#TRANSFORMINGTOMORROW: MAKE A DIFFERENCE WITH US.

IT:U is Austria‘s first public interdisciplinary university dedicated to digital transformation for the benefit of our society, economy and environment.

Join us as a

Design Lab Expert*

Your tasks:

• 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

Your strengths and skills:

• 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

What you can expect:

• 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.