Fully Funded PhD Position in Geotechnical Engineering and Computational Geomechanics

RMIT University, under the supervision of Dr. Mohammad Saberian (Lecturer, ARC DECRA Fellow, Academic Laboratory Coordinator), is offering a fully funded PhD position in Geotechnical Engineering with a focus on advanced numerical and computational geomechanics. The successful candidate will join a high-impact ARC-funded research program, contributing to cutting-edge computational developments in geotechnical engineering. The research will involve advanced soil mechanics, constitutive modelling, and computational analysis of complex geotechnical problems, utilizing numerical software such as ABAQUS, FLAC, or OPTUM, and programming languages like Python or MATLAB. Applicants should have a strong academic background, with high GPAs in both BSc and MSc degrees, and a solid foundation in advanced soil mechanics and quantitative methods. Experience in numerical modelling, computational mechanics, and prior research or peer-reviewed publications is highly desirable. The ideal candidate will be intellectually rigorous, research-driven, capable of independent critical thinking, and motivated to tackle complex scientific challenges. The position is fully funded through the ARC DECRA project, covering tuition and providing a stipend (amount not specified). To apply, candidates should email their CV and academic transcripts to Dr. Mohammad Saberian at [email protected]. Only highly qualified candidates with strong quantitative and academic backgrounds will be considered. This opportunity is ideal for those interested in advancing their expertise in geotechnical engineering, computational geomechanics, and related civil engineering fields within a leading Australian research institution.