PhD Positions for ERC Project MAGICON: TU Delft is offering 4 PhD positions as part of the ERC-funded MAGICON project, focusing on materials genome engineering to innovate sustainable concrete. The selected candidates will work on various aspects related to concrete properties, experimental techniques, and computational modeling.
Designation
PhD Researcher (4 Positions)
| Position | Research Focus | Preferred Background |
|---|---|---|
| PhD 1 | Experimental mechanical testing and small-scale manufacturing tools | Mechanical or Civil Engineering |
| PhD 2 | Transport mechanisms and CT-scanning evaluation | Materials Science, Civil Engineering, or Physics |
| PhD 3 | Computational modeling of construction materials | Civil Engineering |
| PhD 4 | Machine Learning tools development for concrete design | Engineering with ML affinity |
Research Area
Materials Science, Civil Engineering, Construction Technology
Location
Delft University of Technology, Delft, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification
- Master’s degree in relevant fields as per each PhD position.
- Strong background in research related to civil engineering, materials science, or a related discipline.
Description
The MAGICON project aims to redesign concrete through innovative research in five key areas:
- Small-scale Sample Production: Develop methods to create samples that accurately represent composite materials.
- Testing Techniques: Innovate new ways to measure mechanical and transport properties of concrete.
- ITZ Properties Improvements: Enhance the interfacial transition zone (ITZ) among composite elements.
- Microscale Testing and Upscaling: Utilize deterministic models for predicting and enhancing concrete behavior.
- Machine Learning Integration: Create datasets and machine learning models to validate new concrete behaviors and improve design.
Candidates will be supervised by a team of experienced researchers, including Professor Erik Schlangen.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- CV
- Motivational letter
- One-page document detailing your research approach for the preferred PhD position
Applications must be submitted through the official portal by 3 August 2025.
Last Date for Apply
3 August 2025
For more information on the project and application process, visit www.erc-magicon.eu or contact Erik Schlangen at erik.schlangen@tudelft.nl.
