PhD Position on Modelling Human Behavior: The TU Delft is offering a PhD position aimed at simulating human behavior in response to urban heat and air quality challenges. This research will contribute to the UrbanAIR project which focuses on creating digital twins to support municipalities in urban design.
PhD Position on Modelling Human Behavior in Response to Urban Heat and Air Quality
Designation
PhD Candidate
Research Area
Urban Studies, Environmental Science, Computational Social Science
Location
Delft University of Technology, Delft, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Background | Master’s degree in Environmental Studies, Spatial or Environmental Economics, Complex Systems Science |
| Technical Skills | Experience with agent-based modeling or programming languages (Python, Java, C++, Julia) is advantageous |
| Data Analysis | Capacity for statistical data analysis is beneficial |
| Domain Knowledge | Understanding of coupled social-environmental systems and climate change adaptation is an advantage |
| Language Proficiency | Excellent written and spoken command of English |
Description
Today’s cities are facing significant challenges due to climate change and environmental degradation. The PhD project will investigate the socio-economic impacts of atmospheric climate change through empirical methods, such as household surveys, and explore how human behavior evolves under climate-related stresses, particularly urban heat. This study will deliver behavioral models for the cities of Barcelona and Antwerp and will involve the connection of behavioral insights to digital twins developed in the UrbanAIR project.
The doctoral position offers a four-year employment period, subject to a progress assessment after the initial 1.5 years, with potentially increasing salary from €2,872 to €3,670 over the contract duration.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must apply online by uploading the following documents:
- CV
- Motivation letter
- Master’s degree transcript with grades
- Names of two potential referees
For more details about the application procedure, contact the HR Advisor at recruitment-tbm@tudelft.nl.
Last Date to Apply
December 1, 2024
