, research institutes, governments, and industry, both locally and globally.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace, assisted by an active Diversity & Inclusion team. This includes tangible support such as funding for extra personnel for family and caregiving responsibilities, mentoring programmes, and initiatives that promote cultural exchange and integration.

You don’t just join our faculty — you join a community where you can thrive, grow, and help shape the future of aerospace.

Click here to go to the website of the Faculty of Aerospace Engineering.

University Teacher Bachelor Computer Science and Engineering / Bachelor Health and Technology

Job description

The departments associated with Computer Science at TU Delft are seeking a highly motivated and passionate individual to fill the position of University Teacher. As University Teacher, you will be responsible for (co-)teaching high-quality instructions in both the Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) BSc program and potentially the new Health and Technology BSc Program in collaboration with Erasmus University Rotterdam. Additionally, you will contribute to the overall educational environment.

We are looking for an additional full-time team member to our CSE Teaching Team who shares our desire to teach and improve education. Since its inception in 2018, the Teaching Team had a significant impact on the quality of education in the CSE BSc program, successfully teaching and guiding hundreds of students. More information about our team can be found here.

The Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) BSc program

The Computer Science and Engineering BSc program is a comprehensive and accredited 3-year computer science program with a yearly intake of approximately 550 students and a total student population of around 1600 students. The program is taught in English, and we have a diverse and international student population. Our program balances theoretical computer science courses with practically oriented courses in which theory is applied. The students have two capstone projects, one where they typically do an industry internship, and one where they dive into a research assignment.

The Health and Technology BSc program

The Bachelor Health & Technology is a newly accredited BSc program that will start in September 2027. The program is taught fully at the Erasmus University campus in Rotterdam but is provided by the TU Delft. The program focusses on educating a new type of engineer who will be capable of tackling wicked problems in the health domain, by forming a bridge between medical professionals and engineers. An example of such a problem is the aging of the population. The Computer Science Teaching Team will (co-)teach at least two courses in this new bachelor program: a first-year course on programming where students learn about Python and AI tooling, and a second-year course on data visualisation. As the program is taught in Dutch, a work division will be made between the programs in Delft and Rotterdam, based on the capabilities and capacity of the candidate and the other members of the teaching team.

What will you do as a University Teacher?

You will (co-)teach courses from our CS-related programs. This includes preparing and delivering lectures, designing and/or improving course materials, organizing practical sessions, leading discussions, assessing student performance, and providing constructive feedback. All our courses are taught by a pair/team of lecturers, thus good cooperation skills are essential. You will work within a team of lecturers who are all passionate about education. You will get a lot of freedom to work on the things you enjoy, but you can also benefit from the guidance and experience of your team members. You will also be able to engage in education innovation. In addition, you will recruit and lead teams of teaching assistants.

Job requirements
We are looking for candidates who are passionate about teaching and education. We are committed to help you develop your teaching competencies further.

• You have completed a MSc in Computer Science or a related field.
• You have demonstrated affinity and enthusiasm with (some selected) topics taught in the first years of the Computer Science and Engineering BSc program, like algorithms, databases, embedded systems, software engineering, programming, artificial intelligence, computer networks, multimedia processing, etc.
• You have strong interpersonal and communication skills, and work well in teams and with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff.
• You are expected to obtain a University Teaching Qualification (UTQ) within three years to develop your teaching competencies further. This is provided by the TU Delft UTQ program. If you already have relevant experience, this may result in a (partial) exemption.
• You are expected to have good command of the English language, as TU Delft sets high standards for the English competency of the teaching staff. The TU Delft offers training to improve English competency.
• As the Health and Technology program will be taught in Dutch, command of the Dutch language is highly appreciated, but not a hard requirement.
• Ideally, you have prior affinity with teaching and/or academia, for example through teaching at other institutions, obtaining a PhD degree, or other relevant experience.

TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)
Working at TU Delft means contributing to solutions that really make a difference.

For over 180 years, we have been training engineers who make an impact worldwide in companies, government bodies, or as entrepreneurs. Our alumni turn knowledge into concrete solutions for the challenges of today and tomorrow.

These challenges are changing rapidly. That is why we focus on themes such as energy, climate, digitalisation, artificial intelligence (AI), and smart mobility every day. Our education and research are directly aligned with what society needs now and in the future.

