Our interest in data-driven approaches is twofold:

(i) How can big, open, linked data (BOLD) contribute to improving the analysis and development of the urban built environment? In Dutch cities, a growing volume of various data is being continuously produced. How can these data be used to inform and evaluate decisions taken by urban stakeholders?

(ii) How can data produced by AECO (architecture, engineering, construction and operation of buildings) connect to other BOLD? Throughout the lifecycle of the built environment, a wealth of relevant data is produced that remains largely underutilized in urban decion making. How can these become accessible and interoperable with wider data techniques?

The postdoc researcher is expected to:

(1) Contribute to the development of a framework for urban data analytics that addresses the above questions.

(2) Coordinate activities of the Centre for BOLD Cities at TU Delft.

(3) Develop research proposals to apply for funding to use, test and improve this framework.

All activities will be carried out under supervision by prof. Ellen van Bueren and dr. Alexander Koutamanis, in collaboration with other researchers in the framework of the Centre for BOLD Cities.

Requirements

- PhD in computer or data science

- Proven experience in relevant research

- Affinity with urban questions

- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment

- Excellent communication skills

Fixed-term contract: 1 year.

TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, a discount for health insurance and sport memberships, and a monthly work cost contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged. An International Children's Centre offers childcare and an international primary school. Dual Career Services offers support to accompanying partners. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.

Delft University of Technology

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is a multifaceted institution offering education and carrying out research in the technical sciences at an internationally recognised level. Education, research and design are strongly oriented towards applicability. TU Delft develops technologies for future generations, focusing on sustainability, safety and economic vitality. At TU Delft you will work in an environment where technical sciences and society converge. TU Delft comprises eight faculties, unique laboratories, research institutes and schools.

https://www.tudelft.nl

Faculty Architecture & the Built Environment

Since its foundation 110 years ago, the Faculty of Architecture and the Built Environment has built up a solid international reputation for training architects, urban planners and designers, as well as for its research portfolio and coaching of PhD candidates. With around 2600 students and 500 staff members, with around 230 FTEs devoted to academic positions, our faculty is one of the largest of Delft University of Technology and one of the most prestigious architecture and the built environment faculties globally. Traditionally, the faculty has prioritised high-quality training in design and research in the field of the built environment. Over 40 chairs cover a wide range of academic areas in design, process and technology, which together cover the entire field of the built environment. The faculty has a budget of around €38 million, of which approximately €7 million is sourced indirectly and from contracts with third parties.

The Department of Management in the Built Environment (MBE) provides education and performs scientific research in the management of the built environment. MBE helps to meet the growing demand for building engineers with the necessary knowledge and skills relating to the management aspects of the initiation, development, and design of the built environment.

Section UDM (Urban Development Management) focuses on challenges faced in cities and urban regions today and integrated, area-based approaches to urban questions.

https://www.tudelft.nl/en/architecture-and-the-built-environment/