Professor of Architecture Sciences

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:

1. Motivation letter

2. Completed ZAP job application appendix

3. Academic CV

4. Research plan

5. Vision on (studio) pedagogy and teamwork

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to:

• Propose a 4-year PhD project

• Participate in an assessment centre

In your application, please refer to Polytechnicpositions.com