Research associate (f/m/d) in the field of digital tools, simulation, and visualization in the [...]

European Commission; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading scientific organization in Germany is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to work on the 'OSGUT' project, focusing on participatory design and planning processes. The role involves mapping tools, coordinating experiments, and facilitating citizen engagement. Candidates should have experience with digital tools and a passion for collaborative processes in urban planning.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in participatory design and planning.
• Familiarity with digital tools for scenario building and experimentation.
• Ability to coordinate and implement pilot experiments.

Aufgaben

• Mapping existing tools for participatory design.
• Identifying innovative technologies.
• Coordinating pilot experiments in local contexts.
• Designing participatory interventions.
• Linking digital approaches across institutions.
• Supporting knowledge transfer and documenting use cases.

Jobbeschreibung

Offer Description

Area of research:

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

Application Deadline: 31 Aug 2025 - 21:59 (UTC)

The project "OSGUT" aims to establish interactive formats that bridge the gap between simulation models and digital twins, and to develop inclusive planning and design processes. You will explore, co-develop, and test digital tools for participatory scenario building, virtual experimentation, and spatial planning. Responsibilities include:

• Mapping and critically assessing existing tools and digital methods for participatory and transdisciplinary design and planning
• Identifying and adapting innovative technologies for local use cases
• Coordinating and implementing pilot experiments focusing on local contexts (e.g., Karlsruhe), involving digital twins and participatory platforms
• Designing and facilitating participatory interventions and co-creation processes with citizens and stakeholders using digital/virtual tools
• Linking digital approaches across Helmholtz Centers to help shape a cross-institutional simulation infrastructure
• Supporting knowledge transfer and documenting use cases for future research infrastructure proposals

This research is part of the Helmholtz Association, Germany’s largest scientific organization, comprising over 42,000 employees and an annual budget exceeding €5 billion.