Whole wood concept in teaching and research Architectural Assistant position
Mission
If you are interested in research and teaching in timber architecture and construction, computational automated design processes, innovative territorial and logistic approaches combined with digital fabrication, join us at the Laboratory for Timber Constructions IBOIS of EPFL!
Our research aims at empowering architects through the application of IBOIS’ whole wood concept. We develop new hybrid construction systems and logistics combined with digital fabrication technologies.
Architectural thinking, parametric designs methodologies are key ingredients in our work. We pursue a holistic approach in that we design buildings through technology transfer scenarios and collaborate with industry partners to validate and inspire our research.
ENAC covers construction in natural and architectural environments from its mathematical foundations to systems, platforms, and interdisciplinary applications. With a rich intellectual environment, a working culture and resources only matched by the highest-rated academic institutions, and geographically located in the breathtaking Lake Geneva region, our program targets training bright minds to be the research and industrial leaders of the construction technology revolution. We have an award-winning and internationally recognized faculty targeting broad research areas and working closely with top international research organizations. We have a strong track record of employment and placement on a global scale whether it is R&D in industry or academia, and many of our students are leaders and founders of startups. Our students are among the best represented at flagship conferences and compete for and are recognized internationally by prestigious industrial PhD fellowships and awards. We have a large consortium of industrial affiliates with whom many of our students collaborate closely during internships.
At IBOIS, we aim to identify key leverage points in the value chain to scale wood construction and to deliver environmentally optimal wood use scenarios. We will apply environmental, economic, technical, societal, research across the wood value chain to construct the inter-dependent systems understanding that is required for transformative change across the wood construction supply chain. We would like to enable us to collectively explore options for contributing to net-zero emissions by transitioning to timber hybrid construction.
Main duties and responsibilities
Topics to be worked on include:
• Integral attached timber log structures
• Hybrid timber bearing construction systems
• Self-bearing waterproof sustainable building envelopes
You will be expected to:
• Teach an architecture studio at bachelor’s and master’s level at EPFL
• Prepare a groundbreaking architectural exhibition showcasing the present change of the architectural practice
• Participate and build a postgraduate course in timber construction
Profile
• Master’s degree in architecture
• Experience in working with and modelling digital workflows
• Experience in Architectural teaching
• Proven competence in architectural design and detailing
• Knowledge of Timber construction and automated fabrication workflows
Additional Assets:
• Prior experience in communication
• Prior experience in organizing exhibitions/architectural publications
We offer
The position will be based within the IBOIS Laboratory at EPFL in Lausanne. We offer to work on unique environment where creativity meets the field of architecture and specific contemporary architectural approaches. The Laboratory is a hub for collaborations on innovative projects. The candidate will benefit from this collaborative, dynamic and enthusiastic working environment.
The position comes with a competitive salary. The positions will be supervised by Professor Yves Weinand of the IBOIS Laboratory.
Information
Contract Start Date : August 1st, 2025
Activity Rate : 100%
Deadline for the Application: 30th of April 2025
Contract Type: CDD
Duration: 1 year, renewable
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