PhD Position in Bridging Adaptive Planning and Human-Centred Design
Explore how adaptive planning and human-centred design make climate change adaptation equitable and inclusive.
Best for:Best for interdisciplinary researchers with a background in architecture, urban planning, or design interested in climate change adaptation and human-centred approaches.
Overview
The Department of Architecture and Planning at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) invites applications for a fully funded 4-year PhD position in collaboration with the Department of Design. The successful candidate will investigate methods to bridge adaptive planning and human-centred design to support equitable climate change adaptation. Working within the CREST-GLOBAL research team, the researcher will engage in interdisciplinary urban transitions and decision-making studies under uncertainty. Applicants are expected to complete doctoral-level training and contribute actively to academic dissemination within the research environment.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent doctoral research focusing on adaptive planning and human-centred design for climate vulnerability
- Collaborate across the Department of Architecture and Planning and the Department of Design within the CREST-GLOBAL team
- Publish research findings in peer-reviewed academic journals and present outcomes at international conferences
- Participate in departmental activities, researcher training, and scientific dissemination
- Contribute to interdisciplinary workshops and stakeholder engagements related to equitable urban transitions
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Design, or a related relevant field
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; strong professional proficiency in written and spoken English
Instruction: English
- Demonstrated academic background in architecture, planning, or human-centred design
- Strong interest in interdisciplinary research methodologies
- Ability to conduct independent qualitative or mixed-methods research
- Strong written and oral communication skills in English
- Must meet academic admission requirements for the NTNU doctoral programme
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-16
Submit your application online through the official Jobbnorge portal by the specified deadline. Ensure all requested academic documents and project proposals are attached according to the vacancy guidelines.
- CV
- Cover letter
- BSc + MSc transcripts
- Project proposal
- 3 reference letters
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