A unique, design-led, joint PhD project has arisen between KU Leuven and University of Edinburgh, involving design, dementia and the preservation of dignity in residential care settings by building a better understanding of clients’ intimacy needs, through a participatory methodology.

Full project details:

https://www.kuleuven.be/personeel/jobsite/jobs/60118258?hl=en&lang=en

The suitable candidate will be based in Belgium at Inter-ACTIONS research unit at the LUCA School of Arts, with scheduled placements in Edinburgh, working closely with colleagues from the School of Design and the School of Health & Social Sciences through our Advanced Care Research Centre (ACRC).

Questions or queries should be directed to either Dr. Niels Hendriks (KU Leuven) or Dr. Arno Verhoeven (Uni Edinburgh). Contact details can be found within the link above.

Deadline for submission is July 1.