Postdoctoral AI for IEQ & Decarbonization in Extreme Climates

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah's School of Architecture invites applications for a two-year postdoctoral scholar position focused on AI for IEQ, building decarbonization and thermal comfort in extreme climates. The role includes research, potential co-teaching, and collaboration across disciplines.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D., has strong skills in AI methods, energy modeling (EnergyPlus), and data analysis, and can contribute to grant-funded projects and scholarly publications.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required with strong research record in AI for IEQ, building decarbonization, and thermal comfort.
• Experience in AI methods, data analysis, and simulation tools.
• Knowledge of energy modeling and building systems is essential.
• Ability to publish and present research findings in high-impact venues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct AI/ML research for IEQ, decarbonization, and thermal comfort in extreme climates.
• Run simulations, lab and field experiments; analyze results.
• Develop and apply numerical models for thermal components and systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across the University of Utah and external partners.
• Lead manuscript preparation and contribute to grant proposals.
• Deliver teaching for up to two courses per academic year.

Skills

AI

IEQ

Thermal comfort

Building optimization

Lab experiments

Education

Ph.D. degree

Tools

EnergyPlus

Python

PyTorch

MATLAB

LabVIEW

C++

Job description

University of Utah's School of Architecture invites applications for a two-year postdoctoral scholar position focused on AI for IEQ, building decarbonization and thermal comfort in extreme climates. The role includes research, potential co-teaching, and collaboration across disciplines.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D., has strong skills in AI methods, energy modeling (EnergyPlus), and data analysis, and can contribute to grant-funded projects and scholarly publications.