Be part of the future of creativity support for professionals at Aalborg University!
This interdisciplinary project investigates how generative AI can be incorporated into the building design and operation process. Particularly, we seek to support architects to design more sustainable buildings through simulation-assisted performance feedback regarding initial design concepts. We will explore how AI systems can augment professionals’ creativity toward concurrent optimization of human health and energy efficiency. This PhD position will combine fieldwork in real-world architectural settings with human-centric, environmentally responsible application of AI tools.
You will join an active, interdisciplinary research team with strong ties to architectural practice!
The position is open for appointment as of August 1st, 2026, or soon hereafter. The position is a three-year role, located at the Department of Architecture, Design and Media Technology at Aalborg University's Technical Faculty for IT and Design. In addition to the Department of Architecture, Design, and Media Technology, the project involves close collaboration with the Department of Computer Science and is part of a larger project involving at least one other PhD candidate and a postdoctoral researcher. The candidate’s workplace will be in Aalborg.
Your work tasks
The PhD candidate will focus on the integration of building performance assessment methods in the AI-assisted generative design workflows in architectural practice.
The candidate is expected to publish in leading building science venues.
Your competencies
You hold a master's degree in architectural engineering, civil engineering or a related field. Candidates with experience in areas such as building performance simulation, environmental sensing, data mining, and statistics are specifically encouraged to apply. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds, demonstrating strong collaboration skills and the ability to acquire new skills and technologies.
Qualification requirements
PhD stipends are allocated to individuals who hold a Master's degree. PhD stipends are normally for a period of 3 years. It is a prerequisite for allocation of the stipend that the candidate will be enrolled as a PhD student at the Technical Doctoral School of IT and Design in accordance with the regulations of Ministerial Order No. 1124 of September 19, 2025 on the PhD Programme at the Universities and Certain Higher Artistic Educational Institutions. According to the Ministerial Order, the progress of the PhD student shall be assessed at regular points in time.
As part of the PhD study, you are among other things required to complete PhD courses corresponding to 30 ECTS, gain experience with teaching or other forms of knowledge dissemination and complete an external research stay outside of Aalborg University, preferably 3-6 months at a foreign research institution.
Who we are
The Department of Architecture, Design, and Media Technology has as its goal the development of an innovative cluster of engineering-based environments for education and research which integrate creativity, engineering and technology within the disciplines of architecture, urban design, industrial design, digital design and interactive media. The department is a leading research and educational environment in Denmark that addresses the challenge of the interplay between creativity and technology, and develops new areas in research and education directed towards the end-user.
You can read more about the department here: https://www.create.aau.dk/om-create.
How to apply
Your application must include the following:
- Application, stating reasons for applying and qualifications in relation to the position
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Diplomas (bachelor's and master's degree diploma, including grades)
- Project description: a maximum two-page description outlining the applicant’s thoughts and key ideas on possible research directions within the context of the topic outlined above.
- Other relevant documents
The application must be submitted via Aalborg University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aalborg University's website.
Aalborg University wants to reflect the surrounding society and has diversity as a core value. Therefore, everyone, regardless of personal background and orientation, is encouraged to apply for the position.
Do you have any questions?
If you have any questions about the position, you are more than welcome to contact us. You will find contact persons at the bottom of the jobpost.
The interviews are held on 22.06.26 - 06.07.2026.
Further information
Read more about our recruitment process here.
The assessment of candidates for the position will be carried out by qualified experts.
Shortlisting will be applied. This means that after the application deadline, the head of the department, with the assistance of the hiring committee, will select the applicants to be assessed. All applicants will be informed whether they have been shortlisted for assessment or not.
The hiring process at Aalborg University may include a risk assessment as a tool to identify potential risks associated with new hires, ensuring the safety, compliance, and integrity of the workplace.
Read more about The Technical Doctoral School of IT and Design
Salary and terms of employment
The employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities (the Appointment Order) and the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities (in Danish).
Salary and terms of employment are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the state (AC collective agreement) (in Danish)
There is a mutual probationary period of 3 months for the position.
Aalborg University - Knowledge for the world
Aalborg University is an international workplace with more than 3,700 employees. We offer real-world-oriented education and create world-class research results through collaboration between researchers, students, and public and private companies. This is how we achieve insights, new solutions to societal problems, and knowledge that changes the world. Our main campus is in Aalborg, but we also have campuses in Esbjerg and Copenhagen.
INFORMATIONER OM STILLINGEN:
- Arbejdspladsen ligger i:
Aalborg Kommune
-Virksomheden tilbyder:
-Arbejdsgiver:
Aalborg Universitet, Rendsburggade, 9000 Aalborg
-Ansøgning:
Ansøgningsfrist: 26-05-2026;
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