Assignment as Director of the Central KTH Maker Space (40%)

Background

In celebration of KTH’s 200th anniversary and in line with the university’s commitment to fostering creativity, innovation, and experimental learning, KTH is establishing a central Maker Space at the KTH Library. We are now looking for a committed and visionary colleague to take on the assignment as Director of the Central KTH Maker Space (40%), alongside their current employment at KTH.

The Maker Space will support both curriculum-based and extracurricular activities, encourage interdisciplinary exploration, and act as a hub for prototyping, practical workshops, and sustainable practices. It will also serve as a gateway to the many specialised maker environments across KTH.

Job description

As Director, you will:

• Lead and develop the central Maker Space in line with KTH’s strategic goals.
• Coordinate and support integration of maker-based learning into courses and programmes.
• Supervise a small operational team (amanuenses, technician/space coordinator, communication officer).
• Act as ambassador for the Maker Space and promote visibility of related environments across KTH.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including potential industry partners.

The assignment is 40% of full-time and runs initially for three years, with possibility for extension. The Director reports to the Deputy President at KTH and works closely with a steering group.

Eligibility and assessment criteria

We are looking for a person who:

• Is currently employed at KTH as an Assistant Professor (Biträdande lektor) or higher.
• Has a strong interest in experimental pedagogy and hands-on learning environments.
• Demonstrates ability to lead initiatives, engage students, and collaborate across disciplines.
• Is motivated to contribute to KTH’s sustainability and innovation goals through practical action.
• Experience from managing labs, project courses or student-driven spaces is a merit.

Application and nomination

Please send a brief letter of motivation (max 1 page) and CV (max 2 pages) clearly outlining your suitability for the assignment to jschuber@kth.se by August 20 2025.
Nominations of suitable candidates are also welcome and may be submitted to the same address.

Contact

For questions about the assignment, please contact Joakim Lilliesköld, EECS- school, joakiml@kth.se / +46 8 790 68 69.

Other information

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