The Department of Civil, Environmental, and Geo-Engineering (CEGE) at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities invites applications for 2-3 fully funded PhD positions in Structural Engineering under the supervision of Dr. Pedram Mortazavi. The anticipated start dates are Fall 2025 or Spring 2025. These positions offer the opportunity to contribute to innovative research addressing the challenges of modern structural engineering.
Research Areas:
The PhD candidates will work in one or more of the following areas:
- Steel Structures.
- Large-Scale Structural Testing.
- Structural Response under Extreme Loads (e.g., Earthquakes).
- Mass-Timber Structures.
- Advanced Simulation Methods.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A B.Sc. degree in Civil Engineering (mandatory) and an M.Sc. degree in Structural Engineering (preferred).
- A proven ability to work independently with a strong track record of academic or research achievements.
- Hands-on experience in large-scale testing and/or working knowledge of simulation programs (e.g., OpenSees, Abaqus).
- Proficiency in programming tools such as MATLAB, Python, C++, or LabVIEW.
- Strong background in mathematics and physical sciences.
Funding and Benefits:
Successful candidates will receive full funding through Research Assistantships (RA) and Teaching Assistantships (TA), which include:
- A competitive stipend.
- Full tuition coverage.
- Health insurance.
Application Process:
To apply, send the following documents to Dr. Pedram Mortazavi at pmortaza@umn.edu:
- A CV.
- A research statement.
- An academic transcript.
Please use “Prospective PhD Student [Your Name]” as the subject line of your email.
About the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities:
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) is one of the largest public research universities in the U.S., renowned for its commitment to cutting-edge research and innovation. The CEGE Department features world-class structural testing facilities, including:
- The Galambos Structural Engineering Laboratory.
- The Multi-Axial Subassemblage Testing (MAST) Laboratory, which is globally unique in its capabilities for large-scale testing of structural subassemblies.
The university’s interdisciplinary environment provides exceptional research opportunities at the intersection of engineering, mathematics, and physical sciences.
About Dr. Pedram Mortazavi:
Dr. Pedram Mortazavi, an Assistant Professor in CEGE, focuses on developing resilient structural systems validated through large-scale testing and advanced simulation methods. Dr. Mortazavi completed his Ph.D. at the University of Toronto.
More information about Dr. Mortazavi can be found here.
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