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We are now located in 6 distinct studios
New Delhi Studio: Workspace & Research Lab
Gurgaon Studio: Special Meet-up Space
Faridabad Studio: Exclusive experience gallery (INVITE ONLY)
Mumbai Studio: Branch Office
Bengaluru Studio: Branch Office
London Studio: Global Office
NEW STUDIO LAUNCED in LONDON (United Kingdom)
* Meetings & Visit by prior APPOINTMENTS only.
Write to info@rat-lab.org for appointments.
rat[LAB] Delhi Studio
rat[LAB] - Research in Architecture & Technology
A-94B (3rd Floor), Lajpat Nagar - II,
New Delhi - 110024
INDIA
Ph: +91-11-41050425 // Whatsapp (Chat Only): +44 7498 315890
E-mail: info@rat-lab.org
rat[LAB] Gurgaon Studio
Tower A, Paras Twin Towers, Golf Course Road,
Sector 54, Gurugram, Haryana - 122022
INDIA
E-mail: info@rat-lab.org
Whatsapp (Chat Only): +44 7498 315890
rat[LAB] Mumbai Studio
Birla Centurion, 3rd Floor,
Pandurang Budhkar Marg, Worli,
Mumbai, Maharashtra 400030
INDIA
E-mail: info@rat-lab.org
Whatsapp (Chat Only): +44 7498 315890
rat[LAB] Bengaluru Studio
No 135/1, Purva Premier,
Residency Road , Ward No 76, Bangalore,
Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka, 560025
INDIA
E-mail: info@rat-lab.org
Whatsapp (Chat Only): +44 7498 315890
rat[LAB] London Studio
167-169 Great Portland street,
5th Floor, London,
W1W 5PF
UNITED KINGDOM
E-mail: info@rat-lab.org
Whatsapp (Chat Only): +44 7498 315890
careers
rat[LAB] Studio / rat[LAB]EDUCATION / art[LAB] Recruitment 2024-25
[PRIORITY HIRING] MENTIONED BELOW ON IMMEDIATE VACANCIES
Exciting Opportunities Await - Join Our Growing Team!
We're thrilled to announce that our design studio is expanding, and we're on the lookout for exceptional talent to join our new team. As we embark on captivating projects of diverse typologies and scales, we're creating a dynamic environment that fosters innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
This is your chance to be part of a fresh chapter in our studio's journey, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of architectural design. Whether you're a seasoned professional or an aspiring enthusiast, we welcome individuals who are passionate, creative, and driven to push the boundaries of what's possible.
With a diverse range of projects on the horizon, you'll have the chance to broaden your skills, work on exciting challenges, and leave a lasting impact on the built environment. Our supportive team is dedicated to fostering growth and providing a platform for you to thrive professionally.
Come and be part of our vibrant studio as we embark on this new phase of expansion. Together, let's create extraordinary spaces, embrace new learning opportunities, and redefine what's possible in architectural design.
Apply now to join our team of visionaries and take the first step towards an inspiring and fulfilling career with us.
Please read detailed roles carefully before applying. Send the applications in mentioned format. The defined expertise / speciality needs to be demonstrated in professional or academic works and to be expressed as interests. The candidates would work directly with the Principal Architect to develop the expertise as a part of the training process but needs to clearly demonstrate their interests & rigour in the application process. Apply in maximum of 2 categories which you believe you best fit into, with appropriate cover letters & portfolio showcasing your expertise. Applications not adhering to defined guidelines would not be reviewed due to the filtering systems followed.
*Interns seeking a conventional training to work on Working Drawings & Presentations merely, need not apply. These are super-internships to develop your skill-set at an early stage of your career based on your interests and inculcate an entrepreneurial spirit for shaping a smart future. You need to demonstrate your interests in the cover letter of your application.
Vacancy Codes (To be mentioned in application subject)
D - Delhi Studio
M - Mumbai Studio
B - Bengaluru Studio
G- Gurugram Studio
L - London Studio
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D1- Architectural Designer (Intermediate Level: 1-4 Years Exp.) (Location: NEW DELHI – INDIA)
Expertise: Residential Design / Commercial Design
This position is for architects with 1 to 4 years of professional experience working on residential or commercial projects (or both) with a strong hold of concept & design development, project execution, vendor co-ordination, site supervision among other project related tasks. The applicant must be a resident of Delhi or willing to relocate to Delhi (relocation costs are not provided) and willing to join rat[LAB] Delhi studio on a long-term basis. Computational & Parametric design skills are NOT required for this post.
