Fully Funded PhD Opportunity in Construction Automation & Smart Safety-Arizona State University

Looking for a PhD position in an interdisciplinary and future-focused research area?
Here is an exciting opportunity at Arizona State University!
Professor Shiva Pooladvand is recruiting fully-funded PhD students for Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 in the School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment.

Research Areas:
• Construction Automation
• Smart Construction Safety
• Virtual Reality (VR)
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Robotics & Sensing Technologies
• Human Behavioral Analysis

Preferred Background:
Civil Engineering
Construction Engineering/Management
Industrial Engineering

Related disciplines Required Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Coding skills (Python, C#, C++, MATLAB)
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic mindset Application Requirements:
Send your:
• CV (including academic background & English test scores)
• One-page research statement to: [email protected]

If you are passionate about smart technologies, automation, and the future of construction engineering, this could be a great opportunity to pursue your PhD in the USA.