Visiting professor architectural design with a focus on architecture and construction

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Visiting professor architectural design with a focus on architecture and construction

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Offer DescriptionLet’s shape the future – University of AntwerpThe is a dynamic, forward-thinking, European university. We offer an innovative academic education to more than 20000 students, conduct pioneering scientific research and play an important service-providing role in society. We are one of the largest, most international and most innovative employers in the region. With more than 6000 employees from 100 different countries, we are helping to build tomorrow’s world every day. Through top scientific research, we push back boundaries and set a course for the future – a future that you can help to shape.The Achitecture programme in the Faculty of Design Sciences is looking for a part-time (40%) visiting professor in the field of architectural design with a focus on architecture and construction.Within the module ‘Architectural design and construction’, students learn to design using the physical aspects of mass, structure, tectonics and space. Students investigate and design the relationship between the structure, space and image of landscapes and buildings. In addition, strategies for sustainable (re)use of materials and spaces are central to the design process. Moreover, students learn that structure is more than just construction. The structure of a building also manages the hierarchy of spaces and the legibility of a building, initiates organisation and size in the building, and is the substrate for designing much more into the object. Therefore, the structure of a building is of initial conceptual importance. In addition, the module is also about constructing meaning: how do materials, structure and construction help determine the cultural meaning of building and architecture? Here, the challenge of a finite world versus a seemingly unshakable paradigm of unstoppable (economic) growth, the focus on technological, ecological and social developments, the economy and the craft of building, cannot be overemphasised.PositionEducation

• In the first semester of the second year of the bachelor programme, you will be programme component coordinator and studio supervisor of the programme component ‘Architectural design and construction’ (12 ECTS, approx. 125 students, in groups of approx. 25 students). In the second semester, you are responsible for a design studio in the first year of the master programme in architecture (12 ECTS, approx. 15-20 students). Throughout the academic year, you also supervise a group of ca. 7 to 10 master’s thesis students (24 ECTS).
• You are responsible for the pedagogical vision and the substantive and practical elaboration of the design exercises for the above-mentioned design studios.
• You will play a role in developing activating, student-centred and competence-driven education and in the coaching guidance of students.

Team management

• In the second year of the bachelor programme, you manage a team of approx. 5 design mentors.
• You actively participate in the development, coordination and monitoring of the internal processes and procedures related to the qualitative development of the second bachelor and master years of architecture.
• You are (co-)responsible for organising and implementing the administrative and practical organisation of the studios, including the division of tasks, procedures and quality control.

Services

• You actively participate in the programme’s internal management, including as a member of the programme committee and possible participation in working groups and other (faculty or other) committees
• You work proactively to build a nexus with research.
• You explore opportunities to relate studio teaching to research projects and funds.

Profile

• You hold a master’s degree in architecture, engineer-architect or equivalent.
• You have either a PhD or doctoral thesis or proven specific expertise in the field of architectural design, including empirical and theoretical reflection.
• You can demonstrate relevant practical experience as a designer, and can illustrate that your contribution to the discipline does not consist solely of realisations, but is also situated at the level of meta-reflection on design and/or architectural practice.
• You have experience in higher design education.
• You have relevant experience in coaching, supervising and professionally supporting team members. You are able to facilitate individual growth processes, evaluate performances and adjust where necessary.
• You are strong in planning, organising and giving direction.
• You can communicate clearly – both verbally and in writing – in correct Dutch, and you can adapt that communication to various target audiences and situations.
• Your teaching competences are in line with the University of Antwerp’s

. * You act with attention to quality, integrity, creativity and cooperation.What we offer

• We offer a part-time appointment for a period of 1 year, renewable after positive evaluation. The level of your appointment (assistant professor, associate professor, professor or full professor) is determined on the basis of your professional experience and academic qualifications.
• Your gross monthly salary is calculated according to the

for a visiting professor in the Contract Research Staff category (Dutch: Bijzonder Academisch Personeel, BAP). If you work part time, your salary is calculated proportionally on the basis of your employment percentage. * You will receive ecocheques, Internet-connectivity allowance, a group insurance, an income protection insurance, and a bicycle allowance or a full reimbursement of public transport costs for commuting.

• The planned start date is 1 September 2024.
• You will do most of your work at the city campus, sites Paardenmarkt and Mutsaard, in a dynamic and stimulating working environment.
• Find out more about working at the University of Antwerp

.Want to apply?

• You can apply for this vacancy through the University of Antwerp’s online job application platform up to and including 9 October 2024 (by midnight Brussels time). Click on the ‘Apply’ button and complete the online application form. Be sure to include the following attachments:

• your motivation letter
• your professional (and possibly academic) CV
• a portfolio, demonstrating the above-mentioned expertise, teaching experience, practical experience, recognition and meta-reflection
• a note outlining your views on studio pedagogy and teamwork, as well as your views on the relationship of design education with research and design practice.
• The selection committee reviews all applications as soon as possible after the application deadline. As soon as a decision is made, we will notify you. If you are still eligible after the pre-selection, you will be informed about the possible next step(s) in the selection procedure. Please note the following dates in your calendar: Wednesday 13 November 2024 (interviews)
• If you have any questions about the online application form, please check the

or send an email to . If you have any questions about the job itself, please contact dr. Mario Rinke ( ), chair of the Architecture programme.The University of Antwerp received the European Commission’s for its HR policy. We are a sustainable, family-friendly organisation which invests in its employees’ growth. We encourage and attach great importance to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities, regardless of gender identity, disability, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and with diverse characteristics to apply.Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Architecture Years of Research Experience NoneResearch Field Architecture Years of Research Experience NoneResearch Field Engineering Years of Research Experience NoneResearch Field Engineering Years of Research Experience NoneAdditional InformationWebsite for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute University of Antwerp Country Belgium City Antwerp Postal Code 2000 Street Prinsstraat 13 GeofieldContact CityAntwerp WebsitePostal Code2000STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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Antwerpen

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Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:45:28 GMT

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