Key roles & responsibilities: Working on Residential Projects (Architecture + Interiors), Commercial Projects and handling day-to-day studio activities & teams for the allocated projects. Good software skills are important as it requires a comprehensive role. Prior proven experience is a must for the applicant.
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D2- Studio Manager / Design Manager (Location: NEW DELHI – INDIA) [PRIORITY HIRING]
Expertise: Team Management & Project Management
This position is for architects with 1-4 years of experience who wish to take up a senior role at the studio handling teams, projects and workflows across multiple offices with HQ in Delhi. The person will be based in Delhi & Gurgaon offices, reporting directly to the Principal Architect, and managing workflows of the teams (in Delhi – personally & other cities – through online syncing). A proven experience of being a part of teams of 10-20 people and understanding of management is required. The role is ideal of junior level architects who wish to grow in an administrative role to handle the studio or intermediate architects who have proficiency in team management and on-site project handlings.
Key roles & responsibilities: Being the associate for Principal Architect to handle studio operations and aid in company expansion to take up a senior role in the administration.
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D3- Academic Internships (Super-Intern!) (Location: NEW DELHI – INDIA) [PRIORITY HIRING]
Expertise (Interests): Computational / Parametric Design
This position is for graduates & design interns who wish to be a part of studio in Delhi office, and are committed to be a part of the studio with a self-driven approach to undertake multiple tasks such as concept design, working drawings, presentation drawings, content creation, vendor management, etc. The applicant must be a resident of Delhi or willing to relocate to Delhi (relocation costs are not provided and this is a stipend-based role; hence preference would be given to residents of Delhi NCR).
Key roles & responsibilities: Working on Computational / Parametric aspect of multi-scalar projects such as Façade, Roof Structures, Complex geometries; should be able to articulate ideas and create parametric models in Grasshopper3D. Must have a strong knowledge of Grasshopper3D, Rhino3D and any other computational tools. Applicants having good design skills and not possessing computational design skills will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ALL ACADEMIC INTERNSHIPS ARE SUBJECTED TO PROJECT WORKFLOWS REQUISITE FOR COMPLETITION OF ACADEMIC INTERNSHIPS & MINIMUM INTERNSHIP DURATION IS 6 MONTHS.
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D4- Artificial Intelligence (AI) Enthusiast (Location: NEW DELHI / GURUGRAM)
Expertise: Administrative Roles including scheduling, organization and administrative tasks
We're seeking someone passionate about exploring AI in architectural design, content writing, workflow improvement, and creating AI-based automation tasks. We prefer a human for this role and not a BOT! :)
The role involves integrating AI technologies, optimizing design workflows, generating alternative processes for outreach, creating chat-bots for communcations and automating repetitive tasks. You'll contribute to cutting-edge projects, create compelling content, and collaborate with our team to push the boundaries of design. If you have a strong AI background, programming skills, and a creative mindset, we'd love to hear from you. This is a new role and specific job description shall vary as per candidate’s skill-set and capabilities.
Key roles & responsibilities: Exploration of AI to create meaningful workflows and processes.
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D5- Executive Assistant (Location: NEW DELHI / GURUGRAM)
Expertise: Administrative Roles including scheduling, organization and administrative tasks
This role is for a seasoned executive assistant with a proven experience of working in a busy environment and handle scheduling, organization, communications, e-mails, calls, travel arrangements and other administrative tasks to improve the efficiency of the principal architect in a thriving studio environment. The person should be able to help the executive tasks such as scheduling; reviewing, prioritizing, and responding to emails; answering and returning phone calls; organizing documents; maintaining records; taking notes at meetings and any other administrative tasks that help the executive perform their job.
Key roles & responsibilities: Being the Executive Assistant / PA to Principal Architect and help execute day to day activities.
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D6- Academic Programme Curator – rat[LAB]EDUCATION (Academic Vertical of rat[LAB]) [PRIORITY HIRING]
(Location: NEW DELHI / GURUGRAM)
Expertise: Education, Pedagogy & Innovative Academia
This position is for graduates & design interns who wish to be a part of studio in Delhi office, and are committed to be a part of the studio with a self-driven approach to undertake multiple tasks with a strong focus on design education, pedagogy explorations and working on innovative academic programmes by rat[LAB]EDUCATION. The applicant must be a resident of Delhi or willing to relocate to Delhi. The organization has a strong expertise in creating innovative education models and is currently involved in multiple academic collaborations in India and globally. The role is for an individual who has been involved in academia and/or has a proven record for academic operations. The role would require the candidate to work on new programmes, curriculum, documentation, profiling, communications, marketing strategies as per development requirements. Experience in Computational Design or Design Technology would be an add-on. This is an exciting and novel opportunity looking at the current shift of educational methods and the number of global collaborations of the studio.
