2 PhD Positions in Condition Assessment and Design Strategies for Reuse of Façade Glass and Glazing Products | |
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2 PhD Positions in Condition Assessment and Design Strategies for Reuse of Façade Glass and Glazing Products 100%, Zurich, fixed-termThe Steel and Composite Structures Group in the Institute of Structural Engineering (IBK, Prof. Taras) has two open positions for full-time (100%) PhD candidates in Condition Assessment and Design Strategies for Reuse of Façade Glass and Glazing Products. The positions are available with a flexible start date, as soon as possible starting from February 2025. Project backgroundThe two available PhD positions are connected to a four-year research project, funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation and led by Dr Vlad Silvestru, Senior Researcher in the Steel and Composite Structures group at ETH Zurich. The project team also includes Prof Catherine De Wolf from the Circular Engineering for Architecture group, and an Advisory Board consisting of relevant stakeholders from practice. The research project aims at developing solutions and guidelines for retrieving glass from and reusing glass in buildings and hereby at supporting the shift of the facade and glass industries towards a circular economy. This will be achieved by (i) evaluating the type and condition of the aged glass assemblies in windows and façades with metal framing from office and public buildings, (ii) analysing the separability of glass assemblies from other materials in such systems, and experimentally evaluating their condition from a functional and structural perspective, and (iii) developing facade design concepts that account for reuse of glass considering state-of-the-art functional and structural requirements and findings from this project, and showing the benefits that can be achieved with such concepts. Job descriptionThe two successful candidates will work together on the same research project. For some of the tasks they will work separately, while for others they will have to collaborate. The responsibilities will include:
The research project will be managed and coordinated by Dr Vlad Silvestru, while Prof Andreas Taras will be the thesis promoter and first supervisor. More information about the doctorate at ETH Zurich can be found in the AVETH survival guide . ProfileFor the open positions we are looking for doctoral candidates who meet the following requirements:
Additional beneficial competences are:
WorkplaceWe offerThe two open positions are full-time positions initially categorized as ETH rate Standard , with the possibility of an assignment to a higher salary rate (up to rate 5) based on the candidates suitability and a willingness to engage in teaching and other scientific service activities within the research group. Further, you can expect:
ETH Zurich is a family-friendly employer with excellent working conditions. You can look forward to an exciting working environment, cultural diversity and attractive offers and benefits. Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich We value diversityIn line with our values , ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish. Curious? So are we.The application process is now open and will last latest until 30.11.2024. The position is available with a flexible start date, as soon as possible starting from February 2025. We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents prepared in English (please make sure your last name is on all the documents and in the file names):
Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered. Further information about Steel and Composite Structures Group at ETH Zurich can be found on our website . Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr Vlad Silvestru via email at silvestruibk.baug.ethz.ch (no applications). Apply online now
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