Yunping Liang

Ph.D. positions are now available for topics such as economics for sustainable construction/built environment, policy and finance for sustainable infrastructure, sustainability and resilience of infrastructure system, construction analytics, and engineering decision-making. Minimum requirements include:

• B.S. degree in a related major, and knowledge or background in research-related areas.
• Skill sets in advanced quantitative research methods or qualitative research methods. Applicants without required research skills are expected to pass designated courses from corresponding departments within first two years of enrollment.
• GRE + English test (per UNL's recommendations, TOFEL>=100 & writing>=25 or IELTS>=7 & writing>=7).
• Other requirements by corresponding programs.

To apply, email your package with the subject “PhD application + Full name”. The email should contain:

• A full academic CV, including TOFEL and GRE scores.
• All post-secondary, (un)official transcript(s).
• Statement of intents (no more than 2 pages).
• A writing sample (e.g., academic paper, report, thesis, individual course project report).

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Please do not send reminders. Only complete package will be reviewed. A virtual interview and reference checks are expected.