PhD in Civil Engineering

The Faculty of Engineering and Science, Department of Built Environment, Aalborg University, Denmark, a PhD stipend is available within the doctoral programme Civil Engineering in Structural Reliability of Sustainable Materials. The stipend is open for appointment from March 1st or soon hereafter. The duration of the position is three years./nThe PhD position is part of the efforts in the CEBE project towards the development and implementation of low-carbon robust construction materials. Specifically, the PhD candidate will contribute to establishment of a reliability framework for the introduction of sustainable materials through the development of a consistent and applicable framework for the calibration of safety factors considering uncertainties related to material parameters, models, and statistical uncertainty. Safety formats will be assessed using risk-based approaches considering emissions, human safety, and economy considering also advanced design methods. Main activities include uncertainty quantification and modelling, component reliability assessment and calibration of partial factors. The use of novel AI approaches will be explored to assist. The position will also include limited teaching, primarily on the Bachelor Program within Civil Engineering./nA background in structural engineering is essential, and candidates must have expertise in structural analysis and design. The candidate must have experience in probabilistic modelling and structural reliability methods, as well as non-linear finite element modelling. Mastering of programming languages such as MATLAB or Python is necessary as well as excellent communication skills in English. Candidates with sufficient proficiency in Danish to teach at the Bachelor programme are preferred. Practical experience as a structural engineer is an advantage./nPhD stipends are allocated to individuals who hold a Master's degree. PhD stipends are normally for a period of 3 years. It is a prerequisite for allocation of the stipend that the candidate will be enrolled as a PhD student at the Doctoral School of Engineering and Science in accordance with the regulations of Ministerial Order No. 1124 of September 19, 2025 on the PhD Programme at the Universities and Certain Higher Artistic Educational Institutions. According to the Ministerial Order, the progress of the PhD student shall be assessed at regular points in time.