Assistant Professor, HCI and UX Design/Research
Position Summary
The School of Information (SI) at Pratt Institute seeks to hire one full-time tenure-track faculty member at the assistant professor level. We seek a full-time faculty who can contribute notably to our M.S. Information Experience Design, which specializes in educating well-rounded UX designers and researchers. We are open to a wide range of interests from the field of UX and HCI. Potential areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Accessibility & Inclusive Design
- Immersive Experience Design
- User Interface and Digital Product Design
- Embodied, physical, and wearable computing
- Games UX Design/Research
- Usability and UX research
- Participatory design
- Service design
- Other related areas
About the Role
The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in the M.S. Information Experience Design program, conduct research, and engage in professional service.
Responsibilities
- Teach courses in the M.S. Information Experience Design program
- Conduct research in the field of UX and HCI
- Engage in professional service, including committee work and participation in conferences and workshops
Requirements
- A Ph.D. in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), User Experience (UX) Design, or a related field
- Strong record of scholarly activity, including publications and presentations
- Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in HCI and UX Design/Research
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative academic environment
Qualifications
- Passion for education and a commitment to excellence in teaching
- Interest in contributing to the mission of the School of Information and Pratt Institute
- Ability to foster a diverse and inclusive learning environment
Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Experience with educational technology and digital tools
Benefits
Pratt Institute offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
Pay
The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Schedule
The position is full-time and requires a minimum of 40 hours per week.