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Bauhaus Earth is an interdisciplinary and international Think-and-Make-Tank based in Berlin. The non-profit organisation is dedicated to the regenerative transformation of the built environment. Founded in 2019 by climate scientist Hans Joachim Schellnhuber, today, Bauhaus Earth brings together ca. 50 experts from the fields of science, architecture and planning, governance, and industry. We conduct applied transformation research to drive systemic change, promoting the shift to bio- and geo-based materials, circular construction, the adaptive reuse of existing building stock, the restoration of biodiversity, and the development of cities as natural carbon sinks. *All Things Urban is an official media partner of Bauhaus Earth.*

Bauhaus Earth is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher / Project Lead to contribute to and coordinate applied research projects on bio-based construction in Sub-Saharan Africa. The role sits at the intersection of research, practice, and global construction transformation. The project explores how timber and agricultural resources can support emerging bio-based construction value chains, with a strong focus on logistics, material flows, and coordination between source regions, processing sites, and construction projects. The position combines postdoctoral research with an operational project lead role. While scientific leadership is held by academic partners at the University of Stuttgart, the role at Bauhaus Earth leads day-to-day coordination, research implementation, and collaboration with local partners. The project is part of the Cluster of Excellence IntCDC, offering strong academic visibility and publication opportunities.

- Co-lead two international applied research projects on bio-based construction in Sub-Saharan Africa - Conduct and supervise research on architecture, regenerative materials, value chains, and LCA - Coordinate project timelines, resources, budgets, and communication - Collaborate closely with academic partners at the University of Stuttgart - Oversee reporting, documentation, and dissemination of research results - Publish research outcomes in peer-reviewed scientific journals - Supervise and mentor one locally based team member in Sub-Saharan Africa - Travel for multiple research missions, including one extended stay

- PhD in architecture, spatial planning, engineering, material science, or related field - Minimum 3 years of professional experience in research and project management - Experience working in or with an African context preferred - Strong background in scientific research methods and academic writing - Proven publication record in peer-reviewed journals - Deep knowledge of bio-based materials, construction systems, and supply chains - Familiarity with life cycle assessment (LCA) methodologies - Experience coordinating interdisciplinary or international projects - Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills - Ability to work independently and balance fieldwork with academic research - Based in Berlin or willing to relocate - High willingness to travel internationally

- Contract: Fixed-term, project-based (up to 3 years) - Workload: 80–100% (32–40 hours/week) - Salary: TV-L E13, Step 4 - Earliest start date: 1 March 2026 (or by arrangement) - Hybrid working options - Workplace in Berlin - Subsidy for Job Deutschlandticket - Academic visibility through Cluster of Excellence IntCDC

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