University Assistant Predoctoral - Project H4DES - 4D Printing
Explore haptic 4D printing and data visualization as a predoctoral researcher at the University of Vienna.
Best for:Best for computer science graduates with a strong interest in human-computer interaction, digital fabrication, and data visualization.
Overview
The University of Vienna invites applications for a predoctoral university assistant position within the H4DES project at the Faculty of Computer Science, Research Group Visualization and Data Analysis. The project explores how advanced 3D and 4D printing technologies can encode haptic information to enhance human data understanding and perception. The successful candidate will conduct independent research leading to a PhD, engage in interdisciplinary collaboration, and contribute to teaching and departmental administration. Supervision will be provided by a multidisciplinary team from the University of Vienna and TU Wien.
What you'll do
- Develop algorithms to encode multidimensional data into the behavior of elastic 3D-printed objects.
- Design and execute user studies to evaluate multimodal perception combining visual and haptic senses.
- Investigate techniques for sensing user interaction with smart or deformable objects.
- Work towards the completion of a doctoral dissertation within the framework of the project.
- Take on limited administrative, organizational, and teaching tasks within the research group.
Requirements
Degree required: Master’s degree in Computer Science or a closely related field
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; excellent written and spoken proficiency required
Instruction: English
- Strong interest in interdisciplinary research at the intersection of fabrication and human-computer interaction
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or C++
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an international research team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-24
Applicants must submit their application documents, including a motivation letter, CV, academic transcripts, master's thesis abstract, and a research pitch via the official online job portal.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Master's thesis abstract
- BSc + MSc transcripts
- Research statement
- 3 reference letters
Contact
Daniel Pahr
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