Research Associate for Digital STEM Education in the DroneCup Project | Wissenschaftliche/r Mitarbeiter/in für digitale MINT-Bildung im Projekt DrohnenCup (d/m/w)

Job Summary

This role involves actively shaping the future of playful robotics research and digital MINT (STEM) education through the unique DroneCup project at Flensburg University of Applied Sciences. The Research Associate will be responsible for designing, pedagogically supporting, and executing innovative workshops for students and teachers, focusing on integrating children and semi-autonomous drones. Day-to-day tasks include developing curricula, creating digital tools to foster Computational Thinking, coordinating the regional DroneCup competition, and conducting empirical studies. The ideal candidate possesses a scientific university degree in a relevant field (HCI, Computer Science, Pedagogy with a technical focus) and a passion for human-technology interaction. This position requires strong teamwork, high initiative, and the ability to publish research findings in scientific journals, making it an excellent opportunity for those interested in educational technology research and development.