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# Research Associate in Computational Design and Digital Fabrication (Onsite)

- **Company:** University of Michigan
- **Location:** Ann Arbor, MI, United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $70,000.0
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** 3D Printing, Adobe Creative Cloud, Data Analysis, Software Applications, Presentation Programs, Video Editing, Performance Testing, Rhino
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/apply/282604

## About the Role

* Master's degree (MS) or equivalent experience in one of the following: concrete and clay 3D printing research, robotic programming, architectural design
 * Software proficiency: Rhino, Grasshopper (or other scripting capabilities), Adobe suite (including video processing)
 * Experience in performance testing and data capture (bench scale and/or assembly level)
 * Experience with design integration and performance-based computational analysis
 * Proficient in project coordination and management (logistics, deadlines, etc.)
 * Prior experience in building and/or architecture practice a plus

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

## Description

The Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning is looking for a research associate in computational design and digital fabrication. Reporting to Tsz Yan Ng, associate professor of architecture, you will work on robotic 3D printing processes such as concrete and clay printing. You will work in the digital fabrication lab (FabLab) for full-scale construction projects and conduct several types of testing for performance data collection. We are looking for an organized individual, comfortable working collaboratively with other disciplines and large teams (i.e. engineering, design, bioengineering, environmental science, landscape architecture)., * Conduct experimental research on 3D printing and climate-based research

 * Conduct experiments for performance data capture, analyze data, and work iteratively with prototyping processes
 * Prepare presentations, graphics, diagrams, videos, and reports
 * Apply research skills for literature review, writing, and design work


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