Start date/duration:

• as soon as possible
• for 4 years

Administrative unit:

• Department of Design

Job Description:

Your tasks:

• Dissertation in the field of lightweight structures/architecture at the interface of architecture, structure and geometry
• Scientific publication and presentation of research results in the context of the dissertation topic as main or co-author; participation in research topics and publications, as well as in research proposals and acquisition of third‑party funding for the lightweight structures research group (LSU).
• Work on prototypes, test series and experimental structures;
• Proactive participation and independent teaching (as assigned) in the Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes in Architecture in the subject area of the dissertation.
• Training and further education according to availability (active and passive participation in conferences and congresses, further training and workshops), organisation of scientific events and exhibitions of the Lightweight Structures research group (LSU).
• Administrative tasks in the organisation and management of the subject area of lightweight construction, media work

Your profile:

• Completed diploma, master's or master's degree in architecture and/or engineering related to the topic
• Creativity, innovative and analytical thinking as well as a strong understanding of the interaction between architectural design and structural conception in sustainable lightweight structures/architecture
• Excellent knowledge of digital methods, particularly 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 architectural discourse
• High motivation to work both in a team and independently in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment
• Precision and efficiency in work as well as strong communication skills / academic writing and communication skills (English)
• Enjoy working with students and interdisciplinary work
• Work on prototypes, test series and experimental structures up to full scale
• Preference will be given to applicants with international experience, experience in experimental investigations / experimental setups, or relevant practical experience
• In addition to the usual documents, we ask for the following (non AI-generated) documents: Letter of motivation(max.1S); portfolio (as download); 2 references (on request); thoughts on possible dissertation topics / a concrete dissertation project(max.2S)

The description associated with this job duties and requirements can be found at:

Our offer:

With us, you can expect exciting tasks, flexible working hours, a family‑friendly working environment, attractive training and development opportunities, a paid lunch break, a meal allowance and much more!

https://www.uibk.ac.at/en/career/additional-benefits/

We are looking forward to receiving your online application by 24.11.2025 stating the code ARCH-15421

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The University of Innsbruck strives to increase the percentage of women and thus expressly encourages women to apply. This is particularely true for leading positions and scientific job offers. In case of underrepresentation women with the same qualifications will be given priority.

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