FEIT Research Project Database

PhD scholarship in sustainable, low-carbon concrete


Project Leader: Ngoc Tuan Nguyen
Staff: Tuan Ngo
Primary Contact: Tuan Nguyen (tuan.nguyen@unimelb.edu.au)
Keywords: civil engineering; civil infrastructure
Disciplines: Infrastructure Engineering
Domains:

PhD scholarship in sustainable, low-carbon concrete

Appointment Type: Full time

Department: Department of Infrastructure Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Melbourne

About the university

The University of Melbourne is a comprehensive, research-intensive university and scores consistently well in national and international rankings (ranked 1st in Australia and 33rd in the world, Times Higher Education Ranking 2022). The Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology is the oldest engineering faculty in Australia. The faculty conducts leading interdisciplinary research and is home to a range of key research centres, institutes, groups and laboratories.

About the scholarship

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to join our research team in the field of sustainable, low-carbon concrete. The PhD position is funded through the Building 4.0 CRC (https://building4pointzero.org/round-3-scholarship-call-now-open/). The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and conducting cutting-edge research in the area of sustainable, low-carbon concrete materials, with a focus on developing new technologies and techniques that can reduce the environmental footprint of concrete production and usage.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conducting independent research on sustainable, low-carbon concrete materials and technologies
  • Developing new methods and techniques for reducing the environmental impact of concrete production and usage
  • Collaborating with other researchers and industry partners to advance the state of the art in sustainable, low-carbon concrete
  • Presenting research results at conferences and in peer-reviewed publications

Qualifications:

  • A master's degree in civil engineering, construction materials, materials science, or a related field
  • Strong background in concrete technology and sustainable materials
  • Experience in conducting research and publishing in peer-reviewed journals
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

The position is full-time and includes a full tuition fee scholarship and stipend, and opportunities for professional development. The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled.

About us

The successful candidate will be working in the Advanced Protective Technologies of Engineering Structures (APTES) Research Group, which has been recognised as one of the leading centres in advanced materials & structural systems, and physical infrastructure protection in Australia and the Asia Pacific region.

To apply for the position, please contact Prof Tuan Ngo (https://findanexpert.unimelb.edu.au/profile/6717-tuan-ngo) or Dr Tuan Nguyen (https://findanexpert.unimelb.edu.au/profile/792838-tuan-nguyen) with the followings:

  • Statement addressing your suitability for the project/scholarship
  • Evidence of your qualifications
  • A curriculum vitae (CV) including a list of publications
  • Research proposal (Optional but highly recommended)