We are looking to recruit a PhD student to work on ‘An investigation of influence of construction methods on dynamic response of long-span residential timber floors’ within the School of Engineering and the Built Environment.

Academic qualifications:  A first degree (at least a 2.1) ideally in Civil Engineering with a good fundamental knowledge of timber structures.

Essential attributes:

· Experience of fundamental in conducting laboratory tests

· Competent in Structural analysis, structural dynamics and structural mechanics

· Knowledge of timber as an engineering material, test standards

· Good written and oral communication skills

. Strong motivation, with evidence of independent research skills relevant to the project

· Good time management

Desirable attributes:

. Knowledge of timber floor construction, design and structural behaviour

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