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SDU CREATE invites applications for a fully funded three-year PhD position in Computational Design and Large-Scale 3D Printing, with a research focus on 3D-printed artificial reefs for climate neutrality. The application deadline is January 2nd, 2024, and the position is set to commence in early 2024.
Scope of Work
The successful candidate will carry out interdisciplinary research to develop high-performance 3Dprinted reefs in a research project involving the collaboration of SDU CREATE, Nordcee, and the Centre of Aquatic Nature-based solutions. The project is part of a series of initiatives supported by the SDU Climate Cluster. This design-driven research encompasses various domains, including advanced computational design, robotic/digital fabrication, material investigations, marine biology and ecology investigations. In addition to this primary research responsibility, the candidate will contribute to SDU CREATE´s educational activities within the MSc CREATE and BSc Civil and Architectural Engineering programs.
Focus Area and Research Project
SDU CREATE specialises in experimental investigations of cutting-edge computational techniques and fabrication technology for designing and constructing a sustainable built environment. The successful applicant for this position will primarily engage in the PhD project "3D printed artificial reefs for climate neutrality" which aims to develop solutions and expertise in designing and 3D printing artificial reefs to enhance marine biodiversity and combat climate change. The selected candidate will work across the following research areas within SDU CREATE include:
- Bio-Inspired computational design
- Performance-based design through simulation
- Experimental fabrication with robotic large-scale Additive Manufacturing
The following research areas will be involved as part of the project:
- Characterisation of ocean-friendly printing materials and reef structures
- Laboratory monitoring of reef´s biogeochemical conditions
- Field studies on the bio-restoration potential of 3D printed reefs
Research Environment
The successful candidate will work at SDU CREATE at the Faculty of Engineering, led by the Head of Center Assoc. Prof. Roberto Naboni, conducting research within an interdisciplinary supervision team past of SDU Climate Cluster that also involves Asst. Prof. Karl Attard and Assoc. Prof. Cintia Origano Quintana from the Department of Biology.
SDU CREATE is focused on computational design, robotics/digital manufacturing, and materialisation processes, focusing on addressing sustainability challenges in the built environment. The experimental work will be conducted in the state-of-the-art CREATE Lab, equipped with facilities for architectural robotics, additive manufacturing, mixed reality design, and construction. Additionally, the Nordcee and Ecology laboratories at the Department of Biology will be supporting the integration of oceanographic sensors into reefs’ structures, as well as performing biodiversity investigations. Field activities related to the deployment and monitoring of reef structures will be carried out in connection with the SDU Marine Biological Research Centre. Furthermore, the candidate will have access to a diverse range of research laboratories and facilities within the Faculty of Engineering.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will actively contribute to CREATE's research, teaching, and laboratory development efforts. Responsibilities encompass:
- Conducting cutting-edge research in the specific project and more generally, in the fields of Computational Design and Digital Fabrication
- Participating in CREATE's research projects, providing support in design development and fabrication work
- Developing digital tools and computational workflows within the identified research area
- Assisting with teaching bachelor's and master's level courses and workshops, co-supervising thesis students and interns in research activities
- Disseminating research and teaching results through peer-reviewed publications, international conferences, prizes, exhibitions, and digital platforms
- Supporting the continuing expansion of CREATE’s laboratories and research infrastructures
- Engaging with key institutions, industrial partners, and academic collaborators on national and international levels
Qualifications & Skills
Applications are welcome from candidates holding a master's degree in architecture, building engineering or related fields with a demonstrated record of teaching and delivering computational design and digital fabrication projects. Proficiency in English (oral + written) is a requirement. Given the scope of the work, priority will be given to technically advanced individuals with advanced knowledge of Grasshopper and demonstrated skills in at least one of the following areas:
- Design and/or robotics programming with Python or C#
- Digital fabrication with Robotics, ideally with large-scale Additive Manufacturing
- Finite Element Analysis or Computational Fluid Dynamics
Contact information
For further information about this position, project and CREATE's activity, contact Head of Center Associate Professor Roberto Naboni, email: ron@iti.sdu.dk. Website: www.create-sdu-com
If you experience technical problems, you must contact hcm-support@sdu.dk.
Conditions of employment
Applicants are required to have a master’s degree (equivalent to a Danish master's degree) at the time of enrollment and employment. Employment as a PhD fellow is a 3-year salaried position
Employment of a PhD fellow can only happen after the PhD School has approved the candidate for admission to the PhD school. Employment and enrollment will cease without further notice at the end of the period. A PhD fellow is not allowed to have any kind of sideline employment, while enrolled as a PhD fellow at the faculty. Employment is governed by the Protocol on PhD Research Fellows signed by the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. Please check the links for more information on salary and taxation.
The successful candidate will be enrolled at SDU in accordance with Faculty regulations and the Danish Ministerial Order on the PhD Programme at the Universities (PhD order). Read more here.
The assessment process
Read about the Assessment and selection process. Shortlisting may be used.
Application procedure
The Faculty expects applicants to read the Faculty information for prospective PhD students and the SDU information on How to apply before applying.
The application must be in English and must include the following - the required forms must be found on the Faculty website:
- Completed TEK PhD application form for 5+3 applicants. Find the form on the Faculty website.
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae, describing research, publication and teaching experience, computational skills, and personal contact information.
- Verified copies of the official bachelor's diploma and master's diploma and transcripts of exams, both the original documents and in professional English translation.
- Motivation letter (max 1 page), including a short Research Statement (max 5 pages) with a doctoral project proposal within the research focus areas described above. Upload it in the field called “Project description”.
- One page listing at least two references (names and emails) that can be contacted during the selection process.
- List of publications, in case you have any publications.
- If available, a portfolio of works (maximum 15 pages), including research, teaching, or professional projects. Upload it in one of the fields called “Publication”.
- Completed TEK PhD form for calculation grade point average. Find the form on the Faculty website. Upload it in one of the fields called “Publication”.
- An official document describing the grading scheme of the awarding universities (if not Danish). Upload it in one of the fields called “Publication”.
The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.
INFORMATIONER OM STILLINGEN:
- Arbejdspladsen ligger i:
Odense Kommune
-Virksomheden tilbyder:
-Arbejdsgiver:
Syddansk Universitet, Campusvej, 5230 Odense M
-Ansøgning:
Ansøgningsfrist: 02-01-2024; - ansøgningsfristen er overskredet
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