Assistant Professor in Product‑System Design for Industry 5.0

About the role

Ghent University’s Faculty of Engineering and Architecture seeks an Assistant Professor (tenure‑track) in Product‑System Design for Industry 5.0, starting 1 February 2027. The position combines teaching, research and societal engagement, primarily in Dutch.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver bachelor’s and master’s courses on computational design, digital manufacturing, human‑centered product realization and IoT.
• Develop internationally recognised research on product‑system design that integrates Industry 5.0 values of sustainability, resilience and human‑centredness.
• Supervise doctoral dissertations and master’s theses, and contribute to departmental and faculty service tasks.
• Build relationships with industry partners to create project‑based learning and research opportunities.

Required profile

• Strong academic CV with international visibility in product‑system design, evidenced by publications, presentations or other scholarly output.
• Ability to initiate and secure funding for research and educational projects.
• Collaborative working style and willingness to integrate into the department.
• Leadership potential or experience; willingness to learn Dutch to B2 level within five years and achieve C1 for teaching.

Required skills

• Computational design strategies.
• Digital manufacturing techniques.
• Human‑centered design methodologies.
• Internet of Things (IoT) concepts.

What we offer

• Five‑year tenure‑track contract with the possibility of a permanent associate‑professor appointment.
• Starting grant of €240,000 for personnel, operating and equipment costs.
• Access to basic teacher training and Dutch/English language courses for foreign‑speaking lecturers.
• Broad employee benefits and support for international relocation.