PhD position on Understanding and Designing AI Decision Support for Architectural Design Practice (HCC)

PhD position onUnderstanding and Designing AI Decision Support for Architectural Design Practice

Be part of the future of creativity support for professionals at Aalborg University!

This interdisciplinary project investigates how generative AI can be incorporated into the building design and operation process. Particularly we seek to support architects to design more sustainable buildings through simulation-assisted performance feedback regarding initial design concepts. We will explore how AI systems can augment professionals creativity toward concurrent optimization of human health and energy efficiency. This PhD position will combine fieldwork in real-world architectural settings with human-centric environmentally responsible application of AI tools.

You will join an active interdisciplinary research team with strong ties to architectural practice.

The position is open for appointment as of August 1st 2026 or soon hereafter. The position is a three-year role located in the Department of Computer Science at Aalborg Universitys Technical Faculty for IT and addition to the Department of Computer Science the project involves close collaboration with the Department of Architecture Design and Media Technology and is part of a larger project involving at least one other PhD candidate and a postdoctoral researcher. The candidates workplace will be in Aalborg.

Your work tasks
The PhD candidate will study the needs of creative professionals in particular architects in integrating decision support during design ideation. Your work will combine requirements gathering with interactive system development and empirical evaluation in real world settings. You will have the opportunity to shape the project based on your interests and in collaboration with a leading architectural firm.

The candidate is expected to publish in leading Human-Computer Interaction venues.

Your competencies
You hold a masters degree in human-computer interaction computer science interaction design applied artificial intelligence architectural design or a related field. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds demonstrating strong collaboration skills and the ability to acquire new skills and technologies. Outstanding spoken and written communication skills in English are essential. Prior expertise in architecture is not required. Experience with HCI research digital prototyping and/or AI tools is an advantage.

Qualification requirements
PhD stipends are allocated to individuals who hold a Masters degree. PhD stipends are normally for a period of 3 years. It is a prerequisite for allocation of the stipend that the candidate will be enrolled as a PhD student at the Technical Doctoral School of IT and Design in accordance with the regulations of Ministerial Order No. 1124 of September 19 2025 on the PhD Programme at the Universities and Certain Higher Artistic Educational Institutions. According to the Ministerial Order the progress of the PhD student shall be assessed at regular points in time.

Who we are
The selected candidate will be part of the Human-Augmentation and Collaboration research group within the Human-Centered Computing Section at Aalborg Universitys Department of Computer Science. We provide an ambitious and supportive research environment focused on the design and evaluation of interactive systems that extend human cognitive affective and collaborative capabilities in digital environments. Our research examines how emerging digital technologies such as artificial intelligence social computing and mobile devices impact both individual experiences and practices as well as collaboration within and across groups.

How to apply

Your application must include the following:

• Application stating reasons for applying and qualifications in relation to the position.
• Project description: a maximum two-page description outlining the applicants thoughts and ideas on possible research directions within the context of the topic outlined above.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Diplomas (bachelor and masters degrees).

The application must be submitted via Aalborg Universitys recruitment system which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aalborg Universitys website.

Aalborg University wants to reflect the surrounding society and has diversity as a core value. Therefore everyone regardless of personal background and orientation is encouraged to apply for the position.

Do you have any questions
If you have any questions about the position you are more than welcome to contact us. You will find contact persons at the bottom of the jobpost.

Further information
Read more about our recruitment process here.

The assessment of candidates for the position will be carried out by qualified experts.
Shortlisting will be applied. This means that after the application deadline the head of the department with the assistance of the hiring committee will select the applicants to be assessed. All applicants will be informed whether they have been shortlisted for assessment or not.

The hiring process at Aalborg University may include a risk assessment as a tool to identify potential risks associated with new hires ensuring the safety compliance and integrity of the workplace.

Read more about The Technical Doctoral School of IT and Design

Salary and terms of employment
The employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities (the Appointment Order) and the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities (in Danish).

Salary and terms of employment are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the state (AC collective agreement) (in Danish)

There is a mutual probationary period of 3 months for the position.

Aalborg University - Knowledge for the world
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