PhD Position in Computational Design and Digital Fabrication

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The Department of Technology and Innovation, Faculty of Engineering at the University of Southern Denmark, invites candidates to apply for a three-year funded PhD position in the CREATE Group (Computational Research in Emergent Architectural Technology). The application deadline is 19 June 2022. The job position is offered to start in September 2022 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Scope of the work
Focusing on computational design and digital fabrication, the successful candidate will carry out research in one or more research focus areas (listed below) and collaborate on projects that involve advanced computational modelling, robotic/digital fabrication, material innovation with applications in the field of architecture, engineering and construction. The successful candidate will work in a high-paced interdisciplinary environment and become part of a fast-growing research team that adopts a design-driven approach. Research activities will be interlinked to the development of a novel educational program in Civil and Architectural Engineering, where the selected candidate will contribute to teaching in the areas of architectural geometry, computational design and digital fabrication.

CREATE Group and Research Environment
CREATE is the group for Computational Research in Emergent Architectural Technology led by Associate Professor Roberto Naboni. The group is based at the Faculty of Engineering (TEK) of the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) in Odense, within the Section for Civil and Architectural Engineering (CAE). Within the high-tech context of SDU, CREATE explores novel architectural ideas and processes at the intersection with the fields of computer science, robotics/digital manufacturing, and materialization processes. The group looks into the fast-evolving landscape of emerging technologies to conceive future-oriented projects and sustainable construction concepts that respond to the challenges of the built environment. The group´s activities are predominantly carried out in the CREATE Lab, a state-of-the-art research facility for large-scale architectural robotics, additive manufacturing, mixed reality design, and construction, and the SDU Industry 4.0 laboratory. The TEK Faculty hosts a rather unique mix of competencies and easy access to facilities for structural and material testing, robotics and drones, rapid prototyping, mechanical and electronics workshops (and many more).

Focus Research Areas
The CREATE Group focuses on experimental and interdisciplinary research enabled by the latest advancements in computational techniques and fabrication technology. Within the overall research framework of the group, the applicant will be ideally developing original research in one or more of the following scholarship areas:

  • Computational design and performance-based design
  • Advanced architectural geometry
  • Architectural robotics, collaborative robotics, robot vision
  • Design and fabrication with large-scale Additive Manufacturing (3DCP, FDM)
  • Design and fabrication for Robotic Timber Construction and Assembly
  • Wood- and bio-based fabrication processes
  • Agent-based Modeling and Machine Learning
  • Extended Reality (VR+MR) for design and construction

Responsibilities
The successful candidate will proactively participate in developing the CREATE Group's research, teaching and laboratory developments. The responsibilities include:

  • Developing cutting-edge research in the fields of Computational Design and Digital Fabrication;
  • Participating in the CREATE Group’s research projects, providing support in the design development and conducting fabrication work;
  • Development of digital tools and computational workflows within the research area(s), in support of the group’s activities, and in relation to specific research and innovation projects;
  • Co-teaching at bachelor's and master's level courses and workshops, co-supervising thesis students and interns in research activities;
  • Disseminating results of research and teaching in peer-reviewed publications, international conferences, prizes, exhibitions, and through the group´s website and social media accounts;
  • Contributing to the development, organization, and expansion of the CREATE Lab, and the university infrastructures related to the research focus activities;
  • Supporting the group's engagement with key industrial and academic partners, nationally and internationally.

Qualifications & Skills
Applications are accepted from candidates who hold a master's degree in architecture and building engineering (or related areas), and a proven track record of teaching and delivering computational design and digital fabrication projects. English proficiency (oral + written) is expected. Given the scope of work, the selection process will prioritize technically advanced individuals with advanced knowledge of Grasshopper, and demonstrated skills in at least one of the following areas:

  • Design and/or robotics programming with Python or C#
  • Digital fabrication with Robotics, Additive Manufacturing, CNC
  • Finite Element Analysis


Contact information
For further information about this position and the CREATE Group's activity, contact Associate Professor Roberto Naboni, email: [email protected]. Website: https://www.create-SDU.com/.
If you experience technical problems you must contact [email protected].

Conditions of employment
Applicants are required to have a master’s degree (equivalent to a Danish master's degree) at the time of enrollment and employment. Employment as a PhD fellow is a 3-year salaried position (start salary amounts to approx. 3.378,- EURO per month incl. supplements).

Employment of a PhD fellow can only happen after the Head of the PhD School has approved the candidate for admission to the PhD school. Employment and enrollment will cease without further notice at the end of the period.

A PhD fellow is not allowed to have any kind of sideline employment, while enrolled as PhD fellow at the faculty.

Employment is governed by the Protocol on PhD Research Fellows signed by the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. Please check links for more information on salary and taxation.

The successful candidate will be enrolled at SDU in accordance with Faculty regulations and the Danish Ministerial Order on the PhD Programme at the Universities (PhD order), read more here.

The assessment process
Read about the Assessment and selection process. Shortlisting may be used.

Application procedure
The Faculty expects applicants to read the Faculty information for prospective PhD students and the SDU information on How to apply before applying.

The application must be in English and must include the following - the required forms must be found at the Faculty website:
  • Completed TEK PhD application form for 5+3 applicants. Find the form at the Faculty website.
  • Detailed Curriculum Vitae, describing research, publication and teaching experience, computational skills and including personal contact information.
  • Motivation letter (max 1 page), including a short Research Statement (max 5 pages) with a doctoral project proposal within the research focus areas described above. Upload it in the field called “Project description”.
  • Verified copies of the official bachelor diploma and master's diploma and transcripts of exams, both the original documents and in professional English translation.
  • One page listing at least two references (names and emails) that can be contacted during the selection process.
  • List of publications, in case you have any publications.
  • If available, a portfolio of works (maximum 15 pages) including research, teaching, or professional projects. Upload it in one of the fields called “Publication”.
  • Completed TEK PhD form for calculation grade point average. Find the form at the Faculty website. Upload in one of the fields called “Publication”.
  • An official document describing the grading scheme of the awarding universities (if not Danish). Upload in one of the fields called “Publication”.
  • An official and verified written assessment of the thesis or dissertation project from the grade giving institution, if the thesis/examination project is evaluated by approved/passed. The statement must clearly state that the candidate has been among the top 30 pct. in the graduation class for the study programme.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.


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