Phd Researcher on Responsive Information Exchanges for Infrastructures-in-transitions | Delft University of Technology

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PositionPhd Researcher on Responsive Information Exchanges for Infrastructures-in-transitions
OrganisationDelft University of Technology
CountryNetherlands
CityDelft
No of Vacancies01
Project NameThis project is funded by NWO (Principal Investigator: Dr. Daan Schraven), and is a collaboration between the Faculty of Architecture and the Built Environment (ABE), Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences (CITG), Faculty of Technology, Policy and Management (TBM) in TU Delft, as well the Erasmus Initiative on the Dynamics of Inclusive Prosperity at Erasmus University Rotterdam. This PhD position will be supervised by Dr. Daan Schraven (CITG), Dr. Martijn Leijten (TBM) and Prof. dr. Paul W Chan (ABE, Main Promotor).
Skills and Qualifications

• Familiarity with quantitative and qualitative research methods and a strong desire to develop advanced research methods that support engaged scholarship;
• Some background or interest in information theory and systems engineering is a plus;
• A substantive interest in working with stakeholders to drive behavioural change in the context of infrastructure planning for sustainability transitions;
• An excellent command of the English language and preferably also in the Dutch language;
• Excellent study results and academic skills, visible in the Bachelors and Masters course transcripts;
• Strong critical thinking and writing skills, visible in the writing sample;
• The ability to work independently, and as part of a team.

Experience• A Master’s degree in a relevant cognate discipline (e.g. organisational and management studies, public administration, decision sciences, communication sciences) with an evident interest in infrastructure planning and design;
SalaryAs per industry standards

Organisation Details

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 and aim to be as inclusive as possible (see our Code of Conduct). Together, we imagine, invent and create solutions using technology to have a positive impact on a global scale. Challenge. Change. Impact!

Job Description

• Conduct transdisciplinary research that contributes to the project deliverables and the writing of a PhD thesis;
• Engage effectively with key stakeholders on the project and support their work;
• Be an active member of the network of infra partners, including Alliander, Rijswaterstaat, Prorail and Vitens;
• Undertake relevant coursework and other training;
• Contribute to the writing of high-quality, high-impact publications;
• Participate in the general intellectual life of the Design and Construction Management Section in the Department of Management in the Built Environment, and the community of the Construction Management and Engineering programme.S

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