PhD Candidate in Sustainable Healthcare Environments

4 weeks ago


Trondheim, Trøndelag, Norway Norwegian University of Science and Technology Full time
About the Job

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to join our research group at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team focused on sustainability in healthcare environments.

Research Focus

The PhD project will investigate how hospitals in Norway can move towards a more sustainable direction despite financial constraints. The research will explore decision-making, user needs, innovation, and organizational learning in the context of healthcare facilities. The candidate will develop frameworks and knowledge to improve strategies and processes for a sustainable built environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct a PhD project within 3 years
  • Participate in and complete mandatory courses
  • Prepare scientific journal articles and conference papers under supervision
  • Present research results at international conferences and in a dissertation
Requirements
  • Master's degree in project management, real estate, facilities, service, or construction management, business, or healthcare administration
  • Strong academic background with an average grade of B or better
  • Good knowledge of engineering, healthcare, and/or innovation fields
  • Good sustainability knowledge
  • Good written and oral English
Preferred Qualifications
  • Work experience from project-oriented businesses
  • Good knowledge of the Norwegian AEC/FM industry and Norwegian healthcare industry
  • Good understanding of the connection between technology, process, and human interaction
Personal Qualities
  • Analytical, respectful, and excellent at thinking 'out-of-the-box'
  • Motivated, ambitious, and eager to 'walk new paths'
  • Collaborative, positive, open-minded, and able to take initiatives
We Offer
  • Exciting and stimulating tasks in a strong international academic environment
  • An open and dedicated team
  • Favourable terms in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund


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