• Co-develop a set of integrated and inclusive co-design methodologies for large-scale collaborations with stakeholders in technology development, led by disabled communities
• Contribute to synthesizing insights on co-design for specific disabilities in order to formulate a coherent set of methodologies that recognize both shared and unique needs
• Identify challenges in applying the EEA, and co-develop and create best practices for addressing them
• Apply these best practices in co-creation, evaluation, and robust metrics throughout the project

The successful PhD candidate will have:

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, or Disability Studies
• Strong interest in accessibility, assistive technology, human-computer interaction, and co-design research
• Personal or professional experience of working with people and communities living with disabilities
• Ability and willingness to work in a multi-disciplinary and multi-stakeholder environment
• Excellent research skills
• Excellent written and spoken English (fluency in Dutch is recommended but not mandatory)
• Prior publications and experience in human-computer interaction research are assets but not a requirement

We offer a temporary contract for 38 hours per week for the duration of 4 years (the initial contract will be for a period of 18 months, and after satisfactory evaluation, it will be extended for a total duration of 4 years). The preferred starting date is as soon as possible, but can be discussed. This should lead to a dissertation (PhD thesis). We will draft an educational plan that includes attendance at courses and (international) meetings. We also expect you to assist in teaching and tutoring undergraduates and master's students.
The gross monthly salary, based on 38 hours per week and dependent on relevant experience, ranges between € 3,059 to € 3,881 (scale P). This does not include 8% holiday allowance and 8,3% year-end allowance. The UFO profile PhD Candidate is applicable. A favourable tax agreement, the ‘30% ruling’, may apply to non-Dutch applicants. The Collective Labour Agreement of Universities of the Netherlands is applicable.

In addition to the salary and a vibrant and challenging environment at Science Park, we offer you multiple fringe benefits:

• 232 holiday hours per year (based on full-time) and extra holidays between Christmas and 1 January;
• multiple courses to follow from our Teaching and Learning Centre;
• a complete educational program for PhD students;
• multiple courses on topics such as leadership for academic staff, time management, handling stress, and an online learning platform with 100+ different courses;
• 7 weeks of birth leave (partner leave) with 100% salary;
• partly paid parental leave;
• the possibility of setting up a workplace at home;
• a pension at ABP for which UvA pays two-thirds of the contribution;
• the possibility to follow courses to learn Dutch;
• help with housing for a studio or small apartment when you’re moving from abroad.

If you are curious to read more about our extensive package of secondary employment benefits, take a look here.