Enrico Masoero

A fully funded PhD position is available at the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Politecnico di Milano, focusing on concrete for thermal energy storage. The research combines experimental work and multi-scale modelling to advance the understanding and application of concrete materials in energy storage systems. The project is generously funded by ENI, providing financial support for the successful candidate. The position is supervised by Associate Professor Enrico Masoero, whose expertise lies in civil engineering and materials science. The research will be conducted in a dynamic academic environment, offering opportunities to collaborate with leading experts and access state-of-the-art facilities. Applicants should hold a degree in civil engineering, materials science, or a closely related discipline. Experience or interest in experimental research and modelling is desirable. The application process is competitive, and candidates are encouraged to review the project details and guidelines provided in the links. The deadline for applications is December 18th, 2025. This opportunity is ideal for students passionate about sustainable engineering, energy storage technologies, and innovative materials. The successful candidate will contribute to cutting-edge research with real-world impact, supported by generous funding and expert supervision at Politecnico di Milano.

Politecnico di Milano is advertising a 2-year postdoctoral position in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering , in collaboration with Liberato Ferrara , Alessandra Bonfanti , and Giovanni Di Luzio . The research topic is microstructural and micromechanical modelling and simulation of concrete for high-temperature thermal energy storage . This is a strong fit for candidates with backgrounds in civil engineering , materials science , mechanical engineering , and related computational or experimental work on cementitious materials, concrete mechanics, and energy-storage applications. The post is announced by Enrico Masoero , Associate Professor at Politecnico di Milano. The official call is published by the university under the research contract procedure for the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Deadline: 27 July 2026 at 12:00 Italian time. Interviews are expected toward the end of September, and the starting date is as soon as possible after the interview, certainly before the end of the year. How to apply: Use the official Politecnico di Milano call page and follow the administrative instructions in the linked notice. The LinkedIn short link in the post points to the application details and the university page contains the formal call.