Professor in the field of Digital Spaces (60-80%)

Diversity at the university - we seek differentness

• To develop learning methods, theories, and practices in the field of digital spaces and to strengthen education and research in this field
• To secure externally funded research projects, author academic publications; communicate research findings through conferences, festivals and exhibitions
• Play an active role in the strategic development of the BA degree programme, including fostering links between research and teaching at the whole school and university
• To position and establish a network for the Digital Spaces sector within a regional and international context
• To expand collaborations with industry partners

You hold a master’s degree (MA) and, ideally a PhD, or have several years comparable research experience in a design discipline or related field.

Furthermore, you meet the following criteria:

• You will have a proven track record of several years’ research and teaching experience, particularly 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 output, and have already successfully secured external funding for research projects.
• You have experience of innovative teaching methods and of delivering high-quality, research-led and practice-oriented teaching.
• You have excellent communication and organisational skills.
• You hold a qualification in higher education teaching didactics or are willing to obtain one during your first few years of employment.
• You possess excellent German and English language skills in both spoken and written form.

 The FHNW strives to increase the proportion of women in professorships and in leadership positions. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive learning environment that actively promotes equity, inclusion, and social justice, and therefore seek candidates whose experience, teaching philosophies, and scholarly practice will help to expand and support this commitment.

FHNW professors shape their activities along their field of expertise, shaping it through their experiences and interests. The integration into an institute or a study program promotes professional exchange and interdisciplinary cooperation across universities. The flexible working conditions allow employees a high degree of self-determination and personal responsibility. 

Wide range of university sports

Cultural programme of lectures, concerts, theatre and films

Established implementation of equal pay

Targeted promotion of doctoral projects

Sabbatical for professors for research and practical projects

Annual working hours and time allowance for further education,
administration and university development

Start Date: per 2027 9 1 .

Apply online

Hochschule für Gestaltung und Kunst Basel FHNW

Freilager-Platz 1, Postfach,

4002
Basel

Any questions?

About the position:

Prof. Marion Fink, Studiengangleiterin BA Visuelle Kommunikation und digitale Räume, Contact: +41 61 228 40 98

About the recruiting process:

Nadine Seiler, Personalverantwortliche , Contact: +41 61 228 42 36

Will you soon belong to our team? We look forward to your application latest by 31.12.2026. 

Further information:

https://www.fhnw.ch/en/art-design/degree-programmes/offerings/programmes/visual-communication-and-digital-spaces-ba

fhnw.ch/de/gestaltung-kunst