Postdoc in Predictive Assessment of Additive Manufacturing in Robotic Construction - DTU Construct

The Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) invites excellent candidates to join our team for research positions:

Fully-funded PostDoc position (for 2-years)
Successful candidates will have an exciting opportunity to work on the AM2PM project that focuses on “Monitoring Environmental Impact in Construction Projects”, “Digital Twin Construction”, “Extended Realities for Workforce Training”, “Lifecycle Assessment”, “Human Robot Interaction”, “Additive Manufacturing/3D printing”, and/or “Automation and Robotics in Construction Production”.

Project description and qualifications
The AM2PM project is funded by the European Union and targets the creation and use of smart technologies for designing, planning, and monitoring automated construction fabrication methods (robotics) while integrating real-time lifecycle data into decision-making that substantially reduces the construction phase’s environmental impact.

The selected candidate will work on DTs related to LCA, HRI, and construction safety, health, and well-being. The projects target predictive LCAs for 3D printing using Fabrication Information Modeling (FIM), run-time autonomous data collection and analysis, human-machine interaction, productivity monitoring, and proactive personalized feedback and learning methods (using augmented and/or virtual realities).

We seek excellent candidates with backgrounds in: Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering, Computer and Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline such as Mechanical Engineering. 

Candidates must have completed a PhD degree in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering, computer science, or a closely related field. 

A desire to engage in cross-disciplinary research at the intersections of civil, mechanical, electrical engineering and computer science is important. It will be relevant to have deep experience with at least one of the following areas:

• Construction engineering and project management, incl. lean and modern methods of construction production
• Construction informatics, in part related to Building Information Modelling (BIM), ontologies, process modeling, databases, open data standards such as Industry Foundation Classes (IFC), and linked data
• Sensors as part of Internet of Things (IoT) and integration of sensory information in simulation models during run-time
• Data processing, incl. artificial intelligence and machine learning
• Serious gaming (incl. AR/AV/VR) and
• Automation and robotics, incl. human-machine interaction

Having experience in publishing scientific results as well as working with industry is considered an asset in these positions. Applicants must also be able to demonstrate excellent ability to code with or learn computer programming languages, such as C++, C#, Python, and/or Matlab. The successful candidate(s) will join and work as part of a strong interdisciplinary research team and will be involved in interdisciplinary collaborations with industrial partners and international academic collaborators. Opportunities for participation in teaching and mentoring will be given. Travel in some projects may be required. A very good command of the English language, both spoken and written, is essential. A successful candidate is expected to be self-motivated and to publish their results in international peer-reviewed journals.

Assessment and Approval
The initial assessment of the applicants will be made by Professor Jochen Teizer. The employment is subject to further internal approval. 

We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility. 

Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union. 

The period of employment is for 2-years. The positions are available as soon as possible. An envisioned start date is from 1 October 2025 or as soon as possible. Arrangements for flexible work might be possible.

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Place of employment is the Technical University of Denmark, Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, Brovej 118, Office 237, 2800 Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark. 

Further information
Further information may be obtained from Prof. Jochen Teizer at teizerj@dtu.dk. 

If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark.

Application
Please submit your online application no later than the 27 May 2025 (23:59 Danish time). Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply online", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:

• Application (cover letter)
• CV
• Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English)
• List of publications 

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.

DTU Mechanical Engineering covers the fundamental engineering disciplines within Solid mechanics, Fluid mechanics, Coastal and Maritime Engineering, Energy systems and energy conversion, Materials and Surface Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering design and Product development. The department has a scientific staff of about 135 persons, 100 PhD students and a technical/administrative support staff of about 80 persons.

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