School of Architecture, Planning, and Policy Development (SAPPK), Institut Teknologi Bandung, Indonesia
About us
The School of Architecture, Planning, and Policy Development (SAPPK), Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB) is a leading institution in architecture, urban and regional planning, and policy development. Committed to excellence in research, education, and societal engagement, SAPPK ITB promotes interdisciplinary collaboration to address challenges in sustainability, resilience, and urban transformation.
PPMI ITB (Research, Community Service, and Innovation) is ITB’s internal funding program supporting research, community engagement, and innovation by faculty, expertise groups, and students. It aims to boost research productivity, enhance academic quality, and strengthen ITB’s research culture.
Through the PPMI scheme, SAPPD ITB invites applications for Postdoctoral Researchers and PhD Research Assistants to join ongoing research initiatives. Successful candidates will work in a dynamic academic environment and contribute to high-quality research with national and international relevance.
Research topics available are:
- Architecture, Housing, and Adaptive Design
- Urban Development, Urbanization, and Regional Transformation
- Cultural Heritage, Conservation, and Tourism
- Governance, Community, and Socio-Economic Transformation
- Building Materials, Structures, and Technology
More detail information on the sub-topic please check the list below:
Development Management and Policy Development Research Group
PI: Dr. Aulia Arfida Paramita, S.T., M.P.W.K.
Research Title: Spatio-Temporal and Multiscalar Dynamics of State-Led Coastal Megaprojects in Indonesia: A Comparative Study of Jakarta Bay and Benoa Bay
Position: Postdoctoral
Urban Planning and Design Research Group
PI: Dr. Ir. Iwan Kustiwan, M.T.
Research Title: The Impact of the Development of the Nusantara Capital City (IKN) on the Sustainability of the Peri-Urban Area: Analysis of the Production–Living–Ecological (PLE) Space until 2045
Position: PhD
PI: Prof. Ir. Haryo Winarso, M.Eng., Ph.D.
Research Title: Reactive Commodification of the Archipelago
Position: PhD
Regional and Rural Planning Research Group
PI: Saut Aritua Hasiholan Sagala, S.T., M.Sc., Ph.D.
Research Title: Design of Adaptive Fishermen’s Areas and Settlements as a Coastal Resilience Strategy: Micro-Meso Study in Eretan Wetan Village, Indramayu
Position: PhD
PI: Adiwan Fahlan Aritenang, ST., M.GIT., Ph.D.
Research Title: Study on the Impact of Heat Exposure from Urban Activities
Position: Postdoctoral
PI: Ir. Tubagus Furqon Sofhani, M.A., Ph.D.
Research Title: [IRVINE] – Institutionalizing Rural Intrapreneurialism: Dynamics of Power, Governance Structures and the Sustainability of Village Enterprises
Position: PhD
PI: Wilmar A. Salim, S.T., M.Reg.Dev., Ph.D.
Research Title: Study of Political Ecology-Economy of Urban Development in Java Island
Position: Postdoctoral
Housing and Settlement Research Group
PI: Dr.Eng. Dian Sekartaji, S.T.
Research Title: Vertical Housing in Tod Central City Areas: Multi-Level Comfort Model, Total Cost-of-Living, Walkability, Willingness to Walk, and Residential Sustainability (Jakarta–Bandung–Surabaya)
Position: PhD
PI: Dr. Allis Nurdini, S.T, M.T.
Research Title: (Re)Thinking Design for Housing Resilience: The Composition of Tacit Knowledge and Regular Approaches in Water-Sensitive Residential Landscapes
Position: PhD
PI: Ir. Wiwik Dwi Pratiwi, M.E.S, Ph.D.
Research Title: Transformation of Typo-Morphology and Agency Networks in the Transformation of Residential Areas into Commercial and Service Functions, Case Study: Residential Buildings on the Main Road Corridor of Bandung City, Indonesia
Position: PhD
Building Technology Research Group
PI: Dr.-Ing. Andry Widyowijatnoko, S.T., M.T.
Research Title: Structural Assessment of Barcom Joints Based on Radial Compression of Gigantochloa apus
Position: Postdoctoral
Architectural Design Research Group
PI: Aswin Indraprastha, S.T., M.T., M.Eng., Ph.D.
Research Title: Multi-Objective Algorithmic Optimization for Tropical Bioclimatic Architecture: Integration of Local Standards and Machine Learning for High-Performance Building Envelopes
Position: PhD
PI: Dr.GES. Mohammad Zaini Dahlan, S.P., M.Si.
Research Title: Cultural Philosophy in Urban Landscapes: A Comparative Study of Landscape Structure, Urban Planning, and Traditional House Adaptation in Yogyakarta, Indonesia and Nara, Japan
Position: PhD
Economic Systems and Modelling Research Group
PI: Dr. Pringgo Dwiyantoro, S.E., M.M., M.Si.
