Fully Funded PhD scholarship in Civil Engineering

Essential qualifications/skills knowledge: • Candidates must have an honours Level 8 degree in science or engineering or a related discipline. • Good communication and writing skills. • Good time management skills. • Aptitude for multidisciplinary research approaches. • Background in engineering (Civil Structural/Mechanical). • Fluent in English. UCD Minimum English Language Requirements (http://www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/elr.html) Desirable qualifications/skills knowledge: • Masters in Civil/Structural/Mechanical/Engineering or Computer Science with a strong research component or an exceptional undergraduate demonstrating research evidence • A strong foundation in numerical and statistical methods for both anomaly detection and system identification for inverse problems • Proficiency in programming languages (e.g. Matlab, Python, etc.) • Knowledge of machine learning and data analysis methods, especially with deep learning models and various transfer learning techniques • Background in structural dynamics and vibrations including experimental aspects and fieldwork. • Academic writing skills. Behavioural competencies: • Ability to work as part of a team, including collaboration with other disciplines but also independently. • Strives for high quality of work and demonstrates commitment to the project. • Ability to communicate effectively to enable knowledge and technology transfer Funding: The scholarship will be awarded for maximum period of 4 years and funding will cover the following elements: • A stipend of €25,000 per annum • Travel/ Consumables/Materials budget • EU Tuition fees for 4 years (non-EU fees in exceptional circumstances)