Lecturer Electronics at WdKA’s Interaction Station

at  Hogeschool Rotterdam

OUR ORGANISATION

The Willem de Kooning Academy, Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences (WdKA/RUAS), offers a variety of bachelor and master’s programmes in the field of visual culture, art, design, education in arts, and leisure management. The curriculum of the Willem de Kooning Academy is founded on an interdisciplinary ethos. The Majors are the entry point of study for all Bachelor students; the Practices of the interdisciplinary research contexts in the second half of the Bachelor programs; and the highly unique Stations (advanced workshops focused on Research through Making) complete the three pillars of the institute.

ARE WE LOOKING FOR YOU?

We are seeking an experienced lecturer with extensive knowledge of electronics, microcontrollers and (embedded) programming. The ideal candidate will possess a high level of skill and knowledge in this area (5+ years of experience using electronics in their professional artistic/design practice), along with relevant formal teaching experience and an organized approach to work. The start date for this position is 1 April 2025, with preferred working days being Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The position is fixed term and will terminate 31 July 2025. There is a small possibility that the contract will be extended to December 2025.

• Deliver existing modules on electronics and microcontrollers developed at the Interaction Station across various Bachelor programs (e.g. advertising, transformation design, product design, fine arts and interdisciplinary programs).
• Collaborate with teaching teams and course leaders to plan, develop, and evaluate your classes and align with overarching curriculum goals.
• Adapt existing modules or create new ones in response to technological advancements and/or the evolving needs of the different majors.
• Mentor instructors at the station who wish to enhance their skills in this area and who will assist you in your classes.
• Provide individual support to students with advanced queries regarding these technologies.
• Work with the academy’s IT department to ensure the station facilities are appropriately configured for the tool chains used in our classes.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe working environment, both physically and socially.