Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UK
Full time starting salary is normally in the range £56,021 to £64,914 with potential progression once in post to £84,644
Grade: 9
Three positions available
Job Summary
Intelligent Construction Engineering is a core research area within the Department of Civil Engineering. It extends to the broader School of Engineering and College of Engineering and Physical Science at the University of Birmingham. Several strategic and interdisciplinary research initiatives are active, with recent investments, such as the National Buried Infrastructure Facility (NBIF), bolstering this domain. Moreover, infrastructure is pivotal in achieving national and global sustainability and net-zero targets. We’re eager to welcome ambitious, innovative individuals. We will consider outstanding candidates from fields that align closely with these areas to help us create the future in one or several of the following areas:
- Smart Infrastructure, encompassing intelligent construction monitoring and asset management.
- Real-time surveillance and assessment of infrastructure alongside construction projects.
- Cutting-edge, low-carbon construction materials and techniques that champion sustainable building.
- Infrastructure Sensing: pioneering and implementing novel sensor technologies for construction project evaluation.
- Construction automation and IT advancements are pertinent to infrastructure modelling and construction methods.
- Emphasis on performance-driven infrastructure design and upkeep.
- Conception and execution of innovative lab experiments, especially those on a grand scale, tailored for infrastructure modelling.
- Creation and utilisation of both in-built and supplementary sensors to enhance infrastructure condition evaluations.
- Digital twin technology, advanced numerical infrastructure modelling, and comprehensive system models across varying scales.
- Bio-diverse and eco-friendly design and construction, pivotal in a Net Zero context.
- Modular and off-site building approaches, integrating additive manufacturing, robotics, and construction automation.
Person Specification
- Typically, a higher degree in Civil Engineering or an allied subject (usually PhD or one near to completion) or equivalent qualifications – We encourage applications from candidates with diverse educational backgrounds.
- Industrial experience, either through working in or with industry would be desirable.
Demonstrated excellence in at least one Research, with competence in Learning and Teaching
Candidates will have a solid structural, geotechnical or construction engineering background, including a PhD (or one near to completion). Experience in working or engaging with industry stakeholders would be desirable. A demonstrable track record in working within multi-disciplinary research teams and contributing towards grant pursuit is also desirable.
Informal enquiries to Dr Asaad Faramarzi, a.*********@bh**.uk or Professor Karl Dearn, k.*******@bh**.uk
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Valuing excellence, sustaining investment
We value diversity and inclusion at the University of Birmingham and welcome applications from all sections of the community and are open to discussions around all forms of flexible working.
