Fully Funded PhD Opportunities in Structural and Solid Mechanics at University of Genova University of Genova in Italy

University of Genova is inviting applications for fully funded PhD opportunities in Structural and Solid Mechanics within the PhD Program in Civil, Chemical and Environmental Engineering, specifically the Curriculum in Structural and Geotechnical Engineering, Mechanics and Materials.

The call offers three fully funded PhD scholarships starting November 2026, with the possibility of additional funded positions for highly qualified candidates.

Research interests mentioned in the post include computational/analytical mechanics, asymptotic matching, machine learning frameworks for fracture problems, analytical and numerical modelling of composites, sandwich materials and structures for naval, aeronautical and civil engineering applications, and fracture and delamination mechanics.

Applicants are expected to submit a research project, and the project should be approved by a professor of the PhD faculty to improve the chances of success.

This opportunity is suitable for candidates with backgrounds in mechanical engineering, materials science, civil engineering, and related computational/mechanics fields.

Interested candidates are encouraged to contact Roberta Massabo for the advertised project or for other related topics.