Postdoctoral Fellow – Clean Technologies for Underground Infrastructure & AI for GHG Reduction
The Canadian Underground Infrastructure Innovation Centre (CUIIC) at the University of Alberta is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow (PDF) for a full-time, one-year research position beginning in 2025. This position is part of an NSERC-funded research program focused on clean technologies and AI-powered decision-making to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the underground infrastructure sector.
About the Project:
This interdisciplinary project aims to accelerate the transition to low-carbon construction practices by identifying sustainable technologies, analyzing relevant policy and incentive frameworks, and building AI-based tools to model and optimize emissions reduction strategies. The successful candidate will work closely with industry stakeholders, municipal leaders, and academic collaborators to bring research from concept to real-world application.
Key Responsibilities:
• Identify and evaluate clean technologies that reduce emissions in underground construction.
• Analyze policy tools, regulatory frameworks, and incentive programs for GHG reduction.
• Develop machine learning and AI-powered models to assess and forecast emissions.
• Create AI-based decision-support systems for industry and public policy users.
• Engage with project partners to validate findings through real-world case studies.
• Publish research in peer-reviewed journals and present at academic and industry conferences.
Preferred Qualifications:
• PhD in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, AI/Data Science, or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated experience in GHG emissions modeling, clean technology, or AI-based analysis.
• Strong background in data science, system modeling, or machine learning.
• Understanding of sustainability frameworks and public policy related to emissions reduction.
• Experience in collaborative research with industry, government, or municipal partners.
• Strong communication and technical writing skills.
How to Apply?
To apply for this position, please submit your application package using the form below.
Include the Following in One PDF:
• Cover letter
• Resume/CV
• A short (max 2-page) summary of your experience
The deadline to apply is June 30, 2025. Applications will be considered as soon as they are received. If you have any questions about the positions or the application process, please email CUIIC@ualberta.ca.
The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.