Assistant Professor in Problem Based Learning in Engineering Education (2025-224-06222)

Assistant Professor in Problem Based Learning in Engineering Education (2025-224-06222)

At the Technical Faculty of IT and Design, Department of Sustainability and Planning one or more positions as Assistant Professor in Problem Based Learning in Engineering Education are open for appointment from April 1, 2025 or soon thereafter. The position/s are for 3 years and will be based in Aalborg.

Jobbeskrivelse
The main research area will be within the field of problem based learning(PBL) in engineering education. The position will be related to the Aalborg Centre for Problem Based Learning in Engineering Science and Sustainability under the auspices of UNESCO(UCPBL). The researcher will be working in a cross-disciplinary team of researchers, who are committed to the vision and mission of the Centre(https://www.ucpbl.net/about/).

The applicants should demonstrate research experience within the field of PBL related to one or more of the following areas in engineering education or STEM education(including vocational education), and with an open-mindedness to diverse research methodologies:

• PBL for better student learning– how might we strengthen PBL to support the new generation of student learning. This includes exploring persistence/retention, competence, and value development, interdisciplinary competence, employability, sustainability, ethics, design-thinking, system-thinking, among others.
• PBL for educational change for better learning and education– how PBL can be used to support meaningful change in education, e.g. curriculum development; pedagogy/teacher/faculty/staff development; and EDI in education(Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion).
• Future of PBL– how PBL can be used in the context of continuing education(CE) and adult learning.

Teaching will be related to PBL including courses, workshops and consultancy offered at all Engineering and Science programmes at Aalborg University at different levels of study. Furthermore, assist staff training internally at AAU and externally in the Master of Problem Based Learning, the UCPBL certificate programme or tailor-made training courses by request

The Department of Planning and Sustainability conducts research and teaching on development and planning in a broad sense, including both technical and social-technical aspects, with a focus on planning for sustainability.

The department was established in 1975. Today, we are located in two beautiful harbour-front locations in Aalborg and Copenhagen. We have more than 250 employees and approximately 1,160 students.

Our research and study programmes are rooted in sustainability and the green transition. This means we conduct research in areas such as circular economy, technology, urban-, energy-, and environmental planning, as well as sustainable transition and design. Sustainability is central to our work in environmental assessment and marine management. In surveying and land use, sustainability is reflected in our efforts in nature restoration and climate adaptation.

As society continues to develop digitally, we also focus on responsible technology development, addressing real-life challenges. Our problem-oriented approach and close collaboration with businesses and public organisations form the foundation of all our study programmes. Additionally, our engineering programmes are among the best in Europe.

You can read more about the department here and the faculty as a workplace here.

Your competences

You have independent research-related qualifications at international level and a PhD degree in Problem Based Learning in Engineering Education or a related field. You are a clear communicator, and you have some degree of experience of supervision and teaching at bachelor's and master's degree level. Completed pedagogical courses in supervision or similar will be a plus, as will experience with external research collaborations. We also draw attention to a stay or employment at one or more internationally recognised research institutions.

As a person, you have good interpersonal skills, are inclusive and team-oriented and able to contribute to a good work environment.

We expect you to be able to write and speak English at the academic level.

In order to be assessed qualified for an assistant professor position, you must meetthese academic criteria. Shortlisting will be used.

Questions about the position

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Associate Professor Bente Nø[email protected] or Professor Xiangyun Du;[email protected]

Your place of work will be the Department of Sustainability and Planning,DK-Aalborg, Denmark.

We expect to conduct interviews week 12.

The application must contain

• A motivating text outlining your reasons for applying, and intentions and visions with the position.curriculum vitae, including personal data, educational background, scientific qualifications, dissemination skills, participation in committees and boards, and additional qualifications relevant for the position.

• Copies of relevant diplomas(Master of Science and PhD- both in English).

• A complete list of publications.

• Publications you wish to be considered by the assessment committee. Up to 5 publications may be included.

• Teaching qualifications relevant to the position.

• References/recommendations.

Your application including attachments must be sent electronically by clicking the“Apply online” link below.

The application must be written in English.

For further information concerning the application procedure please contact Human Resources by [email protected].

Information regarding guidelines, ministerial circular in force, teaching portfolio and procedures can be seen here.

AAU wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background or belief.

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.

Løn og ansættelsesvilkår
The employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities(the Appointment Order) and the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities. Salary and terms of employment are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the state(AC collective agreement)(only in Danish) and circular concerning protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities(only in Danish).

Ansøgningsfrist
2025-02-26

Ref. nummer
2025-224-06222

Afdeling
Department of Planning