Dr. Vahid Jahangiri is an accomplished Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Engineering, University of Mohaghegh Ardabili, specializing in Civil and Earthquake Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, with a focus on seismic design and risk assessment. His academic journey also includes an M.Sc. from Sharif University of Technology and a B.A. from the University of Tabriz. With over a decade of experience in both academia and industry, Dr. Jahangiri has made significant contributions to the field, including 12 completed and 8 ongoing research projects. He has published 11 articles in leading indexed journals, reflecting his expertise in performance-based seismic engineering, probabilistic seismic performance evaluation, and seismic risk analysis. An active member of the Iranian Organization for Engineering Order of Building, Dr. Jahangiri is dedicated to advancing resilient infrastructure design. His work continues to influence civil engineering practices, particularly in the areas of seismic vulnerability and resilience.
Professional Profile:
Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award
Dr. Vahid Jahangiri, an accomplished Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Engineering, University of Mohaghegh Ardabili, demonstrates an exceptional academic and research trajectory in the field of Civil (Earthquake) Engineering. With a solid educational foundation, including a Ph.D. from Tarbiat Modares University, Dr. Jahangiri has contributed significantly to seismic engineering research. He has successfully completed 12 research projects, with an additional 8 ongoing, showcasing his commitment to advancing knowledge in performance-based earthquake engineering and probabilistic seismic performance evaluation.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Civil (Earthquake) Engineering
Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran (2011-2016)
- M.Sc. in Civil (Earthquake) Engineering
Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, Iran (2007-2009)
- B.A. in Civil Engineering
University of Tabriz, Tabriz, Iran (2002-2007)
💼Professional Experience:
- Assistant Professor
Faculty of Engineering, University of Mohaghegh Ardabili, Ardabil, Iran (2018 – Present)
Teaches M.Sc. and Ph.D. courses in Performance-Based Seismic Design, Seismic Risk Assessment, Dynamics of Structures, and Soil Dynamics, as well as undergraduate courses in Mechanics of Materials, Structural Steel Design, and Earthquake Engineering.
- Civil Engineering Consultant
Arte Tarrahan, Tehran, Iran (2011-2014)
Provided consultancy services in structural design and earthquake engineering projects, focusing on enhancing the seismic resilience of infrastructure.
Research and Innovations
Dr. Jahangiri’s research portfolio is impressive, with 12 completed projects and 8 ongoing ones, demonstrating his active engagement in advancing the field of earthquake engineering. His research areas include Performance-Based Earthquake Engineering, Probabilistic Seismic Performance Evaluation, Seismic Fragility, and Risk and Resilience Analysis. His citation index stands at 279, and he has published 11 journal articles indexed in reputable databases like SCI and Scopus. Although he does not have books or patents published, his research output in peer-reviewed journals signifies his contribution to the academic community. Additionally, his involvement in consultancy projects highlights the practical application of his research.