Roshan Jayathilakage

I am a research-focused civil engineer with a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Swinburne University of Technology (concrete 3D printing) and over a decade of experience across academia, industry, and consulting. My expertise lies in innovative concrete technologies, particularly sustainable and recycled construction materials, 3D concrete printing, and advanced material characterization.

Currently, I am a Research Fellow at RMIT University, where I lead experimental and applied research on low-carbon concrete mix designs, utilizing calcined clays and industrial waste. My work involves synchrotron-based material analysis, acoustic performance evaluation of fibre-based concretes, rheology of concrete, numerical simulation (FEM, DEM, CFD and FDM) and close collaboration with industry partners to drive sustainable infrastructure solutions.

Previously, I held a Postdoctoral Research role at the University of New South Wales, where I specialized in rubber and glass-reinforced concrete for noise wall applications. With a solid background in structural and geotechnical design, I also bring hands-on experience as a structural engineer and have contributed to successfully delivering complex high-rise building projects.

My research has been featured in top-tier journals and international conferences, and I have been recognized with awards such as the Best Paper at ICSBE 2024 and a featured article in Buildings journal. I am also passionate about mentoring HDR students, advancing construction technology, and contributing to the broader academic and engineering communities through volunteer work and teaching.