Christine Kirchhoff

Funded PhD opportunity at Pennsylvania State University in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. The project focuses on water governance, infrastructure resilience, risk, climate adaptation, science-policy interfaces, and AI for social good . The research is described as mixed methods, combining qualitative, quantitative, and computational approaches , with a strong emphasis on policy relevance and real-world impact. Supervisor: Christine Kirchhoff ( [email protected] ). Ideal candidate profile: applicants with experience in mixed methods research, two or more strong publications, and a clear interest in policy-relevant research. Experience using LLMs or AI tools for text extraction and structuring is a plus. Funding: the post states that this is a funded PhD position. No stipend amount, tuition details, or other financial terms are specified. Start date: Fall 2026 or Spring 2027, with the post encouraging students to apply as soon as possible. How to apply: contact the supervisor directly to discuss research fit and application details. This opportunity is especially relevant for students interested in civil engineering, environmental science, computer science, and policy-oriented research at the intersection of infrastructure, water systems, and AI.