Professor in the Field of Digital Spaces (60-80%)
- 01 October 2026
- 60 – 80%
- Permanent position
- German (Intermediate), English (Intermediate)
About the job
Professor in the Field of Digital Spaces (60-80%)
University of Art and Design Basel FHNW, Institute of Digital Communication Environments
Diversity at the University - we seek varietyYour Tasks:
- 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.
Your Profile:
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 during the first years.
- You have very good German and English skills, both spoken and written.
FHNW strives to increase the proportion of women in professorships and leadership positions. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive learning environment that actively promotes equality, inclusion and social justice and therefore seek individuals whose experiences, teaching philosophies and scientific practice contribute to expanding and supporting this commitment.
Your Perspectives:
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. Flexible working conditions allow employees a high degree of autonomy and personal responsibility.
Your Benefits:
Wide range of university sports
Cultural programme with lectures, concerts, theatre and films
Practised equality of pay between women and men
Targeted support for doctoral projects
Sabbatical for professors for research and practical projects
300 hours of time allowances for further training, administration and university development
Start date: 1 September 2027. Apply onlineYour Workplace:
University of Art and Design Basel FHNWFreilager-Platz 1, P.O. Box,
4002 Basel Any questions? About the position:
Prof. Marion Fink, Head of BA Visual Communication and Digital Spaces, Contact: +41 61 228 40 98
About the application process:Nadine Seiler, HR Manager, Contact: +41 61 228 42 36
Will you soon be part of our team? We look forward to your application.
Please send your documents by 31 December 2026 via the corresponding online advertisement at www.fhnw.ch/open-positions to Nadja Brunazzi, HR Manager.
Further information:
fhnw.ch/de/gestaltung-kunst