Design Lab Expert (m/f/d)

Join Austria's newest public technical university and shape the future of research and education in digital technologies. As a Design Lab Expert, you will play a key role in establishing and running the Design Lab, providing a platform for hands-on learning and creative design processes.

• Ensure the smooth operation of the Design Lab, including managing equipment, materials, and resources
• Support students and professors in their design projects and foster hands-on experience
• Contribute to the design and implementation of projects
• Implement and monitor safety protocols, including the safe handling of design materials and tools
• Train lab support personnel in the use of specialized design tools, adherence to safety protocols, and proper execution of design processes
• Stay updated on new design technologies and recommend upgrades or new acquisitions for the Design Lab
• Ensure the maintenance and calibration of design equipment, as well as the proper management of lab supplies
• Oversee inventory management, track supplies, and place orders for necessary materials

• Relevant academic education, ideally a PhD degree or comparable practical experience for example in Industrial Design
• Experience working with design technologies and methods, as well as hands-on experience with design tools and software
• Good at supporting students and assisting in creative processes
• Technical understanding and the ability to train individuals in the use of specialized design tools
• Strong understanding of safety protocols and procedures, including relevant certifications if applicable
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English

• Participate in building up Austria's newest public technical university, shaping the interdisciplinary future of research and education in digital technologies
• Develop and operate a fully equipped Design Lab for educational and research purposes
• Collaborate with international experts and small student groups on exciting projects
• Dynamic, digital work environment with a start-up atmosphere
• Free Austrian Climate Ticket (optimal public transport connections)
• Competitive salary starting from €4.500 gross/month (14 times per year), with the possibility of overpayment based on qualifications and experience.

Interested?
We look forward to your application! Please submit your CV, motivation letter including salary expectations and your earliest availability.

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