Senior Lecturer/Professor in UX Engineering.

Founded in 1894, City, University of London is a global university committed to academic excellence with a focus on business and the professions and an enviable central London location.

City attracts around 20,000 students (over 40% postgraduate level) from more than 150 countries and staff from over 75 countries.

In the last decade, City has almost tripled the proportion of its total academic staff producing world-leading or internationally excellent research. During this period, City has made significant investments in its academic staff, its estate and its infrastructure and continues to work towards realizing its vision of being a leading global university.

The culture at City is built on our shared core values, which means that all employees are expected to behave according to our values: “We care, We learn, We act.”

Background

The Centre for HCI Design (HCID) is one of the longest standing Human-Computer Interaction groups in the UK, formed over 25 years ago. Its research is world-leading with particular strengths in digital healthcare, inclusive design, sustainable computing and responsible AI. As well as leading in research and teaching, the Centre runs the City Interaction Lab, a Digital Product Design and Innovation Studio, and has a key role in running a new VR/AR facility shared across the School of Science and Technology.

Responsibilities

We're seeking a visionary leader to create and oversee a new Postgraduate program and associated short courses in Computer Science. You'll be instrumental in elevating the profile of these courses nationally and internationally. As part of this role, you'll spearhead broader educational initiatives, collaborate with industry partners, and supervise doctoral students in education/pedagogy. Additionally, you'll lead student recruitment efforts, deliver high-quality teaching, and mentor postgraduate students. Your expertise in AI-enhanced design and immersive technologies will drive innovation within the school. Join us and contribute to shaping the future of Computer Science education.

Person Specification

We're looking for a qualified candidate with a PhD (or equivalent) in Computer Science or a related field, along with a strong track record of program leadership. Experience in creating new programs in UX Engineering or related technologies is essential, as is the ability to establish and oversee program-specific teaching and research laboratories. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated history of teaching students in Computer Science and related fields, as well as experience in developing wider enterprise activities, including industry collaborations. Participation in international standardization activities and a commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) initiatives are also key qualifications.

Additional Information

City offers a sector-leading salary, pension scheme and benefits including a comprehensive package of staff training and development.

Closing date for applications: 30^th June 2024 at 11:59pm.

City, University of London is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in all its activities, processes, and culture for our whole community, including staff, students and visitors.

We welcome applications regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender identity, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, pregnancy, race and ethnic origin, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation and socio-economic background.

City operates a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants.

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