Paul Shepherd

PhD opportunity at the University of Bath in the UK on People-Led Digital Twins for Preventive Conservation of Built Heritage Assets . This project sits at the intersection of structural engineering , built heritage conservation , digital twins , and human-centred digital innovation . The research aims to explore how digital technologies can better understand, manage, and conserve heritage assets, with a focus on approaches that bridge the gap between technical tools and the real-world needs of conservation practice. The post is shared by Alejandro Jiménez Rios , Lecturer in Structural Engineering and Cluster Co-Leader for History, Conservation, and Management, together with Prof Paul Shepherd . The opportunity is open to eligible candidates worldwide. Ideal applicants should be motivated by interdisciplinary research and have an interest in built heritage, structural engineering, digital technologies, and preventive conservation. The post does not list detailed funding, stipend, or language-test requirements in the text provided. Deadline: 29 November 2026. How to apply: Use the project link to view full details and application instructions, then submit your application through the linked page before the deadline.