PhD Fellowship in Underground Spatial Analysis and Public Safety

This PhD position at the University of Stavanger focuses on mapping and analyzing underground infrastructure in Stavanger, Trondheim, and Tromsø using geographic information science. The successful candidate will contribute to the Research Centre for Innovative and Sustainable Underground Use (CISU), addressing critical societal challenges like urban densification and climate resilience. The role involves collaborative research with cities, industry, and academia, leveraging GIS, digital twins, and spatial modeling to assess underground infrastructure’s role in sustainable urban development. The fellowship offers mentorship, international research opportunities, and participation in a multidisciplinary PhD forum. Applicants will explore research questions on infrastructure visibility, transformation potential, sustainability, and spatial planning integration.

• Conduct GIS-based mapping and analysis of underground infrastructure in Stavanger, Trondheim, and Tromsø, using tools like digital twins, photogrammetry, and spatial modeling.
• Develop and integrate existing data (e.g., GIS maps, geological data, infrastructure records) to assess underground planning opportunities and challenges.
• Collaborate with city partners and CISU stakeholders to co-create research directions aligned with urban development goals.
• Participate in comparative analyses across pilot cities to identify best practices for underground spatial planning.
• Present research findings at national and international conferences and contribute to academic publications.
• Engage in mentorship and professional development activities, including international research stays (e.g., Singapore, Helsinki, Switzerland).
• Support the CISU PhD forum and interdisciplinary supervision team in advancing innovation projects across three cities.