Postdoctoral Researcher in Computational Design for Climate-Adaptive Urbanism Innovations

5 days ago


Espoo, Uusimaa, Finland Euraxess Full time

Aalto University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in the Department of Architecture. The researcher will contribute to innovative research at the intersection of computational design methodologies, emerging technologies, and sustainable urbanism.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in forming and coordinating interdisciplinary consortia, leading competitive grant applications, and securing national and international research funding.

This is a fixed-term, part-time position (70% working time) with a duration of 10 months, starting on May 1st or as soon as possible thereafter.

Job Description
  • Assist in preparing grant applications for national and international funding opportunities.
  • Collaborate on research projects focused on data-driven design methods, immersive collaborative environments, and generative AI applications.
  • Draft research papers for peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
  • Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration with academic and professional partners.

This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to addressing the climate polycrisis through innovative research and collaboration. As a postdoctoral researcher, you will work closely with Associate Professor Dr. Pia Fricker and collaborate with a diverse network of researchers, academic institutions, and professional partners.

Required Skills and Qualifications
  • A PhD in Architecture with focus on Computational Design, or a closely related field.
  • Specialization in computational design methodologies, data-driven design, and immersive technologies.
  • Experience in grant writing and familiarity with competitive funding landscapes.
  • A proven track record of high-quality research publications and contributions to international academic conferences.

We are seeking a candidate with strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks, and a proactive mindset.



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