We seek a colleague to strengthen pedagogical innovation and the hands-on education program in regenerative materials. The position combines pedagogy, experimentation, material practice, and coordination: design, coordinate, and deliver experimental learning formats (2h, half-day, full-day, one-week) that translate materials science into architectural and engineering practice.

• Develop a coherent pedagogy grounded in:
  • Learning by doing and iterative experimentation.
  • “Matter before material”: understanding granular, fibrous, binding, soft and water phases through intuitive, counter-intuitive, and phenomenological experiments.
  • Multisensory exercises that foster intuitive understanding.
  • Visible-invisible bridges: tools that reveal micro-to-macro behaviour (time-lapse, polarized light, macro imagery) to connect microstructure, material performance, and structural/architectural form.
  • Transdisciplinary intervention based on role play and design thinking
• Co-create and run workshops on earth/clay, mineral binders, fibres, and more, including preparation of materials, safe lab protocols, and logistics (space, tools, transport).
• Build and maintain a digital and physical library of teaching resources: experiment sheets, step-by-step explanations, and open educational modules.
• Train-the-trainer: support ETH staff, teaching assistants, and external partners to adopt and adapt the pedagogy; promote scalability and reproducibility.
• Contribute to research-aligned teaching: connect workshop insights with ongoing chair projects on mix design, characterization, and process optimization.
• Help to develop coherent teaching input for material development adapted to local resources and specific public (engineer, architect, construction company)

• Passion for regenerative construction and the future of the built environment; enthusiasm for hands-on making.
• Interest in local resources, vernacular techniques, and contemporary reinterpretations that align with scale up, circular and low-carbon construction.
• Academic or professional background in one or more of: architecture, civil/material engineering, materials science, environmental design, design education, or a related field. Master or PhD degree is valued.
• Demonstrated experience in:
  • Designing and delivering experimental higher education or professional training.
  • Workshop facilitation with strong group dynamics and safety culture.
  • Material characterization and formulation (preferably earth/clay and biobased materials), or the ability to learn quickly and collaborate closely with researchers.
  • Creating engaging learning media (protocols, visuals, short videos, time-lapse, documentation).
• Pedagogical competencies: comfort design thinking approach; openness to counter-intuitive experiments as catalysts for understanding.
• Excellent communication skills (English required; German and/or French are a plus).
• Strong organizational skills: planning, logistics, supplier liaison, scheduling, and inventory.
• Team mindset, empathy, and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Driving licence (for local transport of materials and equipment).