Scientific Assistant - PRISM
- Company
- ETH Zürich
- Location
- Zürich
- Publication date
- 09.09.2026
- Reference
- 168139
Description
Einleitungstext
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
Neugierig? Sind wir auch.
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.
Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.
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
Neugierig? Sind wir auch.
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.
Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.