Professor of Design Sciences Department: Architecture Let’s shape the future - University of Antwerp The University of Antwerp is a dynamic, forward-thinking, European university. We offer an innovative academic education to more than 20000 students, conduct pioneering scientific research and play an important service-providing role in society. We are one of the largest, most international and most innovative employers in the region. With more than 6000 employees from 100 different countries, we are helping to build tomorrow's world every day. Through top scientific research, we push back boundaries and set a course for the future – a future that you can help to shape. The Faculty of Design Science ‘s Architecture program has the following full-time vacancy: junior or senior professor in the field of architecture and digital culture. The vacancy for architecture and digital culture seeks to anchor design-based research within the architecture program, as well as expanding the research on innovative digital technologies in architecture. The candidate for this position is capable of providing a research-oriented framework for innovative approaches in architecture, such as the complementarity of artistic and artificial intelligence or the introduction of digital design theory, practice and craftsmanship. This research approach should address questions of automation and AI-based design in the context of a sustainable building culture and a societally-oriented urban perspective. An integrated design vision – including technological aspects, design and functionality – and interdisciplinary collaboration are central to this approach. The preferred candidate has an intimate knowledge of teaching architectural and design methodologies and is comfortable with traditional design skills, as well as an expert with research in digital design methods, strategies and building processes. Position You will contribute to the University of Antwerp’s three core tasks: education (40%), research (40%) and services (20%). Your role also includes organisational and managerial aspects. Education
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