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Research Fellow in Sustainable Urbanism
Starting: 01.10.2018 | Reference No. ISU18063
Become an integral part of one of the leading research institutions in Germany
Evolve progressive and explorative urban design research in joint research projects
PhD candidate, 50% (part time) fixed term for 2 years (TV-L E13)
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
The Institute for Sustainable Urbanism ISU is a think-tank and design laboratory headed by Prof. Dr. Vanessa Miriam Carlow based at TU Braunschweig – one of Germany’s leading Technical Universities. ISU research, teaching, and discourse focus strategies and tools for sustainable urban development in the context of worldwide urbanization.
Building up inter- and transdisciplinary projects within the TU Braunschweig research line FUTURE CITY, ISU teams up with scientists from environmental and social science, engineering, psychology, political science, and informatics, and cooperates with more than fifty cities, municipalities and NGOs worldwide.
In its continuous strive toward progressive research, ISU is building up a state of the art, multidisciplinary research and competence center on urban research rooted in the digital realm.
We are currently seeking a PhD candidate for a two year fixed term (part time 50%) to evolve progressive and explorative urban design research e.g. in joint research projects such as OPEN CITY: Theories, Perspectives, Instruments funded by the Robert Bosch Foundation, or iSCOR – Interdisciplinary Studio for Communicational and Observational
Research. Candidates with experience in the following work fields are strongly encouraged to apply:
KEY RESEARCH THEMES
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• Theory of Urban Form, Use and Perception: Urbanization patterns, use of urban spaces, spatial perception research,
development of data driven analysis and representation tools and methods.
• Urban Development: Novel methods, instruments and decision-making tools for an integral, multi-scale, humancentered
and participatory urban design and planning practice.
• Urban Form: Urban and architectural design solutions for integrated, human-centered, resource-efficient urban
development, e.g. design parameters, design methods and tools.
Application Areas: Urban design, urban and regional planning, architecture
ABOUT YOU
We are looking for exceptional PhD candidates to conduct high impact research with
• a Master Degree (or equivalent) in architecture, urban design, urban planning (or equivalent),
• demonstrated expertise in urban research related to the key research themes and application areas,
• evidence of capacity to work as part of a multidisciplinary team,
• excellent knowledge in the application of domain-specific software and hardware (e.g. GIS),
• a demonstrated potential for performing high quality, independent and collaborative research,
• English and German excellent written and verbal communication skills.
The position will be for a period of two years, with further employment subject to secured funding availability. In case of adequate performance, the opportunity is given to pursue a PhD degree. The remuneration is determined according to the assignment of tasks and fulfillment of personal requirements up to pay group 13 TV-L.
ABOUT TU BRAUNSCHWEIG
Technische Universität Braunschweig is the academic center of Braunschweig, City of Science, which lies in the heart of one of Europe’s most active research regions. TU Braunschweig’s faculties comprise a comprehensive engineering branch and a strong natural sciences branch, closely linked with business sciences, social sciences, humanities and educational sciences. TU Braunschweig is part of TU9 – the group of leading technical universities in Germany.
The TU Braunschweig fosters diversity and inclusion. Applications from people of culturally diverse backgrounds are much welcome. Applications can be in German or English. TU Braunschweig strives to diminish under-representation as defined by the NGG in all areas and positions. Therefor, women in particular are encouraged to apply.
Where candidates have the same qualifications, preference will be given to candidates with disabilities.
Applications not considered can only be returned against an addressed and sufficiently stamped return envelope. Application and travel
costs are non-refundable. Personal data will be stored in connection with the recruitment and hiring process.
Interviews with selected candidates will take place at TU Braunschweig on 21st and 22nd August 2018.
Send your comprehensive application incl. CV, publication list and/or portfolio (digital or printed) till 31st July 2018:
Technische Universität Braunschweig
ISU Institute for Sustainable Urbanism / Prof. Dr. Vanessa Miriam Carlow
Pockelsstraße 3, 38106 Braunschweig, Germany
Email: isu@tu-braunschweig.de
Upload: sustainableurbanism.de/opportunities
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