Multiple Research Associate Positions at ICD/CA
The department for Computing in Architecture at the Institute for Computational Design and Construction (ICD/CA) is directed by Thomas Wortmann and researches and teaches at the intersection of architecture, engineering, and computer science, with a focus on artificial intelligence methods. Much of our research is tied to the Cluster of Excellence “Integrative Computational Design and Construction for Architecture (IntCDC), which is a leading research center in the field of computational architecture, engineering and construction.
ICD/CA pursues research in the following areas:
- Performance-informed Design
- Material-informed Design and Fabrication
- Representation and Generation of Building Designs
- Digital Twins and AI for Human-Robot Collaboration
Currently, ICD/CA is looking for research associates (TV-L E13, 75%) specifically for the following topics:
- Digital twins for On-Site Robotic Construction, in the context of the IntCDC research project 41-1 as well as a new EIC Pathfinder project.
We expect:
- A master’s degree in architecture or computer science
- A high level of motivation, team spirit and interest in interdisciplinary work
- A strong ability to work independently
- Excellent communication and English language skills
- Strong programming skills, preferably in Python
- Scientific writing skills
We appreciate:
- Experience in the research topics outlined above
- Experience in architectural practice
- Experience with frameworks such as PyTorch and/or ROS
- German language skills
We offer the opportunity to:
- pursue doctoral research in the areas outlined above in collaboration with our interdisciplinary research and industry partners, including with computational design and fabrication experts at ICD,
- join the International Max Planck Research School for Intelligent Systems (IMPRS-IS),
- instruct master theses and teach courses in topics related to your research as part of the international ITECH MSc program, and to
- join the unique research environment and take part in the exciting new phase of the Cluster IntCDC with new research projects.
The expected start date for all positions is as soon as possible but can be arranged to meet individual requirements. Applications (including CV, statement of interest including the desired research area, work portfolio, research/publication samples, transcripts of grades, and a list of programming skills (with and without AI-support) with indicated proficiency) should be submitted as one PDF-file (maximum file size is strictly 10MB) to: thomas.wortmann@icd.uni-stuttgart.de
Applications by female and diverse individuals are particularly encouraged. Individuals with disabilities will be preferably employed where qualifications are deemed equal. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Come join a growing team of excellent researchers and help us to push our research on AI for AEC to the next level!