Lecturer in Human Computer Interaction at Leicester

Lecturer in Human Computer Interaction

University of Leicester, UK
Salary Grade 8 - PS38,183 to 46,924 per annum
Permanent and full-time contract
Ref: SEN00780-1

Together our staff and students are discovering innovative ways to change the world for the better and there has never been a more exciting time for you to join us. We are ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide and have an international reputation for excellence in teaching and research. We are led by discovery and innovation, with the synergy between research and learning at the core of our activity.

The Department of Informatics is growing its capability for interdisciplinary and applied research while maintaining a strong presence in the core discipline. As part of this strategy, which will be delivered through several appointments over the coming year, we seek an excellent researcher and teacher to help us develop the key area of Human Computer Interaction, which is crucial for our plans to grow interdisciplinary work within as well as beyond our University.

We are looking for candidates with a strong research background in one or more of the following areas: Interaction Design, Experience-centred Design, Service Design, Research-through-Design, Tangible & Embodied Interaction, Ubiquitous Computing, Urban Informatics, Physical Computing & Shape-Changing Interfaces. Outstanding applicants in other HCI areas will also be considered.

You will be expected to conduct high-level innovative research and teaching, including the publication of research, development of teaching materials, research supervision and income generation through research grants, consultancy, and/or knowledge transfer.

A lecturer position in the UK is similar to an assistant professorship in the North-American system.

Please click https://www2.le.ac.uk/offices/jobs/opportunities/jobsearch and search on the reference number SEN00780-1 for more information and to apply.

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Reiko Heckel on rh122@le.ac.uk or 0116 252 3406.

The closing date for this post is midnight on 20 January 2017.

We anticipate that interviews will take place on 16 and 17 February 2017.