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EPFL, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, is one of the most dynamic university campuses in Europe and ranks among the top 20 universities worldwide. The EPFL employs more than 6,500 people supporting the three main missions of the institutions: education, research and innovation. The EPFL campus offers an exceptional working environment at the heart of a community of more than 17,000 people, including over 12,500 students and 4,000 researchers from more than 120 different countries.

Postdoctoral Scholar Opening in Indoor Environmental Quality

Mission


The École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) invites applications for a postdoctoral position within the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering. The successful candidate will join the Human-Oriented Built Environment Lab (HOBEL) at EPFL's Fribourg campus, located in the city of Fribourg.

For more information about HOBEL, see: https://www.epfl.ch/labs/hobel/

For more information about Prof. Dusan Licina, see: https://people.epfl.ch/dusan.licina

For more information about EPFL, see: https://www.epfl.ch/en/

For more information about Smart Living Lab, see: https://smartlivinglab.ch

Main duties and responsibilities

The research focus of HOBEL is centered on advancing knowledge in the domain of indoor environmental quality (IEQ). This role involves contributing to pioneering assessments of IEQ across residential and non-residential buildings in Europe. Key topics include the development of integrated IEQ metrics for benchmarking buildings, conducting occupant surveys, evaluating the impact of building retrofits on IEQ, analyzing data via internet-connected sensing solutions, and designing interfaces to understand occupant preferences. Additionally, the candidate will have the opportunity to propose and develop independent project ideas within HOBEL's research scope.

Profile

Strong candidates will posses:

  • Proven expertise in the research areas mentioned above.

  • A PhD degree (or imminent completion) in Mechanical, Civil, Architectural Engineering, or a related field.

  • High proficiency in data analytics with programming languages (MATLAB, R, Python, etc.). Knoweldge of how to handle large databases is a plus.

  • A strong inclination for experimental and field-based research.

  • A track record of publishing in leading peer-reviewed journals.

  • Excellent project management, teamwork, communication (written and oral in English), and interpersonal skills.

We offer

  • A stimulating and international working environment

  • Competitive salary and excellent working conditions – more information can be found on our website (https://www.epfl.ch/campus/services/human-resources/en/basic-starting-salary-of-doctoral-assistants-and-postdocs/)

  • Opportunity to perform state-of-the-art research in one of the most dynamic scientific institutions in Europe.

  • Opportunity to interact with internationally renowned experts, and with a strong team of postdoctoral researchers and PhD students

Informations

Only applications submitted through the online platform are considered. You are asked to supply:

A brief cover letter (pdf, up to 2 pages). And in one PDF: A CV with a publication list, A research statement (pdf, up to 3 pages), Contact details for 3 referees.

For more information or questions, please contact Prof. Dusan Licina, dusan.licina@epfl.ch. (no application sent to this address shall be considered)

Note: Excellence and background relevant to the position will be the main points of consideration once the immigration requirements for the Canton of Fribourg are met. The application deadline is 31st October 2024. The start date is flexible, with a preference for early appointment. The contracts are given on an annual basis, however, we are seeking for a multi-year appointment (minimum 2 years). Positions will remain open until filled.










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