Are you interested in coaching engineering students to apply ethical theories to tangible cases of technological transitions?
Position
Assistant Professor
Irène Curie Fellowship
No
Department(s)
Industrial Engineering and Innovation Sciences
FTE
0,3
Date off
19/01/2025
Reference number
V39.7940
Job descriptionDo you like contributing to innovative education and creating motivational dynamics in “your class” -a group of 60 students- over a period of 9 weeks (see 2min video)?
The University of Eindhoven is looking for enthusiastic and dynamic Tutorial Teachers ethics (part time) for a course on ethics of technology and engineering of for the period from April 7th 2025 to July 5th 2025.
The heart of this Ethics of Technology and Engineering course are the tutorials. In these tutorials, 60 students work in 12 teams of 5 engineering students to perform the main task, that is to apply the ethical theories to an engineering case to come to an advice for a client.
Candidates are expected to have a Masters or PhD degree in philosophy, preferably in the field of ethics, applied ethics, ethics of technology or philosophy of technology. Proven expertise in teaching philosophy courses or other pedagogical activities is recommended.
If you are concerned that you don't meet all the requirements sufficiently, but the job does excite you, then be sure to respond, we would love to look at your profile.
Conditions of employmentAn exciting position within an international yet personal university. You are right in the middle of the students, on a green campus within walking distance of the central station. Besides beautiful architecture, you will find varied workplaces and excellent sports facilities. We also offer you:
About TU/e
TU/e is a leading international university that educates engineers of the future and pushes the boundaries of science and technology for a better world. An international community of close to 7,000 employees and 13,000 students work and study on the vibrant and inspiring campus.
More information
Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to have more information about the position, please contact the hiring manager Gunter Bombaerts ([email protected]). For questions about the application process or the conditions of employment, please contact Najat Loiazizi , HR Advisor [email protected] or +31 40 247 8933.
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Application
If you are interested, please use the ‘apply' button to send us your CV and letter of application with your motivation and a description of your qualifications by January 31 st 2025.
Screening of candidates begins as soon as applications are received and continues until the position is filled. Where applicable, internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates where they are equally suitable.
We look forward to receiving your application!