Call for Research Position: Graduate Assistant, Student Assistant, or Research Assistant for Fall 2024 / Spring 2025
Call for Research Assistant Position - Fall 2024 / Spring 2025 in Hi-DARS Lab
Join Hi-DARS! Call for Research Assistant Position (SA/GA/RA) - Fall 2024 / Spring 2025
We are looking for a motivated and curious Research Assistant (RA) to join our interdisciplinary team at the Hi-DARS lab. Our lab offers a unique opportunity to work on a variety of projects, including research by design, robotics, AR/VR, computation, and co-authorship in peer-reviewed publications. Additionally, you will contribute to the WindCraft project, focusing on wind integration in architectural design and construction.
About Hi-DARS: The Hi-DARS lab (Hybrid Intelligence Design and Architectural Robotic Setups) is a design research hub committed to leading the integration and advancement of Hybrid Intelligence, Architectural Robotics, and innovative Design Setups in architecture, the construction industry, and built environment technologies. Situated at Texas Tech University Huckabee College of Architecture to enable national and international collaborations, Hi-DARS aims to create a knowledge exchange platform, improving design and construction practices worldwide through emerging technologies and advocating for solutions that are circular, resilient, and adaptive to different geographical contexts.
As part of this research assistant position you will engage in diverse activities such as:
Research by design and prototyping
Computational Design and Robotic Fabrication
Extended Reality (AR/VR) in design, fabrication, and assembly
Co-authorship in peer-reviewed publications
Collaborative Environment: Work in a dynamic and interdisciplinary team
Technologies: Access to advanced manufacturing technologies such as Robotic Fabrication, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, and Concrete 3D Printing, among others
About the WindCraft Project:
Locations: West Texas, The Netherlands, and MENA regions
Focus: Integrating wind into architectural design and construction through a comparative study via research by design, emphasizing wind-resilient building systems
Objectives:
Address challenges and opportunities posed by wind
Promote cleaner energy solutions
Enhance wind resistance and resiliency
Harmonize emerging technologies with regional methods
Candidate Profile and Background: We are open to candidates with various backgrounds and experiences. The ideal candidate may possess one or more of the following qualities:
Curiosity and critical thinking are highly valued over existing skills
Architecture with a strong interest and experience in Computational Design and hands-on fabrication
Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Design
Experience or interest in CFD and wind simulation
Passion for advanced manufacturing technologies
What We Offer:
A collaborative and dynamic research environment
Opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies
Involvement in gaining experience in peer-reviewed publications and co-authorship
In-depth exploration of wind's potential in architecture
Application: Send your CV and portfolio directly to Dr. Sina Mostafavi at sina.mostafavi@ttu.edu.
For more details, visit our Hi-DARS lab website.
Candidates must be registered as Texas Tech students in any of the departments for the Fall 2024 and/or Spring 2025 semesters.
Join us at Hi-DARS and contribute to groundbreaking projects that shape the future of architectural design and technology!
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