[Hiring] PhD Student - INDUSTRIAL CHAIR Design for SUSTAINABILITY @PTC

Role Description

This PhD student position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research within the INDUSTRIAL CHAIR ProActive Design 4 SUSTAINABILITY, focusing on developing innovative solutions for sustainable product design and lifecycle management at PTC Inc.

• Conduct in-depth literature reviews on topics related to sustainable product design, circular economy principles, lifecycle assessment, and digital design tools.
• Develop and implement research methodologies, including quantitative and qualitative approaches, to investigate key challenges and opportunities in proactive sustainable design.
• Design and execute experiments or case studies to validate research hypotheses and explore practical applications of sustainable design principles within PTC's product development processes.
• Analyze research data, interpret findings, and formulate actionable recommendations for improving product sustainability and reducing environmental impact.
• Collaborate with PTC engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand industry needs and integrate research insights into future product roadmaps.
• Prepare and present research findings at internal meetings, conferences, and workshops.
• Publish research outcomes in reputable academic journals and contribute to the intellectual property of PTC Inc.
• Contribute to the development of new tools, methodologies, or frameworks for proactive sustainable design.
• Actively participate in the academic community, including attending seminars, workshops, and fostering collaborations with other research institutions.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Environmental), Computer Science, Sustainable Design, or a related field.
• Strong academic record with a proven ability to conduct independent research.
• Demonstrated interest and foundational knowledge in sustainable design principles, circular economy, and environmental impact assessment.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools (e.g., CAD/CAM, PLM systems, LCA software, data analysis tools) is a significant advantage.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex research findings clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative research team.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn new technologies and research methodologies.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required.

Benefits

• Life at PTC is about more than working with today’s most cutting-edge technologies to transform the physical world.
• It’s about showing up as you are and working alongside some of today’s most talented industry leaders to transform the world around you.