Service Design Researcher København - Aalborg Universitet

At Aalborg University, The Technical Faculty of IT and Design, Department of Architecture, Design and Media Technology, AAU Copenhagen, a full-time position as Postdoc is available for a period of 2 years and 7 months from February 1 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The Department of Architecture, Design, and Media Technology has as its goal the development of an innovative cluster of engineering-based environments for education and research which integrate creativity, engineering and technology within the disciplines of architecture, urban design, industrial design, digital design and interactive media. The department is a leading research and educational environment in Denmark that addresses the challenge of the interplay between creativity and technology, and develops new areas in research and education directed towards the end-user.

Your work tasks

You will also contribute to curriculum development and to training activities that strengthen students’ employability. Your work will include participating in the existing research projects of the lab. You will share findings through academic publications, conferences and project deliverables.

Your competencies

Familiarity with more-than-human design, with feminist, ecological and pluriversal perspectives or with sustainability would be valuable. Experience of developing educational initiatives, particularly in Denmark, and of organizing local or international events or conferences would also be relevant. We would welcome experience in coordinating pilot activities and contributing to the management of international projects. Spoken Danish is an advantage, but it is not a requirement.

Who we are

You may read more about the Service Design Lab: https://servicedesignlab.aau.dk/

Qualification requirements 

• Application, stating reasons for applying, qualifications in relation to the position, and intentions and visions for the position 
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) 
• Diplomas (master’s degree diploma and PhD diploma) 
• List of publications, with an indication of the attached publications that you wish to be taken into account in the assessment. You may attach a maximum of five publications. 
• Documentation of teaching qualifications if relevant.
• Dissemination qualifications, including participation on committees or boards, participation in organisations etc. 
• Additional qualifications in relation to the position 
• References/recommendations 

You can read more about the requirements for your application here.    

The application must be submitted via Aalborg University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aalborg University’s website.  

Aalborg University wants to reflect the surrounding society and has diversity as a core value. Therefore, everyone, regardless of personal background and orientation, is encouraged to apply for the position. 

Aalborg University has a policy of parallel language use. International staff are encouraged, with support from the university, to learn Danish during their employment in order to support their integration into the workplace and Danish society. 

Danish language courses will be offered as part of the employment. 

Do you have any questions? 

Further information 

The appointment process at Aalborg University involves a shortlisting process. You can read more about the shortlisting and appointment process here.  

The hiring process at Aalborg University may include a risk assessment as a tool to identify potential risks associated with new hires, ensuring the safety, compliance, and integrity of the workplace. 

Salary and terms of employment  

You can find information about the salary and salary structure for the position in the Salary Overview for Recruitment – Scientific positions (VIP). Please refer to the introductory section of the page and the section entitled “Postdoc”.

There is a mutual probationary period of 3 months for the position.

Aalborg University

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