Post-Doctoral Position at the Chair of Circular Engineering for Architecture

The Chair of Circular Engineering for Architecture (CEA) is offering a fully funded post-doctoral position for a highly motivated and qualified candidate in the digital technologies for circular economy in the construction sector.

After passing the interview exam the successful candidate will be a member of a dynamic research team working on innovative approaches to enhance circular construction practices.

This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of tools and strategies that promote circular management of building components and projects, enabling a more sustainable and regenerative built environment.

Research background

This research project focuses on leveraging digitalization for circular strategies in construction. The successful candidate will deal with development and testing tools related to topics such as reality capture, quality assessment, 3D modeling, computer vision and computational design in the built environment, operating at the intersection of construction informatics, engineering, and logistical aspects.

Job Responsibilities

• The Successful candidate will deal with developing theoretical concepts for tools leveraging digital technologies for circular construction, facilitating circular processes along the value chain (identification and categorization of reusable materials, design with reused elements, etc.) in the construction sector.
• The study explores the potential for implementing automated workflows and digital technologies in both new and existing construction projects.
• Use immersive technologies to enhance construction processes and training.
• Participate actively in research activities, publishing scientific papers, and presenting findings at conferences and workshops.
• Supervise Master’s or Bachelor’s students in their final year thesis research.

Job Offer

Join our research team for a stimulating, collaborative environment with competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and interaction with international experts in circular construction and computer science.

Job Requirements

• The applicant must have PhD in architecture, civil engineering with strong IT skills.
• Strong research skills in the construction industry.
• Proven track record of research in the construction industry.
• Experience in data analysis, data management, and have good hands on BIM, scanning, machine learning, generative AI, and computer vision.
• Fluent in English

Application Material

Applications must be submitted online by 31.05.2024, containing all required documents, including last name, in PDF format, and not incomplete.

• Motivation or Cover letter (max 1 page) (LastName_Cover.pdf)
• CV (LastName_CV.pdf) (1 page)
• Research proposal or Research Plan (1 page; excluding bibliography) (LastName_Research.pdf)
• A Vimeo or YouTube link to a 2-minute video (please upload a PDF with the link written in full) (LastName_Video.pdf)
• Contact information of three referees with their complete address (LastName_Referees.pdf)

Deadline of Application: 31.05.2024