This PhD position in ‘Design of future mobility systems’ is part of the NWO-awarded research project SUMMALab: Smart Urban Mobility MetA Lab. SUMMALab connects and supports experiments on new mobility concepts such as Mobility as a Service, automated driving, car/bike sharing and ride sharing, and related experiments with parking and pick-up and drop off locations that aim to improve the accessibility and liveability of large and mid-sized cities. SUMMALab develops methods to support experiments with ‘short and long term business models’, ‘technical feasibility’, ‘mobility and environmental impacts and inclusiveness’ and ‘scalability’ and develops transport models that provide insight into the impacts of innovative solutions when applied in combination, at higher penetration rates and for larger areas.

You will focus on developing a transport model supporting the design of future mobility and transport systems that fully takes into account the learning experiences from experiments and pilots both in terms of (expected) effects and scalability. In order to support planning and design processes, the challenge is to develop a model that includes the new mobility concepts, reflects a sufficient level of detail, yet can run in seconds/minutes during interactive design sessions. You will collaborate with researchers from the TU Delft, the University of Maastricht, applied research institute TNO and The Hague University of Applied Sciences. Besides that, you will interact in design sessions with the main stakeholders from cities and provinces.

We are looking for highly talented and driven candidates. You have:

• a relevant MSc degree in transportation, mathematics, econometrics or a related applied science field.
• an analytical approach to problem solving and eagerness to learn new things.
• a proven background and interest in further developing your modelling and/or programming skills.
• excellent spoken and written proficiency in English is a requirement. Proficiency in Dutch is desirable.
• ability to contribute to a stimulating research environment.
• excellent communication skills and ability to cooperate with both scientists and transport professionals.

Fixed-term contract: temporary.

TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, a discount for health insurance and sport memberships, and a monthly work costs contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged. An International Children’s Centre offers childcare and an international primary school. Dual Career Services offers support to accompanying partners. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.

The minimum salary is your salary in your first year. The salary mentioned as the maximum will be your salary in your fourth year.

As a PhD candidate you will be enrolled in the TU Delft Graduate School. TU Delft Graduate School provides an inspiring research environment; an excellent team of supervisors, academic staff and a mentor; and a Doctoral Education Programme aimed at developing your transferable, discipline-related and research skills. Please visit www.tudelft.nl/phd for more information.

Technische Universiteit Delft

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is a multifaceted institution offering education and carrying out research in the technical sciences at an internationally recognised level. Education, research and design are strongly oriented towards applicability. TU Delft develops technologies for future generations, focusing on sustainability, safety and economic vitality. At TU Delft you will work in an environment where technical sciences and society converge. TU Delft comprises eight faculties, unique laboratories, research institutes and schools.

Faculty Civil Engineering and Geosciences

The Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences (CEG) is committed to outstanding international research and education in the field of civil engineering, applied earth sciences, traffic and transport, water technology and delta technology. The research covers global social issues and is closely connected to education as well as the work of a wide range of knowledge institutions. CEG is convinced that Open Science helps to realise these goals and supports its scientists in integrating Open Science in their research practice. The Faculty of CEG comprises 28 research groups in the following seven departments: Materials Mechanics Management & Design, Engineering Structures, Geoscience and Engineering, Geoscience and Remote Sensing, Transport & Planning, Hydraulic Engineering and Water Management.

https://www.tudelft.nl/en/ceg/