Summary
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is offering a PhD position within the FlooDT project (Digital Twin for flood-resilient infrastructure management). This ambitious project aims to develop a methodological framework that leverages Digital Twins (DTs) to improve the management of flood-prone critical infrastructure, such as dikes and bridges, by integrating climate prediction with structural protection.
Key Details
| Institution | Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) |
| Position | PhD Candidate |
| Project | FlooDT (Digital Twin for flood-resilient infrastructure management) |
| Duration | 4 Years (Initial 1.5-year contract followed by 2.5 years) |
| Salary | €3,204 – €4,051 gross per month |
| Deadline | 18 November 2026 |
| Start Date | March/April 2027 |
Designation
PhD Candidate
Research Area
The research focuses on Digital Twins, Flood Risk Management, Hydraulic Engineering, Machine Learning, and Hydro-informatics. The candidate will develop functional modules for risk analysis and hybrid physics-based/machine learning modelling.
Location
Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences, Delft University of Technology, Delft, Netherlands.
Eligibility/Qualification
The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications:
- A Master’s (MSc) degree in Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Hydro-informatics, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience in numerical modelling, hydrodynamic simulation, and data management.
- Scientific or practical knowledge of machine learning.
- Excellent programming skills in languages such as Python, SQL, Java, or PyTorch.
- Strong scientific writing skills and the ability to engage with international stakeholders.
- Excellent command of the English language (oral and written).
- A proactive, creative, and problem-solving approach to research.
Scholarship Description
This PhD position offers a comprehensive benefits package in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities:
- A monthly gross salary starting at €3,204 in the first year, rising to €4,051 in the fourth year.
- An 8% holiday allowance and an 8.3% end-of-year bonus.
- Enrollment in the TU Delft Graduate School, providing training in transferable and research skills.
- Support for relocation through the “Coming to Delft Service,” including a Dual Career Programme for partners.
- Access to a collaborative international network involving ETH Zurich, Deltares, and Rijkswaterstaat.
How to Apply
Interested applicants must apply through the TU Delft official careers portal. You are required to upload the following documents:
- A detailed CV (maximum 4 pages).
- A Cover Letter (maximum 1 page) explaining your motivation and how your qualifications align with the project.
- Contact details for at least two professional references (required if selected for an interview).
Note: Applications sent via email or post will not be processed.
Last Date for Apply
The application deadline is 18 November 2026.
