Hannah Hook

Aalto University School of Engineering, Department of Built Environment, is offering a fully funded PhD position in the Spatial Planning and Transportation (SPT) research group. The doctoral project will focus on travel behaviour, well-being, equity, and inclusive mobility, contributing to research on the relationships between mobility, accessibility, and lived experiences in urban environments. Research themes may include experiential and emotional dimensions of travel, equity and mobility justice, accessibility distribution, the role of time and autonomy in daily mobility, and innovative methods for capturing mobility experiences. The primary focus is on Finland, with potential for comparative international cases. Applicants should have a master’s degree in urban or regional planning, human geography, environmental policy, public administration, policy science, transport studies, or a related field. Strong English communication skills and the ability to work independently are essential. Prior experience in travel behaviour or urban planning is advantageous. The successful candidate will join a diverse, international team and receive extensive academic training and support, with opportunities to participate in conferences and collaborate on research proposals. The position is fully funded for four years, with a starting salary of approximately 2900 €/month (gross), increasing with progress. The initial contract is for two years, with extension possible after a midterm review. The PhD program includes advanced coursework, thesis research, and public defense. The doctoral researcher will be supervised by Assistant Professor Hannah Hook and will actively participate in the SPT research group at Aalto University, a leading institution in science, art, technology, and business, located in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland. To apply, candidates must submit a motivation letter, research proposal, CV, master’s dissertation summary, and degree certificate/transcript as a single PDF through Aalto’s recruitment system by 18 January 2026. Applications by email are not accepted. For more information, visit the official position page or contact the supervisor for content-related questions.