Professor of Architecture and Adaptive Re-use
Professor of Architecture and Adaptive Re-use
ETH ZürichDepartment of Architecture / Institute of Design and Architecture IEA
Published
24 July 2024
Closing Date
30 September 2024
Workplace
Zürich, Zurich region, Switzerland
Category
Architecture
Environment
Environment
Position
Professor
Professor of Architecture and Adaptive Re-use
The Department of Architecture (www.arch.ethz.ch')) at ETH Zurich invites applications for the above-mentioned position. The professorship is located at the Institute of Design and Architecture IEA (www.iea.arch.ethz.ch'))
Description
The new professor is mainly responsible for teaching a design studio and giving lectures for students in the Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree programme in Architecture (including master thesis) and will teach theoretical foundations, methodological skills and specialized knowledge in the field of adaptive re-use. She/he should emphasise one of the following focal points: i) Structure and construction with focus on the role of construction and structural transformation in adaptive re-use, including the potential of future change in new built structures and the exploration of digital tools and processes. ii) Urban typologies with focus on the impact of societal change and urban transformation on adaptive re-use, including the potential of existing buildings for the development of new spatial configurations and urban typologies. Contemporary digital design and production techniques are, in general, an integral part of the sustainable architectural debate.
Requirements
The new professor is expected to propose and develop a state- of-the-art research agenda. The focus is on the investigation and development of relevant topics that contribute to the advancement of architecture as a discipline, in mutual interaction between theory and practice. She/he will cooperate with professorships among the Department of Architecture and across various ETH departments. Of particular importance is the collaboration with the existing chairs at the Institute of Design and Architecture.
The successful candidate must have a substantial built OEuvre and competence in design and realization of high-quality buildings with a strong emphasis on adaptive re-use. Her/his qualification includes a university degree, accreditation by architects and usually experience, both in research and teaching. Competence in leading a group and contribution to the development of the Department of Architecture beyond the boundaries of the discipline are expected. In general, at ETH Zurich courses are taught in German or English.
The successful candidate must have a substantial built OEuvre and competence in design and realization of high-quality buildings with a strong emphasis on adaptive re-use. Her/his qualification includes a university degree, accreditation by architects and usually experience, both in research and teaching. Competence in leading a group and contribution to the development of the Department of Architecture beyond the boundaries of the discipline are expected. In general, at ETH Zurich courses are taught in German or English.
We offer
ETH Zurich is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, values diversity, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Contact and Address
Please apply online: www.facultyaffairs.ethz.ch
Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a project list, a statement of future research and teaching interests, a description of the leadership philosophy, a description of the three most important
achievements, and a certificate of the highest degree.
The letter ofapplication should be addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot.
The closing date for applications is 30 September 2024.
Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a project list, a statement of future research and teaching interests, a description of the leadership philosophy, a description of the three most important
achievements, and a certificate of the highest degree.
The letter ofapplication should be addressed to the President of ETH Zurich, Prof. Dr. Joël Mesot.
The closing date for applications is 30 September 2024.
Web
www.arch.ethz.ch
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