University of Antwerp
Department: Architecture
Faculty: Design Sciences
Institution: University of Antwerp, Belgium
Employment Type: Full-time
Start Date: 15 September 2026 (or soon thereafter)
Application Deadline: 16 February 2026 (midnight, Brussels time)
Position Overview
The University of Antwerp seeks a junior or senior professor to establish a new, forward-looking approach to sustainable construction in architecture. The role bridges technical construction knowledge and architectural design, with strong emphasis on circularity, bio-based materials, regenerative design, and resource-conscious building cultures.
The successful candidate will play a central role in shaping education, research, and industry engagement in sustainable construction and is expected to develop an independent research agenda, ideally including the establishment of a dedicated lab.
Key Focus Areas
- Bio-based and circular construction materials
- Circular components and construction processes
- Design for disassembly
- Regenerative and resilient design strategies
- Integration of materials and systems within architectural design
- Collaboration with applied engineering and industry partners
Core Responsibilities
Education (40%)
- Teach materials, construction, and sustainability courses in architecture
- Contribute to Bachelor courses (Construction 1 & 2) and Master courses (Advanced Construction, research seminars)
- Participate in Master-level design studios
- Supervise Master’s and PhD theses
- Advance student-centred, competence-driven curricula with sustainability at the core
Research (40%)
- Develop high-quality research in sustainable materials and construction
- Initiate and manage national and international research projects
- Secure external research funding
- Publish in leading peer-reviewed journals
- Build and maintain an international research network
- Supervise PhD students and postdoctoral researchers
Service & Leadership (20%)
- Participate in academic governance and committees
- Contribute to societal engagement and professional outreach
- Take on coordinating roles in education and research
- Provide motivating, coaching-oriented leadership
Required Profile
- PhD in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Engineering Science, or equivalent
- Several years of postdoctoral experience and/or professional practice
- Strong research profile in construction, materials, or sustainable design
- Proven experience in research funding acquisition
- Affinity with design-oriented architectural education
- Leadership and organisational skills
- Willingness to learn Dutch (CEFR B2; C1 required for programme coordination)
- Experience in architectural or engineering practice is highly recommended
Appointment & Career Path
- Position within Senior Academic Staff (ZAP)
- Rank (Assistant, Associate, Professor, or Full Professor) based on experience
- Junior appointments typically start as tenure-track Assistant Professor (5 years)
- Senior appointments lead to permanent tenure after positive evaluation
- Attractive starter research package:
- One fully funded 4-year PhD project
- €15,000 in consumables
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary according to Belgian ZAP pay scales
- Ecocheques
- Internet allowance
- Bicycle allowance or full public transport reimbursement
- Extensive professional development support
- Family-friendly, inclusive work environment
Application Requirements (English)
Applicants must submit:
- Motivation letter
- Completed ZAP job application appendix
- Academic CV
- Research plan
- Vision on (studio) pedagogy and teamwork
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to:
- Propose a 4-year PhD project
- Participate in an assessment centre
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