Postdoctoral fellowship in History and Theory of Architecture, ERC-funded project ‘Women Writing Architecture’
Departement: Group Anne Hultzsch
100%, Zurich, fixed term
The Institute for the History and Theory of Architecture (gta) was founded in 1967 as part of the Department of Architecture (D-ARCH). Find out more about the Institute under www.gta.arch.ethz.ch.
Project background
Applications are invited for a three-year postdoctoral fellowship within the ERC-funded project ‘Women Writing Architecture: Female Experiences of the Built 1700-1900’ (WoWA), led by Dr Anne Hultzsch. The project examines how women perceived and described architecture and the city in the 18th and 19th centuries in Europe and Latin America.
Find out more about the project and the research group under www.hultzsch.arch.ethz.ch.
Job description
The postdoctoral fellow will work closely with the PI and the PhD fellow on the project, contribute to organising events and joint publications as well as building the project database, the WoWA Atlas, besides working on his/her own individual project focusing on the Latin American context. According to the candidate’s individual research specialism and interests, she/he will survey and analyse samples of women’s writing, choosing several centres for the macro investigation and then focusing on a small number of case studies to explore questions such as: how did women document the effects of urban expansion and transformation on the public as well as the private realms in South American cities during the period? Did their writing do more than reflect on such changes, i.e. did they wield any influence over architectural developments, however indirect? What was the effect of independence on the role women played in the public sphere and within the built environment?
Candidates will be supported with preparing and presenting papers at international conferences as well as publish their research in peer reviewed journals. The project grant will support conference attendance and an extended stay at a relevant archive in Latin America.
Your profile
We are seeking researchers with a background in the history of architecture, art, or related fields with research experience within Latin America. Suitable candidates hold a PhD in a relevant subject and have begun to publish independently. We are particularly keen on hearing from candidates with experience in archival research within Latin America who have excellent written and spoken communication skills (English and Spanish) alongside an enthusiasm for meticulous research, close reading and feminist history.
ETH Zurich
ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.
Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich
Interested?
We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents (in English):
- Letter of motivation
- Curriculum vitae, including a list of publications
- Contact details for two academic references (contacts only, please; no letters will be accepted)
- Outline of a research project to be completed during the fellowship, within the framework of WoWA and the work package of the Postdoc (4 pages max, see project description above)
Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.
Submission deadline: 31 March 2021, 23:59 CET
Further information about the Institute can be found on our websites: www.doctoral-program.gta.arch.ethz.ch, www.gta.arch.ethz.ch and www.arch.ethz.ch. Questions regarding the position are welcome and should be directed to Dr Anne Hultzsch, hultzsch@arch.ethz.ch (no applications).
For general information on working and studying at ETH, please refer to: www.ethz.ch/en/the-eth-zurich/working-teaching-and-research/welcome-center.
Apply online now
PD Dr. Anne Hultzsch
100%, Zurich, fixed term
The Institute for the History and Theory of Architecture (gta) was founded in 1967 as part of the Department of Architecture (D-ARCH). Find out more about the Institute under www.gta.arch.ethz.ch.
Project background
Applications are invited for a three-year postdoctoral fellowship within the ERC-funded project ‘Women Writing Architecture: Female Experiences of the Built 1700-1900’ (WoWA), led by Dr Anne Hultzsch. The project examines how women perceived and described architecture and the city in the 18th and 19th centuries in Europe and Latin America.
Find out more about the project and the research group under www.hultzsch.arch.ethz.ch.
Job description
The postdoctoral fellow will work closely with the PI and the PhD fellow on the project, contribute to organising events and joint publications as well as building the project database, the WoWA Atlas, besides working on his/her own individual project focusing on the Latin American context. According to the candidate’s individual research specialism and interests, she/he will survey and analyse samples of women’s writing, choosing several centres for the macro investigation and then focusing on a small number of case studies to explore questions such as: how did women document the effects of urban expansion and transformation on the public as well as the private realms in South American cities during the period? Did their writing do more than reflect on such changes, i.e. did they wield any influence over architectural developments, however indirect? What was the effect of independence on the role women played in the public sphere and within the built environment?
Candidates will be supported with preparing and presenting papers at international conferences as well as publish their research in peer reviewed journals. The project grant will support conference attendance and an extended stay at a relevant archive in Latin America.
Your profile
We are seeking researchers with a background in the history of architecture, art, or related fields with research experience within Latin America. Suitable candidates hold a PhD in a relevant subject and have begun to publish independently. We are particularly keen on hearing from candidates with experience in archival research within Latin America who have excellent written and spoken communication skills (English and Spanish) alongside an enthusiasm for meticulous research, close reading and feminist history.
ETH Zurich
ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.
Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich
Interested?
We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents (in English):
- Letter of motivation
- Curriculum vitae, including a list of publications
- Contact details for two academic references (contacts only, please; no letters will be accepted)
- Outline of a research project to be completed during the fellowship, within the framework of WoWA and the work package of the Postdoc (4 pages max, see project description above)
Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.
Submission deadline: 31 March 2021, 23:59 CET
Further information about the Institute can be found on our websites: www.doctoral-program.gta.arch.ethz.ch, www.gta.arch.ethz.ch and www.arch.ethz.ch. Questions regarding the position are welcome and should be directed to Dr Anne Hultzsch, hultzsch@arch.ethz.ch (no applications).
For general information on working and studying at ETH, please refer to: www.ethz.ch/en/the-eth-zurich/working-teaching-and-research/welcome-center.
Apply online now
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