2-year as Special Consultant in an Interdisciplinary Research Center on Computational Thinking and Design, Department of Computer Science,
5 days ago
A fulltime special consulting position is available in the interdisciplinary research center, Center for Computational Thinking and Design (CCTD), which is a collaboration between School of Communication and Culture (CC) and the Department of Computer Science (CS) at Aarhus University,
The place of employment is Department of Computer Science at Aarhus University (AU), and the project is co-funded by departments of CC and CS.
The daily work will happen in the context of CCTD and more specifically, The National Knowledge Center for Digital Technology Comprehension
The objective of this center is to contribute to a shared research-based knowledge foundation for the national stakeholders engaged in digital technology comprehension education for K-12. The role of the candidate is to contribute to computing education research, related to research-based educational tools and activities for computational thinking in K-12 education, as well as to manage and coordinate research and dissemination activities and collaboration with external partners.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience with research related to computing education or computational thinking, preferably supported by a PhD or Postdoc. In addition, the candidate must have documented experience with research project management and with empirical/participatory/intervention-based research. Moreover, strong interdisciplinary collaboration skills are preferred.
Expected start date and duration of employment
A fulltime position in the period of
Job Description
- Contribute to conducting scientific research in Computing Education/ Computational Thinking Research
- Collaborate with scientists in both departments (CC & CS)
- Manage and coordinate activities in an interdisciplinary research center.
Your preferred profile
- Preferably a PhD/Postdoc in Computing Education or Computer Science
- Experience with conducting computing education research at different educational levels
- Research experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Interaction design for computing education
- Design-based educational research
- Educational Technology research for teaching computing.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and in an interdisciplinary team
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate on research projects, both nationally and internationally
- Experience with coordinating research activities across multiple stakeholders and disciplines
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
Formalities and salary range
Salary and terms as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Confederation of Professional Unions.
Aarhus University's ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants.
The application must be submitted via Aarhus University's recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.
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