About this job
You will be teaching in the Creative Business (CB) bachelor’s programme and the Applied Data Science & AI bachelor’s programme of our Academy for AI, Games & Media (AGM). Ethics is an important issue in all programmes of the academy. Moreover, it is one of the key issues in the new Master AI Translator to be developed. Your job duties will involve teaching students the importance of ethics, as well as contributing to the development of the programmes and their digital learning environment. Some of your activities include:
- Development, implementation, and teaching of course material and workshops in the field mentioned above at both bachelor’s and master’s levels;
- Development of project briefs and assessment for students;
- Coaching and supervising students in our Labs (the project environment for students), during placements and in graduation projects;
- Since BUas considers applied research as one of its duties, participation in research projects (e.g., KreativeEU) can be part of the position as well.
As a lecturer (0.6-1FTE) at Breda University of Applied Sciences (BUas), you will have the opportunity to guide and support smart and highly committed young individuals on their journey to excellence in the creative business industry. Your role includes providing academic advice and support to students, fostering their personal and professional development. Knowledge of the legal context of the industries is essential.
What do we offer?
- The salary for this position amounts to a monthly minimum of € 4,535.76 and a monthly maximum of € 6,359.47 (gross amounts based on full-time employment);
- This position is classified in scale 11 of the cao-hbo (collective labour agreement). Your official job title will be that of lecturer;
- This position involves a one-year employment contract with the possibility of conversion into an indefinite employment contract;
- Your commuting expenses will be fully reimbursed if you travel by public transport;
- You will receive an end-of-year bonus of 8.3% in December and an 8% holiday allowance in May;
- You will receive a contribution towards your health insurance costs;
- You will build an attractive pension through the ABP pension fund;
- You will also be awarded professional development hours every year and approximately 11 weeks of holiday entitlements in a full-time position;
- You will be working at a top-ranked university of applied sciences on a green, sustainable campus near the city centre of Breda, with cutting-edge and innovative projects and technology including Data Science, AI, XR equipment, and experience measurement labs;
- You will be working in an attractive and friendly working environment together with enthusiastic colleagues from the industry and students from around the world. The Academy for AI, Games & Media is very close-knit, and diversity and inclusion is rooted in our DNA;
- Working at BUas means always striving for ‘the plus’. BUas aims to be more than just a university of applied sciences, continuously focusing on development and creating meaningful experiences;
- Moving from abroad to Breda in the Netherlands? We provide support and financial compensation for relocation and settling-in in the Netherlands. Dutch tax authorities may offer tax reduction to applicants from abroad (which makes tax rates comparable to the UK and US).
What do we ask of you?
- You have a master’s degree or PhD in a relevant field (e.g., ethics or philosophy);
- You have comprehensive knowledge of ethics and ethical frameworks in the AI, games and media industries. Knowledge of the philosophy of technology is a plus;
- You preferably have experience as a lecturer, developer, manager, or consultant are familiar with modern educational views;
- You have teaching experience or are willing to undertake didactic training;
- You will be working in an international and intercultural setting. Therefore, having excellent verbal and written communication skills in English is a necessity.
The application process
Please send us your application before 10 March 2025 via the online application form (see link on this page). Do you have any questions? Feel free to contact Frank Peters at peters.f@buas.nl with questions about the job itself, or recruitment@buas.nl for questions about the application process. You will receive a reply to your application no later than two weeks after the closing date.
The submission of a certificate of good conduct (in Dutch abbreviated to VOG) is a condition for commencing employment at BUas. We will initiate a request for this after the terms of employment meeting. Among candidates with equal qualifications and experience, preference will be given to the internal candidate.
More about us
Breda University of Applied Sciences (hereafter referred to as BUas) is a specialist, small-scale and international university of applied sciences. BUas offers bachelor's and master's degree programmes at both professional and academic levels, with expertise in closely interrelated fields: Tourism, Leisure & Events, Hotel & Facility, Logistics & Built Environment, Media & Creative Business, Games, and Data Science & AI. Our strength lies in the ability to connect these fields.
We aim to create added value in our education and research for our students, and therefore also for business and society. We provide our students with knowledge as well as ‘BUas Skills for Life’, empowering them to thrive in a constantly changing world and contribute to making it a better place. We encourage our employees to lead by example, fostering independence, collaboration and practical research that can be applied in real-world contexts.
We are curious about the world around us, considerate of each other, and committed to creating a healthy living and working environment for students and staff. This ethos defines how we operate on our campus. Within our inspiring learning community, we encourage each other to optimally develop our talents, combine knowledge and skills, and apply them in society in a sustainable manner.
External recruiters need not inquire.
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