Vacancy PhD candidate in impact assessments for sustainable urban logistics (100%) at VUB (MOBI research

group).

VUB-MOBI is hiring! We are looking for an excellent graduate to work in the field of mobility and logistics

Envisioned starting date: 1/10/2022

Contact: Prof. dr. Koen Mommens (koen.mommens@vub.be) and Philippe Lebeau (philippe.lebeau@vub.be)

Role

PhD research within the research group MOBI (mobi.vub.ac.be) in the interdisciplinary domains of sustainable
mobility and logistics. The research and approach will be entirely embedded within the research projects of MOBI in
line with the skills and knowledge background of the candidate.

Tasks

• The candidate will develop an expertise around the external costs of transport.
• She/he will work on different projects where his/her expertise will be required. For example, the candidate
will assess the savings generated by the adoption of cargo bikes by families and companies in Brussels. The
candidate will also assess the impact of e-commerce on the sustainability of the last mile.
• She/he will write research reports and valorise research results in popular and academic publications.
• She/he will present research results at workshops and conferences
• She/he will contribute to public dissemination activities
• She/he will organise workshops and conferences in line with the requirements of the her/his research
project.

Profile

The candidate should have

• A Master’s Degree in Sociology, Psychology, Mathematics, Economics, Management, Commercial

engineer (Handelsingenieur), Geography, Transportation, Urban Planning, Urban studies, Political
science, or related discipline.
• Interest in evaluation methods related to external costs.
• Strong oral and written communication in English are essential. A good knowledge of Dutch and/or
French is an advantage.
• The ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of partners.
• Good time management and planning skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines and work effectively
under pressure.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Additional software (i.e. SPSS, GIS, MATLAB, etc.) and solid statistics skills are also a plus.

How to apply?

Deadline for applications: 15/08/2022

Discuss your specific research interest and the ways in which your interests connect to ongoing research within the
VUB-MOBI group.
Candidates that have not yet acquired their MSc degree can apply and participate in the selection procedure, but
need to offer proof of registration in their MSc programme and need to have complied with all diploma requirements
before starting their position at VUB-MOBI.