Postdoctoral Fellow - DIAMETER Project

• Based in Barcelona, in a collaborative and dynamic international team

• Experienced computational modeler / mechanical engineer

• Full-time, continuing role

The Postdoctoral Fellow will be based at RMIT Europe and their primary focus will be to deliver on RMIT Europe’s objectives under the DIAMETER project (Demonstration of a sustainable circular-by-design manufacturing system based on additive manufacturing ) funded by the EU’s Horizon Europe Funding Programme (https://www.diameter-eu.org/ ).

What will you be accountable for?

• Assume responsibility for day-to-day oversight of DIAMETER work package and task implementation, delivery and reporting.

• Liaise with project partners, including the lead for all project deliverables and reporting.

• Develop an AI-assisted tool to drive the decision-making in additive manufacturing (AM) towards more circular manufacturing, from part design to part end-of-life.

• Prepare documentation and materials around coordination, governance and progress reports.

• Collate results of project activities and assist in the preparation of project deliverables and publications within agreed timeframes.

• Disseminate DIAMETER research outcomes to other team members, clients and the broader research community internal and external to RMIT University, through high quality papers/journal articles, seminars, and conference attendance.

Let’s talk about you

• Demonstrated ability to develop computational models for engineering decision making, ideally in manufacturing and engineering scenarios.

• Familiarity with metal additive manufacturing processes and design for additive manufacturing principles.

• Experience with machine learning methods and integration into hybrid modelling systems

• Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate research concepts and results in high-quality journal publications and to research stakeholders.

• Demonstrated project management skills, and ability to deliver project outcomes on time.

• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills in multi-disciplinary research teams.

• Ability to work in a team.

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.

• High level proficiency in English (essential) and Spanish (beneficial).

• Eligibility to work legally in Spain.

Who is RMIT Europe?

We’re the creative and dynamic European hub of RMIT University. Based in the heart of Barcelona, our focus is on driving impact locally and in Europe through our Regenerative Futures agenda. We do this by extending RMIT’s international reach and strategically growing the University’s collaborative research and education partnerships in Europe.

We facilitate RMIT's collaboration in the development of innovative pan-European projects attracting global knowledge from Europe, Australia, and Asia to deliver local impact.

About the team.

You’ll be joining an ambitious international team of experienced professionals who are passionate about making a difference and delivering real impact. Benefits of working at RMIT Europe include hybrid working arrangements, flexible salary benefits (transport, health insurance, childcare, and restaurants) and free languages classes.

Here’s how to apply:

Please submit your CV and covering letter outlining your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below.

Position Description: Postdoctoral Fellow – Diameter Project

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Applications Close:
27 Jan 2026 11.59 pm

RMIT Europe is the European hub of RMIT University, one of Australia's largest tertiary institutions. Based in Barcelona, we're focused on expanding RMIT’s reputation as a global university of technology, design and enterprise.