Concordia University are currently accepting applications for this fully funded PhD project which focuses on Energy Efficiency, HVAC Systems, and Sustainable Building Operations: Electrifying Montreal International Airport.
Role Description:
- Develop and refine energy and GHG (Greenhouse Gas) emissions benchmarking methodologies using submetering strategies and virtual metering approaches.
- Analyze Building Automation System (BAS) data to evaluate performance of HVAC subsystems and identify energy-saving opportunities.
- Apply ASHRAE Guideline 14 and International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol (IPMVP) standards for robust measurement and verification (M&V).
- Conduct ongoing commissioning and fault detection/diagnosis (FDD) for HVAC systems, identifying both hard and soft faults through data-driven techniques.
- Collaborate with project partners to ensure that occupant comfort, behaviour, and expectations are integrated into benchmarking and fault analysis.
- Prepare technical reports, research articles, and presentations summarizing energy efficiency strategies and their impact on GHG reduction and building performance.
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Benefits
- PhD Fellowship: 35K CAD per year for 4 years
- A competitive funding package with additional support for conference travel, training, and professional development.
- Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research on energy benchmarking, ongoing commissioning, and fault detection for large-scale buildings and critical infrastructure.
- Access to state-of-the-art Building Automation Systems (BAS), laboratories, and simulation tools at Concordia University.
- Supervision and mentorship from Professor Radu Grigore Zmeureanu, a recognized leader in energy efficiency and HVAC systems, Fellow of multiple prestigious engineering organizations.
- Exposure to real-world applications in sustainable building operations, including energy and GHG emission reduction in complex facilities such as airports.
- A strong foundation for publications in top-tier journals and conferences in building engineering, energy efficiency, and sustainability.
- Collaboration within a multidisciplinary research environment, fostering partnerships with industry, government, and academic stakeholders.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Building Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Energy Systems, or a related field.
- Strong background in HVAC systems, energy efficiency, or sustainable building operations.
- Experience with energy modelling software (EnergyPlus, TRNSYS) and programming tools (MATLAB, Python).
- Knowledge of measurement and verification (M&V) protocols such as ASHRAE Guideline 14 and IPMVP.
- Familiarity with fault detection and diagnostics (FDD) methods for building/HVAC systems, including BAS data analysis.
- Strong skills in data analysis, statistical modelling, or machine learning techniques applied to building energy systems.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research, prepare publications, and collaborate in interdisciplinary teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical findings to academic and industry audiences
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Application Deadline
Not SpecifiedHow To Apply
- Start Date: Winter 2026, Summer 2026, Fall 2026
Please send the following documents in a single PDF file to [email protected]:
- Letter of intent strongly aligned with the project and the research domain of the professor (Please explain why you are a good fit for the role)
- Academic CV
- Transcripts
- Names and contact information of 3 referees
- Publications if any
- Any other documents that might benefit your file
Subject of the email: GHG_Your name
Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
For all questions, please contact Alisa Makusheva at [email protected]
