Assistant Professorship in Human-Centred Computing

KU - SCIENCE - DATALOGISK INSTITUT - UP1; København; On-site; DKK 448,000 - 493,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Computer Science at the University of Copenhagen invites applications for an Assistant Professorship in Human-Centred Computing. The role emphasizes human-computer interaction and related fields, with responsibilities for BSc/MSc teaching and cross‑program collaboration.

We seek candidates with a strong publication record in CHI/TOCHI/CSCW/UIST, able to attract external funding, and contribute to an international, inclusive research environment at the HCC section with ties to

Qualifications

• PhD in HCI or related field.
• Strong publication record in top HCI venues (CHI, TOCHI, CSCW, UIST).
• Active interest in latest HCI developments including AI, new methods, and interaction theories.
• Pre- and postgraduates teaching experience, including project supervision.
• Proficient communication and ability to work in teams.
• Excellent English skills, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop BSc/MSc courses within Computer Science.
• Co-teach on the Communication and IT bachelor and master programmes.
• Strengthen the HCC section and collaborate with SDPS and AI centers.
• Contribute to securing external research funding.

Skills

Strong research track record

Excellent English communication

Teaching experience

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in HCI or related field

Job description

Assistant Professorship in Human-Centred Computing

The Department of Computer Science at the University of Copenhagen invites applications for an Assistant Professorship (non-tenure track) in Human-Centred Computing. The expected start date is January 2027, or as soon as possible thereafter.

We are looking for candidates with broad skills in human-computer interaction and related fields, and a proven track record of influential research, including publications at the highest level, such as ACM CHI, CSCW and TOCHI. We are open to different specialities within HCI, but are particularly interested in candidates whose skills would complement and strengthen the current focus of the Human-Centred Computing (HCC) section. This includes those with a track record in human-centred AI, VR, healthcare, design, theory, critical perspectives, or human-robot interaction.

The position involves contributing to and strengthening the HCC section, including teaching and course responsibility for relevant BSc and MSc courses within Computer Science, as well as co-teaching on the Communication and IT bachelor's and master's programmes.

Fostering a research environment of the highest excellence, and one in which people from diverse backgrounds can thrive, is a high priority for the department. The HCC section was recently ranked as Europe’s top HCI research centre with research that spans collaborative technologies, human-centred AI, AR/VR, health informatics, AI in education, and digital fabrication. As part of HCC, you will join a leading department with strong research sections across computer science, and you can expect close collaboration with other sections, in particular the Section for Software, Data, People and Society (SDPS). The section also co-organises two centres within artificial intelligence, the SCIENCE AI Centre and the Pioneer Centre for Artificial Intelligence, and the post will support collaboration around AI and human-centred AI through these centres.

Assessment of applicants will primarily consider their level of documented, internationally competitive research. The ability to attract external funding will be considered together with outreach qualifications. Teaching qualifications are not mandatory, but documented teaching qualifications and experience will be taken into account. Further information on the department is available here. Enquiries about the position may be directed to the head of the HCC section, Professor Barry Brown, [e-mail].

The University wishes its staff to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Your Profile

Six overall criteria apply for assistant professor appointments at the University of Copenhagen. The six criteria (research, teaching, societal impact, organisational contribution, external funding, and leadership) are considered a framework for the overall assessment of candidates. Find information about each criterion here: https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/criteria-for-recognising-merit .

Furthermore, we are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic scientist with the following skills and experience:

• You have a PhD in HCI or a related field.
• You are a high achieving researcher and have published extensively in top ranked HCI conferences and journals, including ACM CHI, TOCHI, CSCW, UIST etc.
• You have a strategy for career development, including attracting research funding, mentoring colleagues and positively contributing to the broader research field and society.
• You have an active interest in the latest developments in HCI, including interactions and use with AI systems, development of new research methods in HCI, and new theories of interaction and technology adoption.
• You have pre- and postgraduate teaching experience, including project supervision.
• Proficient communication skills and ability to work in teams.
• Excellent English skills written and spoken.

Place of employment

The place of employment is at the Department of Computer Science, University of Copenhagen. We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in dynamic and international research environment.

Questions

For further information please contact Barry Brown; [e-mail].

Foreign applicants may find this link useful: www.ism.ku.dk (International Staff Mobility).

Terms of employment

The average weekly working hours are 37 hours per week.

The position is a fixed-term position limited to a period of 4 years. The start date is 1 January 2027.

Salary, pension and other conditions of employment are set in accordance with the Agreement between the Ministry of Taxation and AC (Danish Confederation of Professional Associations) or other relevant organisation. Currently, the monthly salary starts at 39,900 DKK/approx. 5,300 EUR (August 2026 level). Depending on qualifications, a supplement may be negotiated. The employer will pay an additional 18,07 % to your pension fund.

Foreign and Danish applicants may be eligible for tax reductions if they hold a PhD degree and have not lived in Denmark the last 10 years.

The position is covered by the Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities 2025.

Documents and Application Process

Documents required:

• Motivated letter of application (Max. one page)
• CV incl. education, work/research experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position
• A certified/signed copy of a) PhD certificate and b) Master of Science certificate. If the PhD is not completed, a written statement from the supervisor will do
• List of publications
• Teaching plan, describing teaching experience and approach
• Separate reprints of three particularly relevant papers
• Research plan, describing current and future research plans

The deadline for applications is 9th October 2026 23:59 CET

We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline, and not to consider applications that do not live up to the abovementioned requirements.

Interviews will be held on 30th October 2026.

The further process

After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the hiring committee. All applicants are then immediately notified whether their application has been passed for assessment by an unbiased assessor. Once the assessment work has been completed each applicant has the opportunity to comment on the part of the assessment that relates to the applicant him/herself.

You can read about the recruitment process at http://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/

The University of Copenhagen wish to reflect the diversity of society and encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of personal background.