PhD: Autism inclusion at the Interaction Design Centre, Uni. of Limerick

Deadline for application: 15 December 2023.

The position is part of a European doctoral network funded by a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action: “Reworlding: Repositioning Participatory Design to Tackle Socio-Environmental Challenges”. This project will look at current practices, services and discourses around autism inclusivity in society via collaboration with the two largest Charities for Autism in the Republic of Ireland. Please see the full description of the call here, as it includes important eligibility criteria as well as information about how to apply.

Selection criteria are specific to the project are:

• Experience/Interest in Inclusion, autism, neuro-diversity, sustainability
• The candidate’s qualifications or equivalent work experience in design, human computer interaction, STS (Science and Technology Studies), community development, sociology, anthropology, or other relevant fields.
• Experience with community engagement, and co-design or participatory design.