PhD Fellow in HCI Theory & Interaction Design

Department of Pharmacy, University of Copenhagen; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 852,000 - 985,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Copenhagen invites applicants for one or two PhD fellowships in Human-Computer Interaction as part of the TRACTION project led by Kasper Hornbæk. The role focuses on theory-driven research in HCI, with opportunities to work on AI, XR, and social media contexts.

Start date is 1 April 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter, and employment is full-time. The program offers exposure to a thriving research culture within the Department of Computer Science, with regular meetings,

Qualifications

• Eligible for regular PhD programme: degree equivalent to a Danish master’s degree (180 ECTS/3 FTE BSc + 120 ECTS/2 FTE MSc) related to computer science.
• Integrated MSc/PhD pathway possible if bachelor’s degree equivalent; enrolment in MSc programme is required.

Responsibilities

• Complete and pass the MSc education in accordance with the curriculum of the MSc programme.
• Carry through an independent research project under supervision.
• Complete PhD courses corresponding to approx. 30 ECTS / ½ FTE.
• Participate in active research environments, including a stay at another research institution, preferably abroad.
• Teaching and knowledge dissemination activities.
• Write scientific papers aimed at high-impact journals.
• Write and defend a PhD thesis on the basis of your project.

Job description

University of Copenhagen invites applicants for one or two PhD fellowships in Human-Computer Interaction as part of the TRACTION project led by Kasper Hornbæk. The role focuses on theory-driven research in HCI, with opportunities to work on AI, XR, and social media contexts.

Start date is 1 April 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter, and employment is full-time. The program offers exposure to a thriving research culture within the Department of Computer Science, with regular meetings,