Professorship and Head of MA Digital Communication Environments

The Institute Digital Communication Environments (IDCE) at the Basel Academy of Art and Design FHNW (HGK Basel) offers a dynamic environment comprising a Bachelor's degree in Visual Communication and Digital Spaces, a Master's degree in Digital Communication Environments, and a research and continuing education division.

Your responsibilities include:

• Leading the MA Programme Digital Communication Environments, including strategic planning, budget and personnel management, and overseeing its development and implementation.
• Participating actively in the IDCE leadership team, contributing to internal and external committees.
• Positioning and networking the MA Digital Communication Environments regionally and internationally.
• Securing third-party funding for research, publishing scholarly work, and disseminating research findings via conferences, festivals, and exhibitions.
• Advancing theoretical frameworks, methodologies, and practices in Digital Communication Environments to strengthen education and research in the field.
• Contributing to the strategic development of the IDCE and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Integrating research and teaching within the MA Digital Communication Environments and supervising PhD candidates in the MAKE / SENSE PhD programme.

Your profile

You hold a university degree (MA) and a doctorate (PhD) or possess equivalent distinguished international research experience in a design discipline or related field.

Furthermore, you meet the following criteria:

• Several years of distinguished teaching and research experience, especially in areas such as Digital Communication, Visual and Spatial Communication, AI, UX/UI Design, Interaction Design, Digital Cultures, Digital Networks, and Media Design.
• Extensive leadership experience, including human resources, finance, strategy, and development.
• Proven high-quality research results and successful acquisition of third-party research funding.
• Experience with innovative, research-led, and practice-oriented teaching methods.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Qualification in higher education didactics or willingness to obtain it within the first years.
• Proficiency in German and English, or willingness to acquire these skills during the initial years.

The FHNW is committed to increasing the proportion of women in professorships and leadership roles, promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice. We encourage candidates whose experience and philosophies support these values.

Your prospects:

Professors at FHNW shape their activities within their field, fostering professional exchange and interdisciplinary cooperation. Flexible working conditions support self-determination and personal responsibility.

We look forward to receiving your application by June 30.

Your benefits:

• Wide range of university sports
• Cultural events including lectures, concerts, theatre, and films
• Equal pay policies
• Support for doctoral projects
• Sabbaticals for research and practical projects
• Annual working hours, with allowances for further education, administration, and university development