Key roles & responsibilities: Assisting on educational programmes by rat[LAB]EDUCATION including curation of Online & Studio Workshops, developing academic programmes in partnership with institutions, and handling student communities with database management.
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D7- Social Media Manager (Instagram / LinkedIn / Facebook/ etc) (Location: NEW DELHI / GURUGRAM) [PRIORITY HIRING]
Expertise: Social Media Managing Skills including Content Creation, Query Management, Post Scheduling
This position is for a young student or professional adept with handling Instagram content (Reel, Posts, Stories, Query Management), LinkedIn posts, Facebook Page, among other social tools for all rat[LAB] & rat[LAB]EDUCATION handles. This can be a part-time or a full-time role based on availability, at our Delhi studio.
Key roles & responsibilities: Handling all content related to Social Media for PR activities.
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D8- Computational Programmer / Coder (Location: NEW DELHI / GURUGRAM)
Expertise: Software Development, tool development, computational workflows
This position is for a skilled and innovative Coding Expert/Programmer to join our architectural studio, specializing in the development of cutting-edge tools for architectural design. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in software development, showcasing expertise in coding languages such as Python, C#, C++, VB, node.js, and others. The role requires a fundamental understanding of 3D modeling software and proficiency in Grasshopper3D. Key responsibilities include collaborating with architects and designers to identify tool requirements, designing and implementing custom tools, engaging in full-stack software development, and ensuring seamless integration with 3D modeling software. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in debugging, testing, and maintaining software, as well as providing technical support and training to team members. The position encourages active collaboration within a cross-functional team, iterating on tool development based on stakeholder feedback. Additionally, the candidate is expected to stay abreast of industry trends, propose innovative solutions, and contribute to the continuous improvement of architectural design processes. Qualifications include a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, proven experience in software development with a focus on tool development, and excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Prior experience in architectural or design-related projects is advantageous.
Key roles & responsibilities: Tool development in collaboration with in-house architects & computational designers.
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M1- Business Development /Brand Manager (Location: MUMBAI – INDIA)
Expertise: Business Development & Brand Curation
This position is for graduate architects / designers who wish to be a part of rat[LAB]’s Mumbai Studio, and are committed to be a part of the studio with a self-driven approach to undertake multiple tasks with a strong focus on business development & brand curation. This is typically ideal for individuals with a proven experience of doing Business Development for a design studio with strong communication skills. The role would require meeting potential clients, architects, designers to help expand operations in Mumbai, as well handle the staffing in Mumbai studio from time to time. This will be a hybrid role (on-site & in-studio depending on tasks).
Key roles & responsibilities: Leading Business development for rat[LAB] engaging in business strategies, client procurement & engagement, among other related responsibilities such as lead data management and strategies.
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B1- Business Development Manager (Location: Bengaluru – INDIA)
Expertise: Business Development & Brand Curation
This position is for graduate architects / designers who wish to be a part of rat[LAB]’s Bengaluru Studio, and are committed to be a part of the studio with a self-driven approach to undertake multiple tasks with a strong focus on business development & brand curation. This is typically ideal for individuals with a proven experience of doing Business Development for a design studio with strong communication skills. The role would require meeting potential clients, architects, designers to help expand operations in Bengaluru, as well handle the staffing in Bengaluru studio from time to time. This will be a hybrid role (on-site & in-studio depending on tasks).
Key roles & responsibilities: Leading Business development for rat[LAB] engaging in business strategies, client procurement & engagement, among other related responsibilities such as lead data management and strategies.
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G1- Business Development, Marketing & Sales Manager for art[LAB] (Art Installation Vertical of rat[LAB]) (Location: Gurugram / Delhi – INDIA) [PRIORITY HIRING]
Expertise: Business Development, Brand Curation & Art/Interiors Background (Preferable)
This position is for Business Development, Marketing and Sales professionals who can help elevate the business of art installations for art[LAB] – Art Installation vertical of rat[LAB] Studio by creating a strategic outreach and partnership with interior designers and architects for supplying of art installations for the projects. The person is expected to be the front lead of art[LAB] and help in expansion, working on catalogues, presentations, pitches, costing, etc. This is a highly inventive-based role and can be yield good performance based perks. Having a background of working with interior designers or in the field of art would be a good add-on for the candidate.
