Assistant Professor (tenure track)/Associate Professor in Computational and Generative Design

Aarhus University; Aarhus; On-site; DKK 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Aarhus University invites applications for an Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) / Associate Professor in Computational and Generative Design. The position focuses on scientific computing, AI, and automating design for civil engineering structures.

Starting by Aug 1, 2027, the role blends teaching, supervision, and externally funded research at national and international levels. The candidate will advance computational and generative design, collaborate with industry, and contribute to the

Qualifications

• Strong background in scientific computing and programming languages.
• Experience in parametric and algorithmic design for buildings.
• Proven potential for high-impact research and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teaching B.Sc. and M.Sc. courses in structural and computational design.
• Supervising multidisciplinary projects and theses.
• Conducting externally funded research at national/international levels.
• Building collaborations with Danish industry.

Skills

Python

Julia

C#

C++

MATLAB

Rhino/Grasshopper

Physics-informed ML

Generative AI for design

Teaching computational design

Supervision of theses

Education

B.Sc.

M.Sc.

Ph.D.

Tools

Rhino

Grasshopper

Job description

Assistant Professor (Tenure Track)/Associate Professor In Computational And Generative Design

Are you interested in scientific computing, artificial intelligence, and how they can automate and enhance design of civil engineering structures? Are you interested in creating societal impact with your research? Then the Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering of Aarhus University invites you to apply for this position.

The expected starting date is no later than August 1 2027.

Your tasks

• Teaching/upgrading existing courses related to Structural Engineering at both B.Sc. and M.Sc. level in Civil and Architectural Engineering programmes.
• Supervising students at different levels (e.g., multidisciplinary projects, master theses, doctoral theses).
• Conducting research through externally sponsored grants at national and international levels.
• Establishing relevant collaborations with the Danish industry.
• Contributing to the operation of the department.

We are looking for a candidate that can enhance the department's competencies in computational design. The candidate shall hold:

• Engineering background (B.Sc. and M.Sc.).
• Doctoral degree in a relevant field of research.
• High-level proficiency in English.

The following qualifications and experience are required:

• Scientific computing, possibly with different programming languages (e.g., Python, Julia, C#, C++ MATLAB).
• Parametric and algorithmic building design using, e.g., Rhino/Grasshopper tool suite.
• Physics-informed machine learning, generative and agentic AI for building design automation.
• Teaching and developing computational and generative design courses related to structural engineering.
• Supervision of undergraduate and graduate students (B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. theses).

Candidates must demonstrate potential for outstanding research and teaching. The selected candidate shall demonstrate:

• Some years of post-graduate research and publication experience are required. A pre-existing and growing international research network is expected. Prior collaboration with the Danish innovation ecosystem is desired, but not essential.
• Experience from successful external research collaborations with industry and academia, project management skills. Experience in the attraction of external funding is preferred.
• Research ability documented through rising publication and citation records evidenced by appropriate bibliometric parameters in reputable international peerreviewed journals.
• Well-defined research focus and sound strategy to develop a research group.

The Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering at Aarhus University is a growing engineering environment with a clear vision for the future of the built environment.

Through research, education, and collaboration with industry and public-sector partners, we contribute to developing technological solutions that support a more sustainable built environment.

Education is a central part of the department's identity. We offer Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD programmes in engineering and continuously work to improve the connection between research, teaching, and practice.

We offer an innovative and collaborative teaching and research environment with close interaction between students, researchers, and industry partners. The department provides well-developed research infrastructure, laboratories, and access to shared technical facilities. We offer an interdisciplinary environment with national, international, and industrial collaborators. Our academic environment is built on collaboration, knowledge sharing, and professional dialogue. The workplace is characterised by professionalism, flexibility, and a healthy work-life balance. The department is located at Navitas on the waterfront in Aarhus, Denmark.

The place of work is at Navitas, Inge Lehmanns Gade 10, 8000 Aarhus C, Denmark. The area of employment is Aarhus University with related departments.

Applications must be received no later than December 14 2026.

Shortlisting is used. This means that after the deadline for applications - and with the assistance from the assessment committee chairman, and the assessment committee if necessary, - the head of department selects the candidates to be evaluated. The selection is made on the basis of an assessment of who of the candidates are most relevant considering the requirements of the advertisement. All applicants will be notified within 6 weeks whether or not their applications have been sent to an expert assessment committee for evaluation. The selected applicants will be informed about the composition of the committee and will receive his/her assessment.

Technical Sciences refers to the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Danish Universities under the Danish Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation. The application must be in English and include a curriculum vitae, degree certificate, a complete list of publications, a statement of future research plans and information about research activities, teaching portfolio and verified information on previous teaching experience (if any). Appointment shall be in accordance with the collective labour agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. Further information on qualification requirements and job content may be found in the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Danish Universities. Salary and terms as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Confederation of Professional Unions at basic salary steps 4-8.