PhD in Adaptive Labour Market Futures for the Built Environment Energy and Digital Transition Eindhoven University of Technology in Netherlands

This PhD position at Eindhoven University of Technology focuses on adaptive labour market futures for the built environment, specifically addressing the digital and energy transitions. As part of the NWO-funded FUTURED project, you will contribute to scenario development and future-making strategies that enhance workforce resilience and skills towards 2050. The research is interdisciplinary, combining foresight, labour economics, computational analysis, and interactive design, and aims to support urban resilience through innovative methodologies.

Your work will involve designing and implementing scenario planning, conducting both quantitative and qualitative labour market analyses, engaging stakeholders in co-creation workshops, and developing conceptual and analytical models for labour market adaptivity. A key aspect of the project is the creation of a scenario-based serious game to facilitate future-oriented dialogue and strategic workforce planning. You will collaborate with the Organisation in Digital Transition (ODT) research group at Utrecht University of Applied Sciences and contribute to the Urban Informatics research theme within the Information Systems in the Built Environment (ISBE) chair.

Applicants should have a Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Innovation Sciences, Labour Economics, Public Policy, Built Environment, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or Data Science. Experience with scenario analysis, foresight methods, qualitative and quantitative data analysis, and computational tools (NLP, Python/R) is highly desirable. Interest in serious games, participatory research, and teaching is an advantage. Fluency in both English (C1 level) and Dutch is required due to collaboration with Dutch-speaking stakeholders.

The position offers full-time employment for four years, with an intermediate assessment after nine months. Salary is in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, scale P (€3,059–€3,881/month), plus a year-end bonus (8.3%), annual vacation pay (8%), pension scheme, paid pregnancy and maternity leave, partially paid parental leave, and allowances for commuting, home working, and internet costs. Additional benefits include unlimited access to the TU/e Student Sports Center, technical infrastructure, on-campus childcare, and support for international candidates through the Staff Immigration Team and tax compensation scheme (30% facility).

Located in Brainport Eindhoven, a world-leading tech region, TU/e offers a vibrant academic community and a collaborative environment with high-tech industries. The Department of Built Environment emphasizes sustainability, integrating technology, engineering, design, and human behavior to address societal challenges. The university provides high-quality training programs and encourages researchers to take charge of their learning process.

To apply, submit your application online via the provided link, including a cover letter, CV with publications, and contact information for three references. Only complete applications will be considered. The vacancy remains open until filled, with a deadline of April 22, 2026. For further information, contact Dr. Qi Han or Dr. Dujuan Yang. Please note that applications sent by email or post will not be processed, and a pre-employment screening may be part of the selection procedure.