Univ. Assistant & PhD Researcher, 4y, pt, fully funded at LSU, the Lightweight Structures Unit, Faculty of Architecture, University of Innsbruck.

Main Task

Dissertation in the field of lightweight structures at the interface of architecture, structure and geometry

Apply online here : https://lfuonline.uibk.ac.at/public/karriereportal.details?asg_id_in=14757

Expertise, competences and requirements

• Successfully completed diploma or master's degree in architecture, engineering or a related discipline
• Creativity, innovative and analytical thinking as well as a strong understanding of the interplay between architectural design and structural conception in sustainable lightweight structures
• Excellent knowledge of digital methods, especially in the areas of geometric modelling, architectural and structural simulation and materialisation at various scales
• Interest and proven skills in digital and manual manufacturing processes
• Interest in the architectural discourse
• High motivation to work both in a team and independently in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment
• Precision and efficiency in work and correspondingly strong communication skills
• Good academic writing and communication skills or interest in gaining qualifications in these areas
• Enthusiasm for working with students and engaging in interdisciplinary collaboration
• Excellent written and spoken English skills are a prerequisite

Additional merits:

• Preference will be given to applicants with international experience, experience in experimental investigations and experimental structures, relevant professional practice in the subject area of the call

In addition to the usual application documents, the required competences must be demonstrated by the following documents:

• Motivation letter (max. 1 page).
• Portfolio (as a downloadable link).
• 1–2 references (upon request).
• Written reflections on possible dissertation topics or a specific dissertation project (max. 2 pages).