Within the TACIT project, you will focus on a specific use case: that of video-mediated sign language interpreting services (remote interpreting) in the Netherlands. Together with Berengroep, Nederlands Gebarencentrum, deaf and hard-of-hearing users and interpreters, you will:

• Co-develop and evaluate an improved system architecture for remote video-mediated interpreting services (Tolk op Afstand, TOA) making use of Augmented Reality;
• Conduct participatory research to understand user needs, experiences, and expectations;
• Contribute to recommendations and prototypes that enhance both deaf users’ access and service efficiency;
• Disseminate findings through academic and professional publications, workshops, and stakeholder meetings.

You will be part of an interdisciplinary team working at the intersection of inclusive design, technology, Deaf Studies, and accessibility. You will be part of the TACIT consortium, and will be expected to interact with other researchers in the consortium.

We are looking for a candidate who has:

• A degree from a university of applied Sciences (HBO, or equivalent) in a relevant field;
• Demonstrated experience or strong interest in co-design, participatory research, or user experience research;
• Proficiency in Sign Language of the Netherlands (NGT) or another sign language;
• Fluency in English (fluency in Dutch is recommended but not mandatory);
• Affinity with or lived experiences in deaf communities;
• Strong analytical and writing skills and an ability to communicate effectively with diverse partners, including deaf users, interpreters, and technology developers;
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team.

It is preferable if additionally, you have experience with participatory or co-design methods, particularly involving deaf and hard-of hearing participants, familiarity with remote interpreting and/or sign language technology, and/or experience working with or within deaf organisations, interpreter services, or accessibility-related organizations.

We offer a temporary employment contract for 24-38 hours per week for a period of 22 months (when working 38 hours per week) with a probationary period of two months. The preferred starting date is to be discussed. The gross monthly salary, based on 38 hours per week and dependent on relevant experience, ranges between €3,708 - €5,538 (scale 9 or 10).
This does not include 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% year-end allowance. The UFO profile Education/Research Officer
is applicable. The Collective Labour Agreement of Universities of the Netherlands is applicable.
Curious about our extensive secondary benefits package? You can read more about it here.