Fachhochschule Nordwestschweiz FHNW
Basel
Professor in the Field of Digital Spaces (60-80%)
- 01 October 2026
- 60 – 80%
- Permanent position
- Basel
Job summary
Join Hochschule für Gestaltung und Kunst Basel as a Professor:in in Digital Spaces. This role offers a vibrant work environment and flexible conditions.
Tasks
- Develop learning methods in Digital Spaces to enhance education.
- Acquire funding for research and communicate findings effectively.
- Collaborate in developing the BA program and connect research with teaching.
Skills
- A Master's degree is required; a PhD or extensive research experience is preferred.
- Strong research background in Interaction Design and Digital Cultures.
- Excellent communication skills and organizational abilities.
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Professor in the Field of Digital Spaces (60-80%)
University of Art and Design Basel FHNW, Institute of Digital Communication Environments
- Develop learning methods, theories and practices in the field of Digital Spaces and strengthen education and research in this area.
- Acquire third-party funded research projects, write scientific publications, communicate research results through conferences, festivals and exhibitions.
- Actively participate in the development of the BA degree programme, including networking research and teaching within HGK and FHNW.
- Network and position the Digital Spaces field in regional and international contexts.
- Expand cooperation with practical partners.
You hold a university degree (MA) and ideally a doctorate (PhD) or equivalent extensive research experience in a design or related field.
In addition, you meet the following criteria:
- You bring extensive research experience and teaching activity, especially 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 results and have successfully acquired third-party funding for research projects.
- You have experience with innovative teaching methods and conducting high-quality, research-led and practice-oriented teaching.
- You possess excellent communication skills and organisational abilities.
- You have a higher education didactic qualification or the willingness to acquire one within the first few years.
- You have very good German and English skills, both spoken and written.
FHNW is committed to increasing the proportion of women in professorships and leadership positions. We are dedicated to a diverse and inclusive learning environment that actively promotes equality, inclusion and social justice, and therefore seek individuals whose experiences, teaching philosophies and academic practice contribute to expanding and supporting this commitment.
The professors at FHNW shape their work according to their field of expertise and influence it through their experiences and interests. Integration into an institute or degree programme promotes professional exchange and interdisciplinary collaboration across universities. The flexible working conditions allow employees a high degree of autonomy and personal responsibility.
Will you soon be part of our team? We look forward to your application.
Please send your documents by 31.12.2026 via the corresponding online job posting at www.fhnw.ch/offene-stellen to Nadja Brunazzi, HR Manager.
Further information:
fhnw.ch/de/gestaltung-kunst