Whole wood concept in teaching and research Architectural Assistant position
École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne, EPFL
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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 18,500 people, including over 14,000 students and 4,000
researchers from more than 120 different countries.
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
Reference: 1467
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 18,500 people, including over 14,000 students and 4,000
researchers from more than 120 different countries.
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
Reference: 1467