Assistant Professor/Associate Professor in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)

TN United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated faculty member at the Assistant/Associate Professor level to enhance research and teaching in Human-Computer Interaction. This role offers the chance to contribute to a rich academic environment, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative teaching across various levels. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in human-centric design and a commitment to advancing knowledge in HCI through both teaching and research. Join a vibrant community at a prestigious institution and make a meaningful impact in the field of technology and design.

Qualifications

• Strong profile in HCI with interdisciplinary expertise.
• Proven track record in human-centric design and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in interaction design and HCI.
• Develop graduate research content in human-centred AI and socio-technical interaction.

Skills

Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)

Human-Centric Design

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Teaching Experience

Education

PhD in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Job Description:

The Department of Computer Science and Technology at the University of Cambridge is seeking to recruit a new faculty member at the Assistant Professor/Associate Professor level to contribute to research and teaching in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI).

We welcome applications from candidates with interdisciplinary expertise and a strong interest in human-centric design research and teaching across all levels, from undergraduate to doctoral studies.

Cambridge has a rich history in HCI, with centers like the MRC Applied Psychology Unit, Xerox EuroPARC, and Microsoft Research Cambridge. The city promotes collaboration through casual and formal interactions, and recent growth in areas like Intelligent Interactive Systems and Digital Humanities offers exciting opportunities. The university's collegiate system fosters interdisciplinary work across various fields.

The appointed individual will enhance the curriculum and teach undergraduate courses in interaction design and HCI fundamentals. There will also be opportunities to develop graduate research content within the MPhil in Advanced Computer Science, covering topics such as human-centred AI, socio-technical interaction theories, psychology of programming, and more.

The department provides strong support for research development, with resources for research management, funding, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Candidates should have a prominent profile in the HCI community, with a proven track record bridging technical human-centric design practices and interdisciplinary methods spanning social sciences, brain sciences, humanities, and arts.

Interviews are scheduled to be held in person in Cambridge on 26 and 27 March 2025. The position will commence on 1 September 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Interested applicants should contact Professor Alan Blackwell for informal inquiries and submit the following:

• A complete list of publications
• A cover letter including a 2-4 page summary of research interests, future plans, and teaching experience
• Contact details of three referees

Additional documents not requested will not be considered. The university values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of society. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.