Faculty Position in Sustainable Built Environment Systems at EPFL
Website Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne
The Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL) is pleased to announce a faculty position in the field of Sustainable Built Environment Systems. This is a remarkable opportunity for professionals eager to contribute to sustainable architecture and environmental engineering.
Position Overview
- Job Title: Faculty Position in Sustainable Built Environment Systems
- Institution: EPFL, Fribourg, Switzerland
- Application Deadline: November 9, 2024
- Contract Type: Other
- Work Hours: 42 hours per week
- Research Fields: Environmental Science, Architecture
- Researcher Profile: Leading Researcher (R4)
About the Position
EPFL’s School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (ENAC) invites applications for the Schindler Chair, aimed at advancing sustainable buildings and regenerative environments. The successful candidate will be appointed at the Tenure Track Assistant Professor level.
Key Responsibilities
The chair’s primary focus will be on:
- Life-Cycle Assessment: Analyzing the environmental footprint of buildings and infrastructure.
- Development of Analysis Methods: Contributing to rigorous methodologies for assessing sustainability.
- Collaboration: Working closely with policymakers and industry leaders to inform practices and guidelines that promote decarbonization.
Candidate Profile
Ideal candidates will possess:
- A PhD in a relevant field, such as engineering or architecture.
- A strategic vision for research in sustainable built environments.
- A commitment to impactful science that informs policy and industry practices.
Teaching and Research
The successful applicant will also:
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in sustainable design and life-cycle sustainability assessment.
- Supervise PhD students and engage in collaborative research with various institutes across the EPFL campus.
Why Join EPFL?
EPFL is internationally recognized for its innovation in architecture and engineering. The new faculty member will benefit from:
- Unique experimentation and prototyping facilities at the EPFL Fribourg Associated Campus.
- A multilingual and multicultural academic environment.
- Competitive salaries, generous research support, and significant start-up resources.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply via the [myScience website], referencing JobID 65427 in their application.
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: November 9, 2024
To apply for this job please visit euraxess.ec.europa.eu.