Key roles & responsibilities: Leading Business development for art[LAB] engaging in business strategies, client procurement & engagement, among other related responsibilities such as lead data management and strategies.
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G2- Façade Engineer / Architect (Location: Gurugram / Delhi – INDIA)
Expertise: Façade Design, Detailing, Technical Drawings, Shop Drawings, Estimates for Façade
This position is for architecture or civil engineering graduates with a proven experience of working on façade projects across different typologies (commercial, institutional, residential) and scales and having some experience and exposure to façade detailing and construction. Proven record of site handing is required for this post. The candidate should be able to create construction packages and BOQ for façade projects. Vendor coordination, site management and documentation are key aspects of this role.
Key roles & responsibilities: Taking forward multiple façade design projects that the studio is working on and helping the execution team realise the facades.
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G3- Business Development & Marketing Manager (Location: Gurugram – INDIA) [PRIORITY HIRING]
Expertise: Business Development & Brand Curation
This position is for graduate architects / designers who wish to be a part of rat[LAB]’s Gurugram Studio, and are committed to be a part of the studio with a self-driven approach to undertake multiple tasks with a strong focus on business development & brand curation. This is typically ideal for individuals with a proven experience of doing Business Development for a design studio with strong communication skills. The role would require meeting potential clients, architects, designers to help expand operations in the NCR. The candidate will be expected to work on marketing and outreach strategies for the studio as well as create lead funnels.
Key roles & responsibilities: Leading Business development for rat[LAB] engaging in business strategies, client procurement & engagement, among other related responsibilities such as lead data management and strategies.
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G4- Content Writer for Writing Books, Newsletters & Other Communications (Location: Gurugram – INDIA) [PRIORITY HIRING]
Expertise: Writing, Book Editing, Social Media, Newsletters, Blogging, Press Communications & Content Creation
This position is for graduates & design interns who wish to be a part of studio in Gurgaon / Delhi office, and are committed to be a part of the studio with a self-driven approach to undertake multiple tasks with a strong focus on Architectural Journalism, Writing, Editing, Content Creation & Social Media Handling. The applicant must be a resident of Delhi NCR or willing to relocate to Delhi (relocation costs are not provided and this is a stipend-based role; hence preference would be given to residents of Delhi NCR). The candidate is required to possess writing skill-set with a proven record (academically or professionally) and should be able to research and write in the area of education, design, technology, computational design, parametric design through blogs, articles, interviews and other copywriting works. An exciting role for someone interesting to learn in this domain. Handling newsletters for the studio is an add-on skill that would be appreciated. Capabilities to handle social media content will also be an add-on skill for this post.
Key roles & responsibilities: Working on aforementioned tasks and having a strong writing skill. Must demonstrate previous knowledge or interest in writing, architectural journalism, or social media expertise. The candidate would further learn about finetuning these skills if they wish to pursue this in future.
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L1- Business Development Manager (Location: London – UK)
Expertise: Business Development & Brand Curation
This position is for graduate architects / designers who wish to be a part of rat[LAB]’s London Studio, and are committed to be a part of the studio with a self-driven approach to undertake multiple tasks with a strong focus on business development & brand curation. This is typically ideal for individuals with a proven experience of doing Business Development for a design studio with strong communication skills. The role would require meeting potential clients, architects, designers to help expand operations in London through fostering creative collaborations. This will be a hybrid role (on-site & in-studio depending on tasks).
Key roles & responsibilities: Leading Business development for rat[LAB] engaging in business strategies, client procurement & engagement, among other related responsibilities such as lead data management and strategies.
IMPORTANT: Application Guidelines
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Please use subject line: Vacancy 2024 – Position Code (For example, Vacancy 2024 – D1, or Vacancy 2024 – G3, as applicable.) We will run an inbox filter to review applications and applications without this subject line, or with Fwd:…. would not be reviewed.
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Please write a ‘genuine’ cover letter explaining why you fit for the applied role or have a strong interest in the expertise mentioned.
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You may apply for multiple roles (maximum 2) and may be chosen as per best-fit criteria.
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Do not combine multiple positions in a single application.
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DO NOT SEND ZIP FILES or LINKS TO PORTFOLIO. Kindly attach PDF upto 10 MB including your CV & Portfolio.
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Please do not forward an existing cover letter, or cc / bcc as those e-mails would be deleted without reviewing.
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Applications to be sent individually for each category & sent to info@rat-lab.org
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Follow up calls are not advisable. You may send a follow up e-mail in not less than 7 working days.
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Starting date would be the earliest suitable date.