One or more Assistant Professors in Design

at  Aalborg Universitet

At the Technical Faculty of IT and Design, Department of Department of Architecture, Design, and Media Technology a position one or more as Assistant Professors in Design is open for appointment from 1st of January, 2025 or soon hereafter and until 31st of December, 2027.

The Department of Architecture, Design, and Media Technology has as its goal the development of an innovative cluster of engineering-based environments for education and research which integrate creativity, engineering and technology within the disciplines of architecture, urban design, industrial design, digital design and interactive media. The department is a leading research and educational environment in Denmark that addresses the challenge of the interplay between creativity and technology, and develops new areas in research and education directed towards the end-user.

ONE OR MORE ASSISTANT PROFESSORS IN DESIGN

At the Department of Architecture, Design& Media Technology one or more Assistant Professor positions are available at the Section for Industrial Design. The position is open from 1st of January 2025.
The Industrial Design Section and AAU Design Lab research group focus on the role of design in the societal transition towards a more sustainable production and consumption. 25% of Co2 is tied to the consumption of consumer goods and 80% is determined in the design phase. Therefore, design plays a critical role in making the sustainable choice the desirable and preferred choice for users, organisations and in society. Research evolves around responsible resource use, that is how to narrow, slow, close and regenerate resources. Our current project portfolio in circularity covers a range of topics spanning from material re-use in ReshapeWaste and Zerowaste, reparability of products and circular consumption of second-hand products. This reflects the diversity of design from material and production methods to construction and interaction aspects, to design DNA, aesthetics, and users.
The research and teaching environment is dynamic and team-oriented, with a strong culture of collaboration between colleagues. We are looking an Assistant Professor that will join this collaborative team and the Design Lab research group and has keen interest in the mission to make design relevant in the transition to sustainability. The applicant is expected to provide a brief description of the applicant’s vision, aspiration, and direction for research. As well as past research experience and collaborative network projects. Applicants are also encouraged to outline any experience with concrete product development through various design and engineering disciplines. We are looking for applicants in design and/or engineering, with a focus on sustainability aspects related to the design of products.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Appointment as an Assistant Professor presupposes scientific qualifications at PhD–level or similar scientific qualifications. The research potential of each applicant will be emphasized in the overall assessment.
Appointment as an Assistant Professor cannot exceed a period of four years in total in a temporary position(appointment at Assistant Professor level cannot exceed a period of eight years in total in Denmark).

The application must contain the following:

• A statement outlining your reasons for applying, and intentions and visions with, the position.
• Your curriculum vitae, including personal data, educational background, scientific qualifications, dissemination skills, participation in committees and boards, and additional qualifications relevant for the position.
• Copies of relevant diplomas(Master of Science and PhD). On request you could be asked for an official English translation.
• A complete list of publications.
• Publications you wish to be considered by the assessment committee. You may attach up to 5 publications.
• A specification of your teaching qualifications relative to the teaching portfolio. If this is not enclosed you must include an explanation for its absence.
• References/recommendations.
• Proficiency in English is a requirement. Proficiency in Danish is an advantage but not a prerequistite. However, as courses at the bachelor level are offered in Danish, we expect that you become capable of teaching in Danish after a few years.

Shortlisting will be applied. After the review of any objections regarding the assessment committee, the head of department, with assistance from the chair of the assessment committee, selects the candidates to be assessed. All applicants will be informed as to whether they will advance to assessment or not.
The applications are only to be submitted online by using the"Apply online” button below.
AAU wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background or belief.
You may obtain further professional information from contact PhD, Associate Professor, Head of Research at the Design Lab, Linda Nhu Laursen, e-mail:linda@create.aau.dk or phone(+45) 9940 7114.
For further information concerning the application procedure please contact Helle Manøe mailest-st-hr@adm.aau.dk.
Information regarding guidelines, ministerial circular in force, teaching portfolio and procedures can be seenhere.

Please refer the Job description for details