University Assistant (postdoc)
- Start date/duration: from 15.12.2026 for 4 years
- Administrative unit: Department of Urban Design and Land Use Planning
- Extent of employment: 40 hours per week
Job Description
Your responsibilities
Conducting independent research in the field of landscape architecture, with a focus on biodigital design, within the framework of the Synthetic Landscape Lab is desirable Research-led teaching and supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students (including co-supervision of dissertations within the department) Active involvement in the academic, organisational and administrative tasks of the research unit Supporting the strategic development and international visibility of the Synthetic Landscape Lab through publications, exhibitions, conferences and collaborative projects Contribution to the development and implementation of field research (particularly in Alpine regions) and to securing funding for international research collaborations Contributing to the development of new paradigms in landscape architecture in response to artificial intelligence, climate change and the loss of biodiversity
Your profile
A completed PhD or doctoral degree in landscape architecture, architecture, urban planning or a closely related discipline Experience in academic research at the interface of synthetic landscapes, biodigital design, computational design and artificial intelligence Knowledge of integrating AI, biotechnology, scientific computation and complex systems thinking into architectural and landscape research, as well as into design processes, is desirable In-depth knowledge of the contemporary international discourse in architecture, landscape architecture and ecological design Experience with biological laboratory methods, computer-aided research, digital fabrication or other advanced experimental research methods is desirable Experience in field research, particularly in alpine environments, is desirable Teaching experience in a university context, as well as strong pedagogical and mentoring skills, is desirable Excellent digital literacy and advanced skills in computational methods, with a focus on contemporary design research Excellent command of English; as well as strong communication, organisational and teamwork skills, creativity and competence in interdisciplinary collaboration
- Euraxess: https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/platforms/jobs/139/ARCH-15913
The description associated with this job duties and requirements can be found at: https://www.uibk.ac.at/en/personalabteilung/wissenschaftliches_personal/profile/#post-doc
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/. The minimum gross salary (stipulated by collective agreement) for this position amounts to € 5.014 per month (14 times) *.
- as of 2026
Application
We are looking forward to receiving your online application by 12.11.2026 stating the code ARCH-15913
Contact
If you have any questions about the tender, please contact
Institut für Städtebau
- Phone: ++43 512 507 64711
- Email: ioud@uibk.ac.at
The University of Innsbruck emphasizes equal opportunities and diversity in its personnel policy. 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. The University of Innsbruck bears the "We are inclusive" seal of approval. We therefore expressly invite qualified individuals with disabilities and/or chronic illnesses to apply.