Cambridge University need a Professor of LEGO
Possibly the best job in the world?
Last updated 18th Jan 2017
Cambridge University are looking for someone to fill the unusual position of Professor of Lego, but if you're interested you only have two days left to apply.
The unusual position, full title LEGO Professor of Play in Education, Development and Learning, was originally proposed in 2015 backed by £2.5 million in funding from the LEGO Foundation.
One hopeful application came from eight-year-old Joshua in the US who said,
"My name is Joshua Smith. I’m 8 years old. I hear that you need a lego professer. I would be happy to be the professer. Since I live in the United States I was wondering if I could do online classes. I know the history of minifigurs, I know part of the history of the lego company, I know about lego motors, I know about the lego themes: city, ninjago, star wars and ninja turtles. Thank you." sic
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However, despite the attractive job title Cambridge University has said the successful candidate will be in charge of conducting research into "how to equip children with skills such as problem solving, team work and self-regulation", rather than developing new LEGO bricks.
The Professor of LEGO is expected to receive a similar salary to that of other professors at the university - around £84,000 and will be expected to conduct research and supervise whilst working towards the Foundation's aim to "help to identify the true value of play in development and as an educational tool".
This isn't the first time Cambridge University has advertised for an unusual position such as this. In 2014 they advertised for a doctor of chocolate.
Full information on how to apply to be a Professor of LEGO can be found on the Cambridge University website.
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Ah oh well, back to the day job!