First Stage Researcher (R1) (Up to the point of PhD)
Not funded by a EU programme
About
The MTU School of Building & Civil Engineering is pleased to offer a PhD scholarship for research in the area of digital construction, focusing on the role of leadership and cultural change in effecting digital transformation of the sector. The scholarship is set within the Build Digital Project, a five-year collaborative large-scale project aiming to transform the Irish construction and built environment sectors by enabling stakeholders to develop, maintain, and improve their capabilities through digital adoption to support Project Ireland 2040.
The project provides leadership and coordination, particularly for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs), suppliers, and clients, to improve efficiency, productivity, and international competitiveness sustainably. The project is funded through the Department of Public Enterprise & Reform (DPER) and includes partners across the Higher Education Sector in Ireland and CiTA (the Construction Industry Technology Alliance).
The PhD scholarship will primarily relate to the leadership and cultural change pillar (Pillar 1) of the project, driving the culture change required to realize digital transformation in support of innovative, effective, and sustainable evolution in mindset and practice within the construction industry sector.
An outline of the work which the successful candidate will undertake includes:
1. State of the art literature review – Keywords: Industry/sector leadership; Cultural change at sector/industry level; Digital Transformation; Digital construction capability/capacity within a national and international context.
2. Wide-ranging interaction with industry stakeholders (e.g., Contractors, Private Consultants, Built Environment/Construction Service Providers, Government Agencies, Digital Providers) nationally and internationally to inform the development of strategies and tools to support digital transformation.
3. Development of a strategy and/or digital tool to support digital transformation within the sector, informed by precedents set within other industry contexts, e.g., Finance (Fintech), manufacturing (automation).
4. Production of project reports as required.
This research position offers candidates an opportunity to work within a large Irish consortium and as part of a multidisciplinary research environment within MTU. The PhD candidate will have opportunities for international travel to major conferences and for project collaboration. The candidate will play a key role in planning and executing industry-based workshops aimed at understanding and responding to industry perspectives and will work closely with colleagues in MTU's Sustainable Infrastructure Research & Innovation Group within the School of Building & Civil Engineering.
What is funded
The successful candidate will receive a stipend of €18,500 per annum for a maximum of four years and an annual contribution of €6,000 towards tuition fees.
Duration
4 Years
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should hold a Bachelor degree (minimum final grade 2.1 or equivalent) or a Master Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Computer Science, Business, or a similar cognate discipline. The ideal candidate will have a background in leadership and cultural change within the context of digital transformation. Fluency in English and excellent written and oral presentation skills are required.
Application Process
Written applications, in English, should include:
* a concise C.V.
* a one-page letter of motivation describing why you are interested in this position
* an English language test certificate, if applicable
* contact details for three references.
Along with the application, please include a copy of relevant qualifications such as official university transcripts.
By 16.00CET /17.00GMT on 26th April 2022.
Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview in late April/early May 2022.
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