Optimizing Synchromodal Transport Networks for Zero-Emissions Construction

4 dagen geleden

Eindhoven, Noord-Brabant, Nederland TU Eindhoven Voltijd

We are seeking two PhD students to join our team at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) in the Operations, Planning, Accounting, and Control (OPAC) group. The research project SYNERCIZE aims to foster long-term sustainable modal shift toward zero-emission waterways by developing digital tools, optimizing and coordinating day-to-day operations, designing networks that adapt to changing demand, and creating business models to support this shift.

Job Description

The first PhD student will focus on designing flexible transport networks, which includes research on network design under multiple objectives such as cost and emissions, planning the development of synchromodal networks over time, and policy-making to ensure sufficient uptake. The second PhD student will work on operating flexible transport networks, including algorithms for routing and scheduling trucks and barges, integrated charging and operation of electric push barges, and decentralized decision-making algorithms and incentive/pricing schemes for multiple decision-makers in the construction logistics chain.

About the Role
  • Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Econometrics, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related field
  • Prior experience with operations research methods such as optimization, machine learning, etc.
  • Strong analytical and mathematical skills
  • Programming experience in object-oriented languages such as C++ or Java
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
What We Offer

A meaningful job in a dynamic and ambitious university, in an interdisciplinary setting and within an international network. You will work on a beautiful, green campus within walking distance of the central train station. Our benefits include:

  • Full-time employment for four years, with an intermediate evaluation after nine months
  • Salary and benefits in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, scale P (min €2,872 max €3,670)
  • A year-end bonus of 8.3% and annual vacation pay of 8%
  • High-quality training programs and other support to grow into a self-aware, autonomous scientific researcher
  • An excellent technical infrastructure, on-campus children's day care and sports facilities
  • An allowance for commuting, working from home and internet costs
How to Apply

Please submit your application, including a short letter of motivation, a curriculum vitae, an example of scholarly writing, and a precise research idea detailing the tackled problem and the suggested methodology and approach. We look forward to receiving your application and will screen it as soon as possible. We will start interviewing after approximately four weeks.

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