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Climate resilience and adaptation research Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) in Netherlands

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PhD

Field of study

Data Science

Funding

This is a fully funded 4-year PhD position with a salary range from €3,059 to €3,881 gross per month, in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities. The position includes enrollment in the TU Delft Graduate School, a customisable compensation package, discounts on health insurance, monthly work costs contribution, and flexible work schedules. Relocation support and a Dual Career Programme for partners are available.

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Netherlands

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Delft University of Technology

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Keywords

Data Science
Environmental Science
Geography
Network Analysis
Civil Engineering
Spatial Analysis
Disaster Management
Infrastructure Management
Adaptation
Dutch Language
Participatory Planning
Technical Engineering
Climate Resilience
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About this position

?? PhD Opportunity at TU Delft – Climate Resilience of Interdependent Infrastructure Systems ????

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is offering a 4-year fully funded PhD position within the Faculty of Technology, Policy & Management. The research will focus on developing participatory models to strengthen the climate resilience of critical and interdependent infrastructure systems in the Netherlands.

?? About the project:

Part of the Transformative Adaptation Strategies for Interdependent Critical Infrastructure (TASICI) project.

Collaborations with leading partners such as Schiphol, Rijkswaterstaat, Port of Rotterdam, ProRail, and Vervoersregio Amsterdam.

Case studies include the Greater Amsterdam Metropolitan Area and the Rhine-Alpine Rail Corridor.

Interdisciplinary approach integrating climate hazard data, infrastructure network models, and participatory methods with infrastructure operators.


?? Requirements:

MSc in Engineering, Sustainability, Disaster Risk, Data Science, or related fields.

Experience with geospatial modelling, large datasets, and programming (Python preferred).

Motivation to contribute to climate resilience and adaptation research.


?? Salary range: €3,059 – €3,881 (gross/month)
?? Deadline to apply: 7 September 2025

?? More details & application link: https://lnkd.in/gJZDxUjg

If you are passionate about climate adaptation, infrastructure resilience, and applied research with societal impact, this could be a fantastic opportunity!

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Funding details

This is a fully funded 4-year PhD position with a salary range from €3,059 to €3,881 gross per month, in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities. The position includes enrollment in the TU Delft Graduate School, a customisable compensation package, discounts on health insurance, monthly work costs contribution, and flexible work schedules. Relocation support and a Dual Career Programme for partners are available.

What's required

Applicants must have a Master’s degree (or be close to completion) in Engineering, Sustainability, Disaster Risk, Economics, Statistics/Mathematics, Data Science, or a related field. Essential requirements include experience with large datasets, analytical/quantitative models, and geospatial programming (preferably Python), strong motivation for climate change research, and interest in multidisciplinary and collaborative work with infrastructure operators. Desirable qualifications include excellent study results, professional communication skills in Dutch, and knowledge of integrating technical concepts within quantitative spatial modelling frameworks. English proficiency is required for participation in doctoral education and scientific writing.

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