Scientific Assistant - PRISM
📍 Zurich
Role and responsibilities
Support drawing archiving and digitisation processes Assist in AI model training and image labelling Contribute to database build-up, full stack application development, and UX/UI implementation Help set up and maintain ETH digital infrastructure Participate in project coordination, documentation, and communication Contribute to the integration of project outcomes into studio teaching Application experience in funding for bigger grants
Team / description
PRISM is an ETH Innovedum research and teaching project based at the Chair of Prof. Jan De Vylder (D-ARCH). The project develops AI-assisted tools for architectural drawing archiving, analysis, and teaching integration. It runs from Autumn 2026 to April 2028 and is partially funded by ETH Innovedum.
Qualifications and Skills
Background in architecture, with a strong interest in drawing, spatial representation, and chair culture
Genuine curiosity about AI tools and digital methods in an architectural context
Experience with Python programming, modern web development and AI coding agents; experience with cloud deployment is a plus
Structured, reliable, and able to work independently within a small team
Good communication skills in English (German a plus)