University/senior University Lecturer, Sustainable Materials

Aalto University

Espoo, Finland
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Sustainable material innovations
Material sustainability assessment methods
European commission policy developments
** Aalto University is seeking a University Lecturer or Senior University Lecturer in Sustainable Materials to join its interdisciplinary Department of Design. The role involves teaching, research, and curriculum development on sustainable materials in design, requiring a strong understanding of material sustainability assessment methods. **

Job Summary

  • The Sustainable Materials lectureship plays a vital role in advancing knowledge and practice in sustainable materials within the Department of Design.
  • The position will begin in the autumn 2026 or early 2027 and is full-time and permanent.
  • We offer the opportunity of working in a dynamic world-class community of creative professionals and researchers, with a remit to continuously explore the frontiers of design research and practice.

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** Aalto University is seeking a University Lecturer or Senior University Lecturer in Sustainable Materials to join its interdisciplinary Department of Design. The role involves teaching, research, and curriculum development on sustainable materials in design, requiring a strong understanding of material sustainability assessment methods. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Sustainable material innovations
  • Material sustainability assessment methods
  • European Commission policy developments
  • Teaching undergraduate and graduate programmes
  • Research and research programmes
  • Interaction with society and partners

Nice-to-have

  • Independent and critical thinking
  • Lively and accessible communication
  • Finnish language proficiency

Key Requirements

  • Doctoral degree in Design, Material Design or Materials Research
  • Proficiency in material sustainability assessment methods
  • Strong knowledge of materials in design contexts
  • Expertise in sustainability across the full lifecycle
  • Proven ability to teach in university education
  • Demonstrated collaboration with designers and industry actors
  • Proven expertise in research and teaching
  • Capacity to undertake and publish research
  • Familiarity with policy developments related to materials

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