Research Associate (m/f/d) in the field of digital methods for participatory processes and urban design

20.07.2022, Wissenschaftliches Personal

As part of the project, digital methods for decision support and participation in the context of the traffic change in Munich's district Neuperlach are to be examined and implemented. In concrete terms, during the projekt data-based "decision support" systems will be used, a digital participation platform will be developed and 1:1 prototypes for mobility stations will be built and evaluated. The project is part of the EU-funded "New-European Bauhaus" initiative "NEBourhoods.” Within this subproject innovative, sustainable, and social lighthouse projects are to be carried out in Neuperlach. The sub-project of the Chair of Architectural Informatics takes place in collaboration with departments of the City of Munich and in exchange with the Munich University of Applied Sciences.

• Conception of the project in connection with other research activities of the chair
• Development and implementation of digital decision support and participation tools
• Use of these tools in workshops and participatory projects
• Coordination of the 1:1 mobility prototypes
• Monitoring and evaluation of the mobility prototypes and the developed tools
• Documentation of the project
• Communication and exchange with other project participants

• A completed university degree (master's or diploma) in the fields of computer science, data science, games engineering, architecture, urban design or a thematically appropriate discipline
• An intrinsic interest and experience in the context of digital participation and decision support, digital visualization or human computer interaction
• Confident speaking and writing German and English
• In-depth knowledge of digital methods and tools
• Intrinsic Interest in analytical, creative and interdisciplinary thinking
• High level of commitment, independence, engagement
• Systematic way of working and high reliability
• Teamwork and communication skills

We offer you a varied and challenging job in the environment of a modern, renowned university, a pleasant working atmosphere and collaboration on interesting teaching and research projects. You will work independently in a dynamic, team-oriented and interdisciplinary environment with changing challenges. You can expect a modern, well-equipped workplace in a central and convenient location in Munich with flexible working hours and discounted job tickets for public transport. Employment is in accordance with TV-L in pay group E13. Severely disabled persons will be given preference in the event of equal suitability and qualifications. The Technical University of Munich aims to increase the proportion of women. Applications from women are therefore expressly welcomed.

If you are interested, please send your complete and informative application documents as a .pdf by 12.08.2022 by email to the address below.

Munich University of Technology
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Frank Petzold
Chair of Architectural Informatics
Arcisstrasse 21, 80333 Munich

or via email: [email protected]

The position is suitable for disabled persons. Disabled applicants will be given preference in case of generally equivalent suitability, aptitude and professional performance.

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