Research Title: From Transit Point to High-Value Destination: Leveraging CLV and Key Performance Analysis in the Digital Transformation of the Traditional Village of Bena
Position: PhD
PI: Dr. Ir. Siti Herni Rochana, M.Si.
Research Title: Economic Trade-Off Analysis between Cultural Preservation and Environmental Conservation: Estimation of Tourists’ Willingness to Pay for the Implementation of Foreign Tourist Levies in Bali
Position: PhD
History, Theory, and Architectural Criticism Research Group
PI: Dr. Yunita Dwi Adisaputri, S.T., M.T.
Research Title: Conservation and Sustainability Strategies for Building Traditions and Habitable Cultures of the Banten Kidul Customary Unity in the Context of Modernization and Globalization
Position: PhD
PI: Indah Widiastuti, S.T., M.T., Ph.D.
Research Title: Sundanese People’s Settlement Culture
Position: PhD
Regional and Urban Infrastructure Systems Research Group
PI: Dr. I Gusti Ayu Andani, S.T., M.T.
Research Title: Life Events and Accessibility Trajectories: Understanding Mobility Inequality Over the Life Course
Position: Postdoctoral
Research Description: Investigate how major life events (e.g., starting a job, childbirth, migration, disability, retirement, education transitions) reshape individuals’ accessibility to opportunities and produce changing patterns of mobility inequality.
Candidate Criteria (additional):
- Hold a PhD degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Transportation Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geography, or a closely related discipline.
- Demonstrated knowledge in urban and transport studies, with a strong conceptual understanding of transport accessibility and mobility equity.
- Proven experience in applying both qualitative and quantitative research methods, including case study analysis, stakeholder engagement, focus group facilitation, survey design, and spatial data analysis.
- Familiarity with relevant analytical tools and software (e.g., R, Python, Stata, SPSS, ArcGIS/QGIS, or transport modelling platforms) is highly desirable.
- Capacity to work independently, manage research timelines, and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary academic teams and stakeholder networks.
- Excellent academic writing, analytical thinking, and oral communication skills in English, as evidenced by prior publications, reports, or thesis work.
- Optional but beneficial: prior involvement in projects related to transport planning, digital mobility platforms, or inclusive infrastructure development in developing country contexts.
PI: Prof. Dr. Sri Maryati, S.T., M.I.P.
Research Title: Low Impact Development: Land Use Changes and Green Infrastructure in Indonesia
Position: PhD
Candidate criteria (additional):
- Educational background: Regional and Urban Planning or Landscape Architecture, or having experience and interest in the field,
- Possessing spatial analysis skills,
- Having publications in international journals or nationally indexed Sinta journals
Your role
Depending on the position, the successful candidate will be expected to:
- Conduct collaborative and independent research under the PPMI funding scheme
- Contribute to the development of research frameworks, methodologies, and outputs
- Assist in literature reviews, data collection, analysis, modelling, simulation, or fieldwork, as relevant to the project
- Prepare academic publications for reputable international journals and conferences
- Support the preparation of research reports, presentations, and dissemination materials
- Participate in project meetings, seminars, and academic discussions
Your profile
For Postdoctoral Researcher applicants should have:
- A PhD degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Urban Design, Building Technology, Environmental Design, Policy Studies, or a closely related field
- Strong research background demonstrated through publications, conference presentations, or funded research involvement
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment
- Experience in academic writing and publication
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Fluency in English is required
For PhD Research Assistant applicants should have:
- A Master’s degree in Architecture, Planning, Urban Studies, Building Science, Environmental Engineering, Policy, or a related field
- Strong interest in pursuing or supporting doctoral-level research
- Demonstrated ability in academic research, data analysis, and scholarly writing
- Motivation to work in a multidisciplinary research team
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Fluency in English is required
We offer
- Salary: Postdoctoral 10million IDR/month and PhD 8million IDR/month (including tuition fee)
- Opportunity to work at one of Indonesia’s leading universities
- A stimulating and collaborative interdisciplinary research environment
- Involvement in research with strong academic and practical relevance
- Opportunities for academic publication
- Professional development through close collaboration with faculty members and research teams
- Fixed-term (until the end of 2026) research appointment under the PPMI funding scheme with possibility to continue the next year
How to apply
Please submit your application by email to: ppmi_sappk@itb.ac.id before 17 April 2026.
Subject line: Application for Postdoctoral Researcher / PhD Research Assistant – PPMI SAPPK ITB – [Topic/Research Area]
Applications should include:
- Curriculum Vitae (includes your list of publications)
- Cover letter detailing your motivation, relevant background, research interests, and suitability for the position
- Degree certificates and academic transcripts
- Contact details of two academic referees
Early applications are strongly encouraged, as applications may be reviewed on a rolling basis.