Ailar Hajimohammadi

Funded PhD opportunity at the University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) in civil engineering , materials science , and environmental science , focused on innovative asphalt technologies for sustainable and resilient road infrastructure. The project is part of an Australian Research Council (ARC) Linkage Project in collaboration with Transport for NSW and RMIT University . The research is centered on bitumen and asphalt materials , with an emphasis on experimental research, testing, and characterisation relevant to real-world transport infrastructure. Ideal applicants should have a strong academic background, prior laboratory and/or industry experience in asphalt and bitumen testing, excellent academic performance, and strong written and verbal communication skills. Prior publications in bitumen and asphalt technologies are highly desirable. International applicants must meet UNSW English language requirements for Higher Degree Research programs. This is a funded PhD opening; the post does not specify stipend, tuition coverage, or other financial details. Applications must be submitted through the online form only, and enquiries by email or message are not accepted. Deadline: 30 June 2026.