Junior Researcher Fostering Creativity in Multicultural Classrooms through Educational Robotics ai

Tilburg University; Tilburg; Remote; EUR 27,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

0.6 FTE

Hybrid/office working

Salary range disclosed

18-month contract

Pension (ABP)

Professional development

Relocation/ Moving allowance

Job summary

Tilburg University invites applications for a Junior Researcher in Fostering Creativity in Multicultural Classrooms through Educational Robotics and AI. The role focuses on conducting and supporting research, dissemination, and project coordination within an international Erasmus+ collaboration.

The position is 0.6 FTE (24 hours/week), starting January 2027, based in Tilburg. The contract runs for 18 months with a strong emphasis on research integrity, English proficiency, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Culture Studies, Educational Sciences, Communication Sciences or related field.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct high-quality academic research (theses, projects, publications).
• Interest in developing project management skills and coordinating activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and support research activities for the Erasmus+ project.
• Assist dissemination activities, including seminars and training sessions for teachers.
• Support project management tasks, including recording activities and maintaining project documents.

Skills

Research skills

Academic research

Project management interest

Collaborative

Research integrity

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Junior Researcher Fostering Creativity in Multicultural Classrooms through Educational Robotics ai (24621)

Tilburg University | Tilburg School of Humanities and Digital Sciences

is looking for a

Junior Researcher in Fostering Creativity in Multicultural Classrooms through Educational Robotics and AI

Location: Tilburg

Contract size: 0.6 fte (24 hours per week)

Intended start date: January 2027

The Department of Culture Studies at Tilburg School of Humanities and Digital Sciences, Tilburg University, is seeking a junior researcher for a new Erasmus+ project on fostering creativity in multicultural classrooms through educational robotics and AI. The junior researcher will support the research team in the coordination and implementation of the project.

Are you interested in fostering inclusion in multicultural classrooms? Do you like to explore how AI technologies are used to enhance creativity in classrooms with students from diverse backgrounds? Are you eager to work in an international team and gain project management experience? Then this position suits you well!

Your position

The successful candidate will work on a project funded by Dutch National Agency Erasmus+ Cooperation partnerships in school education. The project includes partners from the Netherlands, Cyprus, Greece and Turkey. The project aims to strengthen teachers’ capacity to foster creativity as a core student competence through AI, educational robotics and culturally responsive pedagogy; to develop innovative and technology-enhanced resources; to test and validate these resources in multicultural secondary classrooms; and to promote their adoption through dissemination and policy recommendations at regional, national and EU levels.

You will be responsible for assisting the project team at DCU for 18 months in the following activities:

• Conducting Research: tasks include conducting research and analyzing existing educational resources, consulting experts in the field, and supporting the development of skillsets and training materials for teachers.
• Supporting Dissemination: tasks include assisting the Project Coordinator in organizing an international seminar in the Netherlands, and delivering training sessions for participant teachers.
• Supporting Project Management: tasks include assisting the Project Coordinator with project management activities, such as recording the timely implementation of the project activities by all partners, maintaining an organized archive of project-communication and administrative documents.

Role focus: Your primary responsibility will be to conduct and support research activities. Dissemination, project management, and general administrative responsibilities will remain with the Project Coordinator, with your role being to provide support and assistance in these areas as needed.

Your profile

• Motivated researcher with a master’s degree in Culture Studies, Educational Sciences, Communication Sciences or a related field
• Demonstrated ability to conduct high-quality academic research , evidenced by relevant outputs such as theses, research projects and publications
• Interest in and willingness to develop project management skills , including supporting the planning and coordination of project activities and project meetings
• A collaborative team player, who enjoys working in a dynamic and interdisciplinary environment
• Commitment to research integrity and ethical research practices , including accuracy, transparency and responsible handling of research data and information
• Excellent command of English (minimum CEFR C1 level; C2 level preferred). Proficiency in Dutch is considered an asset.

Our offer

Tilburg University offers excellent benefits in a pleasant working environment:

• Employment of 0.6 fte (24 hours per week).
• Salary between €3706 and €4251 gross per month for full-time employment (UFO-profile Researcher 4, salary scale 10 step 0 till step 3). Tilburg University uses a neutral remuneration system based on relevant work experience.
• This is a vacancy for a temporary position in accordance with Article 2.3 paragraph 5 sub b CLA DU. You will be given a temporary contract for the duration of 18 months.
• Vacation pay of 8% and a year-end bonus of 8.3%.
• Over 8 weeks of vacation leave.
• Hybrid working with home working allowance
• Reimbursement sustainable commuting: walking, cycling, and public transport.
• Options model for additional leave, pension, a bicycle or personal training.
• Moving allowance (subject to conditions).
• 30% rule for international employees (if applicable).
• Pension through ABP.
• Ample training offer: personal development, leadership, education, research or language courses.
• Inclusive work culture: everyone welcome, equal opportunities.
• A green, inviting campus that’s easily accessible by public transport.

The selection committee consists of:

• dr. Rian Aarts
• dr. Amy Hsiao

You will ideally start working for Tilburg University in January 2027.