At TU Delft, our people make the difference. With their knowledge and curiosity, our staff provide a high-quality education and conduct pioneering research that extends beyond the campus. You will have the opportunity to take the initiative, work with others, and grow as a professional.

Working at TU Delft means join an international community of professionals and students. Together, we create knowledge, innovations, and solutions that help move the world forward.

Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science
The Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science (EEMCS) brings together three scientific disciplines. Combined, they reinforce each other and are the driving force behind the technology we all use in our daily lives. Technology such as the electricity grid, which our faculty is helping to make completely sustainable and future-proof. At the same time, we are developing the chips and sensors of the future, whilst also setting the foundations for the software technologies to run on this new generation of equipment – which of course includes AI. Meanwhile we are pushing the limits of applied mathematics, for example mapping out disease processes using single cell data, and using mathematics to simulate gigantic ash plumes after a volcanic eruption. In other words: there is plenty of room at the faculty for ground-breaking research. We educate innovative engineers and have excellent labs and facilities that underline our strong international position. In total, more than 1000 employees and 4,000 students work and study in this innovative environment.

Click here to go to the website of the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science.

PhD Position Systematic Derivation of Formal Languages and Their Correctness

Job description

Formal languages, such as type theories and program logics, let us state and prove precisely what software should do. Today, each new language is designed by hand: experts invent the syntax, then check that it really means what it should. This is slow, and it has to be redone for every new problem. This project explores a different approach: start from the mathematical meaning of a language and derive the language itself from it, together with a proof that the two match. Several recent type theories were built this way, but each one with its own ad hoc techniques. Together, we want to find out whether there is one general recipe behind them. You will develop this theory using tools from category theory and type theory, and check your results in the Agda proof assistant. You will be supervised by Dr. Benedikt Ahrens in the Department of Software Technology at TU Delft.

Your responsibilities will include:

• conducting this research, both individually and as part of a team;
• participating in scientific life at TU Delft and in the Netherlands, for example by attending and organizing seminars;
• participating in scientific life more globally, including publishing papers and attending workshops and conferences;
• contributing to teaching in computer science, providing the opportunity to gain teaching experience.

Job requirements
Applications will be evaluated on the following criteria:

• Masters degree in mathematics, computer science, or a related field
• Experience in both category theory and theoretical computer science (e.g., type theory, logic or programming language semantics), or a strong motivation and ability to learn them.
• Experience with a proof assistant (e.g., Agda, Rocq or Lean) is a plus, but not required.
• Enjoyment of precise mathematical reasoning,
• Ability to work independently and to collaborate across the maths/CS boundary;
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Willingness to contribute to, and possibly experience in, student supervision and teaching    

TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)
Delft University of Technology is built on strong foundations. As creators of the world-famous Dutch waterworks and pioneers in biotech, TU Delft is a top international university combining science, engineering and design. It delivers world class results in education, research and innovation to address challenges in the areas of energy, climate, mobility, health and digital society. For generations, our engineers have proven to be entrepreneurial problem-solvers, both in business and in a social context.

At TU Delft we embrace diversity as one of our core values and we actively engage to be a university where you feel at home and can flourish. We value different perspectives and qualities. We believe this makes our work more innovative, the TU Delft community more vibrant and the world more just. Together, we imagine, invent and create solutions using technology to have a positive impact on a global scale. That is why we invite you to apply. Your application will receive fair consideration.

Challenge. Change. Impact!

Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science
The Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science (EEMCS) brings together three scientific disciplines. Combined, they reinforce each other and are the driving force behind the technology we all use in our daily lives. Technology such as the electricity grid, which our faculty is helping to make completely sustainable and future-proof. At the same time, we are developing the chips and sensors of the future, whilst also setting the foundations for the software technologies to run on this new generation of equipment – which of course includes AI. Meanwhile we are pushing the limits of applied mathematics, for example mapping out disease processes using single cell data, and using mathematics to simulate gigantic ash plumes after a volcanic eruption. In other words: there is plenty of room at the faculty for ground-breaking research. We educate innovative engineers and have excellent labs and facilities that underline our strong international position. In total, more than 1000 employees and 4,000 students work and study in this innovative environment.

Click here to go to the website of the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science.