PhD Researcher: Green & Digital Twin in Construction

LUT University; Lahti; Hybrid; EUR 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

LUT University seeks three doctoral researchers to join LUT Civil Engineering in Lahti, Finland, focusing on green and digital twin transitions and business model innovation in real estate and construction. You will contribute to transdisciplinary research and pursue a doctoral degree within the LUT Doctoral School.

The role includes teaching, research administration, and travel to conferences; a one-year term with potential extension is offered, starting November 2026, with hybrid work at Lahti

Qualifications

• Master’s degree related to construction economics/management or a related field.
• Strong academic writing skills and motivation to publish during doctoral studies.
• Excellent written and spoken English; Finnish language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Publish peer‑reviewed articles and complete doctoral studies.
• Analyse and document research results and disseminate findings at conferences.
• Teach and assist in teaching at bachelor’s and master’s levels.

Skills

Life cycle assessment

Academic writing

English proficiency

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Independent work

Education

Master’s degree in construction economics and management or related field

Job description

LUT University seeks three doctoral researchers to join LUT Civil Engineering in Lahti, Finland, focusing on green and digital twin transitions and business model innovation in real estate and construction. You will contribute to transdisciplinary research and pursue a doctoral degree within the LUT Doctoral School.

The role includes teaching, research administration, and travel to conferences; a one-year term with potential extension is offered, starting November 2026, with hybrid work at Lahti