[ecrea] job ad: Lecturer (Asst. Prof.) in Design Literacy - Amsterdam U. of Applied Sciences

SUBJECT: job ad: Lecturer (Asst. Prof.) in Design Literacy - Amsterdam 
U. of Applied Sciences

The Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences (AUAS) is seeking a 
LECTURER IN DESIGN LITERACY, PLUS SUPPORT FOR DESIGN RESEARCH (for a 
total of 0,6 FTE). S/he will teach and coordinate (0,4 fte) the 
“Literacy” track within the Master’s programme in Digital Design, and 
will also have special additional tasks related to the “Research” track 
(0,2 fte).

Deadline 11/6. Dutch Lecturers are roughly equivalent to American 
Assistant Professors. Teaching load is 1 year-long course per academic 
year, with some management/coordination tasks.

http://www.hva.nl/vacatures/980691/Lecturer-in-Design-Literacy,-plus-support-for-Design-Research-(0,6-fte)?origin=multuOUrRd%2BkfCmjM7CCpA


Job description
This position entails 1) tasks as Lecturer in Design Literacy, and 2) 
additional support tasks for Design Research. Both are detailed below.

1) We are seeking a Lecturer to lead the Literacy track, as well as 
teach the foundational course “Design Literacy.” We are hiring a 
colleague with a strong expertise in teaching design processes, as well 
as a critical perspective on Design Thinking. The Lecturer in Design 
Literacy is a central figure of the Master’s programme, and is 
responsible for:
- revising/updating the syllabus for Design Literacy (one of the four 
foundational classes at the M.Sc. Digital Design);
- teaching the Design Literacy course;
- coordinating the Literacy track, e.g. organizing intensive workshops, 
inviting guest-speakers, and establishing and maintaining international 
connections;
- promoting students’ work outside the programme, e.g. writing and 
publishing research papers with students and colleagues, or actively 
attending professional networking events;
- contributing to the public communications of the programme with 
regular blog posts on http://masterdigitaldesign.com, as well as 
facilitating students’ contributions;
- participating in students’ assessments and admissions.

2) We are also seeking a Support Lecturer who will work closely together 
with the other lecturers in the Master’s programme - especially with the 
Lecturer in Design Research. At the moment, the Design Research course 
spans across the three approaches to constructive design research (Lab, 
Field, and Showroom), and we are looking for an enthusiastic colleague 
with expertise in quantitative and/or qualitative design research
The primary functions of the Support Lecturer are:
- support the Core Lecturer in Design Research in formative and 
summative assessments;
- develop original lessons plans and teach independently in the Research 
track (e.g. intensive workshops, field-sessions…);

We are seeking a colleague with the proven capacity of enabling design 
students to perform in teams, with clients, in a well-defined process. 
Experience with Research through Design and Action Research is a plus, 
as well as experience in design industry. Applicants with a Ph.D. 
degree, or close to defending, will be given priority. Those with 
Master’s degrees and significant industry experience are also 
acceptable, especially if they are willing to obtain a Ph.D. or 
PDD/PDEng in the near future. Demonstrable teaching experience, 
especially at the graduate level, is essential. The Lecturer in Design 
Literacy will be able to work in interdisciplinary teams and with 
students from a variety of disciplinary/cultural backgrounds. The 
ability to effectively teach in English is required.

The Master in Digital Design programme brings together practice, 
research, and technological innovation. The 1-year full time curriculum 
combines a rigorous background in design research (‘Research through 
Design’, ‘Action Research’) with real-world projects involving industry 
partners carried out in a studio setting. It is designed to challenge 
students, and prepare them for the real-life rhythms of design 
professionals. The programme centres around four main areas of 
expertise: Literacy, Research, Creation and Strategy. It is completely 
taught in English, to a multicultural cohort of 24 students. This year 
our students already submitted papers to NordiCHI, CHI Play, RtD Conf, 
and Games for Health.

The M.Sc. Digital Design is an initiative of the Amsterdam University of 
Applied Sciences, in cooperation with nine leading Dutch digital 
agencies (ACHTUNG!, DDB Tribal, FHV BBDO, Fabrique, MediaMonks, 
Mirabeau, Momkai, TamTam, and Woedend!) and a network of key partners 
(for 2017/18: World Wildlife Fund (WWF), VodafoneZiggo, ANWB, Informaat 
and DigitasLBi).

For more information http://www.masterdigitaldesign.com and 
http://www.amsterdamuas.com/mdd

The initial period of employment is one year with the possibility of an 
extension. The tasks belong to the job description of teacher / 
researcher 2 (docent / onderzoeker 2). The pay scale complies with pay 
scale 11 (CAO HBO labour agreement for universities of applied 
sciences). The maximum salary is €4.661,- and depends on education and 
experience.

The AUAS offers an extensive package of employee benefits, including a 
generous holiday allowance and payment of a 13th month. Via the AUAS 
Academy, the AUAS also offers excellent opportunities for study and 
personal development and encourages employees to continue their 
professional education. Lecturers must hold a teaching certificate, or 
must be willing to obtain one within a set period. The AUAS is willing 
to pay for the teaching certificate course.


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