PhD Position in Activating History and Heritage of Amsterdam's Bridges and Quaywalls for Sustainable Development and Protection
- Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
- € 2.770 per maand
- Tijdelijk
- Voltijds
- To provide a conceptual background to assure that design interventions respect the site's unique character and heritage value of historic quay walls as part of future sustainable practices,
- To explore how newly reconceptualized multifunctional quay walls, defined here as having multiple spatial purposes, social practices, and cultural meanings can help protect historic features and potentially build on/reinvent historic practices. To facilitate changes in building practices and lifestyles, this the project engages with Living Labs that allow experimentation with temporary quay walls - as permitted by World Heritage regulation during reconstruction moments and in preparation for permanent interventions.
- Completed an MSc degree in Architecture, Urbanism, Heritage Studies, Architectural History, Urban History, Digital Humanities;
- Awareness of and interest in historic developments and wish to connect this analysis to future design;
- Previous experience in data-driven projects, as well as in coding, scripting, and artificial intelligence, preferably with an awareness of space-based processes;
- Familiarity with spatial data analysis, the use of geographic information systems (e.g. ArcGIS) and 3D modelling (e.g. BIM);
- Familiarity with research by design and data-driven design processes;
- Excellent Master study results;
- previous research experience in a transdisciplinary settings;
- Ability to work collaboratively with others (students, faculty, and staff) to create a supportive research and learning environment;
- Advanced Dutch and English language skills.
- Space-based methodologies for historical and heritage analysis.
- Digital humanities approaches for heritage and sustainable development.
- Use of Open Data for heritage protection in line with the UNESCO HUL approach.
- Reflection on the role of Living Labs to advance interconnecting past, present and future.
- You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
- A pre-Employment screening can be part of the selection procedure.
- Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.
via .The position will remain open until June 2, 2024 (local Dutch time + 2 hrs). You must apply via the "Apply now" button. Applications via email will not be processed. Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Delft University of Technology Country Netherlands City Delft Postal Code 2628 CD Street Mekelweg 2 GeofieldWhere to apply WebsiteContact CityDelft WebsiteStreetMekelweg 2 Postal Code2628 CDSTATUS: EXPIRED
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