Scientific Assistant in the Research Project Walz 4.0 40%

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Scientific Assistant in the Research Project Walz 4.0 40%

Build bridges between theory and practice – with innovative formats for construction trades and universities.

Department: Architecture, Design and Civil Engineering

Start date: Immediately or by arrangement, limited to two years.

• Collaboration in the Interreg research project "Walz 4.0 - Craft and University jointly shape the future of construction" including taking over administrative tasks
• Preparation and collaboration in the implementation and documentation of pilot projects and teaching formats
• Professional management and maintenance of social media platforms
• Preparation and processing of research data
• Preparation of documentation material for publications
• Collaboration in the organization and implementation of summer schools / symposia / partner meetings
• You have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture.
• You have experience in project management of research projects.
• You have successfully led and completed projects.
• You have excellent knowledge of the German language, both spoken and written.

We gladly accept your application documents including a meaningful portfolio until October 31, 2025.

The ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences, with over 14,000 students and over 11,000 continuing education participants as well as around 3,700 employees, is one of the largest multi-disciplinary universities of applied sciences in Switzerland.

The Department of Architecture, Design and Civil Engineering offers Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programs and is one of the most traditional and at the same time innovative educational institutions of its kind in Switzerland. According to its legal mandate, it provides teaching, research and development, continuing education, and services for third parties.

We offer you an exciting, versatile, and demanding activity in a varied environment. The workplace is centrally located at the school’s site in Winterthur. You will be part of the Institute of Structural Design, a dynamic institute dedicated to researching sustainable construction.

ZHAW is committed to gender-mixed and diverse teams to promote equality, diversity, and innovation.

We offer university-appropriate working and employment conditions and actively promote the personnel development of our employees and managers. A detailed description of the benefits can be found on the website "Working at ZHAW." Here are the main points:

Prof. Dr. Habil Andri Gerber

Co-Head Institute of Structural Design

Irina Keiser

Recruiting Manager