Scientific Assistant - PRISM

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About the Project

PRISM is an ETH Innovedum research and teaching project based at the Chair of Prof. Jan De Vylder (D-ARCH). The project develops AI-assisted tools for architectural drawing archiving, analysis, and teaching integration. It runs from Autumn 2026 to April 2028 and is partially funded by ETH Innovedum.

The Role

We are looking for a motivated and curious architect to join the PRISM project as a Scientific / Research Assistant. You will take on a central role in the project, working across architectural content, digital tools, and AI-supported processes.

This is a hands-on role at the intersection of architectural drawing culture and emerging digital methods. You will collaborate closely with the project leads Jan De Vylder, Angélique Kuenzle and Johanna Roth, and work alongside a student assistant.

Employment Conditions

Duration: approx. 1 year – starting October 1, 2026

Workload: 20 - 40%

Location: ETH Zürich, D-ARCH

Salary: according to ETH guidelines for scientific staff

Aufgaben-/Stellenbeschreibung

Support drawing archiving and digitisation processes

Assist in AI model training and image labelling

Contribute to database build-up, full stack application development, and UX/UI implementation

Help set up and maintain ETH digital infrastructure

Participate in project coordination, documentation, and communication

Contribute to the integration of project outcomes into studio teaching

Application experience in funding for bigger grants

Ihr Profil

Background in architecture, with a strong interest in drawing, spatial representation, and chair culture

Genuine curiosity about AI tools and digital methods in an architectural context

Experience with Python programming, modern web development and AI coding agents; experience with cloud deployment is a plus

Structured, reliable, and able to work independently within a small team

Good communication skills in English (German a plus)

Wir bieten

Your job with impact: Become part of ETH Zurich, which not only supports your professional development, but also actively contributes to positive change in society

You can expect numerous benefits, such as public transport season tickets and car sharing, a wide range of sports offered by the ASVZ, childcare and attractive pension benefits

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We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

A short letter of motivation

CV

A selection of relevant work (portfolio, please also indicate if you have done a studio in our chair)

Further information about the Departement of Architecture can be found on our Website. Questions regarding the position should be directed to [email protected].

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.