Professor in the field of Digital Spaces

FHNW; Basel; On-site; CHF 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

University sports

Cultural programme

Equal pay

Doctoral projects promotion

Sabbatical for professors

UF university development hours

Job summary

FHNW invites applications for a professorship in Digital Spaces to bridge research and education across our BA degree programme. The role focuses on developing methods, theories and practices in digital spaces, and expanding collaborations with industry partners.

You will lead research, secure external funding, publish, and contribute to teaching with innovative methods. Fluency in German and English, a master's (PhD preferred) and a strong track record in Interaction Design or related areas are

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; PhD ideal, or extensive research in a design field.
• Proven track record in research and teaching in one or more listed areas.
• Established research network with external funding success.

Responsibilities

• Develop learning methods and practices in digital spaces.
• Secure externally funded research projects and publish findings.
• Lead strategic development of the BA degree program.
• Strengthen regional and international networks in Digital Spaces.
• Expand collaborations with industry partners.

Skills

Interaction Design

Digital Spaces

UX/UI Design

Generative AI

Network building

Education

Master's degree

PhD (ideal)

Tools

Research tools

Job description

Your tasks

• To develop learning methods, theories, and practices in the field of digital spaces and to strengthen education and research in this field
• To secure externally funded research projects, author academic publications; communicate research findings through conferences, festivals and exhibitions
• Play an active role in the strategic development of the BA degree programme, including fostering links between research and teaching at the whole school and university
• To position and establish a network for the Digital Spaces sector within a regional and international context
• To expand collaborations with industry partners

Your profile

You hold a master's degree (MA) and, ideally a PhD, or have several years comparable research experience in a design discipline or related field.

Furthermore, you meet the following criteria:

• You will have a proven track record of several years' research and teaching experience, particularly in one or more of the following areas: Interaction Design, Critical Media, Digital Social Spaces, Digital Scenography, Generative AI, OSINT, UX/UI Design, Signage, Data Literacy, Digital Cultures and Technologies.
• You have an established research network, can demonstrate high-quality research output, and have already successfully secured external funding for research projects.
• You have experience of innovative teaching methods and of delivering high-quality, research-led and practice-oriented teaching.
• You have excellent communication and organisational skills.
• You hold a qualification in higher education teaching didactics or are willing to obtain one during your first few years of employment.
• You possess excellent German and English language skills in both spoken and written form.

The FHNW strives to increase the proportion of women in professorships and in leadership positions. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive learning environment that actively promotes equity, inclusion, and social justice, and therefore seek candidates whose experience, teaching philosophies, and scholarly practice will help to expand and support this commitment.

Your prospects

FHNW professors shape their activities along their field of expertise, shaping it through their experiences and interests. The integration into an institute or a study program promotes professional exchange and interdisciplinary cooperation across universities. The flexible working conditions allow employees a high degree of self-determination and personal responsibility.

Your benefits

• Wide range of university sports
• Cultural programme of lectures, concerts, theatre and films
• Established implementation of equal pay
• Targeted promotion of doctoral projects
• Sabbatical for professors for research and practical projects
• Annual working hours and time allowance for further education, administration and university development