The School of Informatics at the University of Edinburgh is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced candidate to the post of University Teacher in Design Informatics. This post is part of a continuing expansion of the Institute for Design Informatics, and associated expertise at the intersection of design, computer science, human-computer interaction, data science and visualization, and artificial intelligence at the University. More information about this position can be found below and here <https://elxw.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8990>. *APPLY HERE* <https://elxw.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/8990/apply/email> by *January 5, 2024; 23:59 GMT*. Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor John Vines (john.vines@ed.ac.uk) and Dr. Uta Hinrichs (uhinrich@ed.ac.uk). *The Opportunity* This post is associated with the Institute for Design Informatics (IDI) (designinformatics.org <https://www.designinformatics.org/>), a joint research initiative between the Edinburgh School of Informatics <https://www.ed.ac.uk/informatics> and the School of Design <https://www.eca.ed.ac.uk/school-design>. About to enter its tenth year, IDI draws upon Edinburgh’s unique combination of strengths in Informatics and Design, to inspire, equip and nurture a new generation of researchers, practitioners and entrepreneurs at the intersection of data, design and technology. IDI researchers engage in a wide-range of projects, with strengths around digital health and care, creative industries, fintech, data visualisation and analysis, digital humanities, co-creative and speculative methods, human-computer interaction, human-centered security and privacy, and the societal and ethical dimensions of data and AI. The successful candidate will join IDI’s dynamic team of 90+ academics, researchers, PhD students, software research engineers and professional services staff and their dedicated fully equipped lab spaces for data visualization, digital fabrication, and public and student engagement. The University of Edinburgh <https://www.ed.ac.uk/> is one of the top 5 UK universities. In the recent REF2021 assessment exercise, the School of Informatics was the computer science department with the largest research power (i.e., the combination of size and research excellence) in the UK. The School of Informatics and the School of Design both have well established connections with UK and international funding schemes. For example, as one of the founding partners of the UK's Alan Turing Institute for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, staff and research students within IDI have opportunities to interact with PhD students, research fellows and senior researchers within the Turing Institute's network of partners, fostering further collaborations. The post will involve facilitating student learning, through the planning and delivery of effective teaching to undergraduate and taught postgraduate courses, in particular in the area of Design Informatics. This will include development and adaption of course teaching materials, production of assessment materials, marking, moderation, providing feedback and participation in Boards of Examiners. Additional duties will include a combination of course tutoring, Honours and Masters’ project supervision, and acting as a personal tutor to a group of students. The post is available on a full-time or part-time basis, including with flexibility of hours during different periods of the academic year. Candidates who are interested in a part-time appointment should provide details of their preferred fractional contract (i.e. percentage of full-time) and any proposal for variation in working pattern over the academic year. Final details of any fractional contract will be by negotiation with successful candidates. *Candidates* We are open to applications from candidates across the whole spectrum of subject areas and fields where design intersects with computer science, human-computer interaction, data science and visualization, or artificial intelligence. We are seeking applicants who can complement the existing strengths of the team, especially in terms of teaching, and who are able to deliver and further develop teaching within IDI. Candidates should have experience in teaching and be interested and able to teach undergraduate and master’s level courses in Design Informatics as well as other areas of human-centred computing and human-computer interaction. In particular, we are very interested in applicants who have experience and a strong interest in teaching interdisciplinary courses and supervising student projects that, for example, explore the fusion of design with data science and visualization, interactive and explainable machine learning, human-computer interaction, tangible computing, multi-modal, intelligent interfaces, human-robot interaction, and/or immersive environments in virtual, mixed reality and cross-device interaction. We are particularly interested in applicants who can demonstrate experience in bringing across technical topics (e.g., programming) to students with a non-technical background in an engaging way. This new appointment will contribute to the Institute’s diverse teaching, research and entrepreneurship activities, help shape the future of its unique interdisciplinary Master’s programme, and build their own portfolio of externally funded research. An ideal candidate should also a publication track record, in prominent conference and journals (e.g., SIGCHI, SIGGRAPH, and other relevant IEEE and ACM venues). The successful candidate will have (or be near to completing) a PhD, in a subject of relevance to Design Informatics (including but not limited to: human-computer interaction, interaction design, data visualization, human-AI interaction etc.), an excellent teaching statement and portfolio demonstrating an enthusiasm and ability in teaching at the intersection of design and computer science, in engaging with diverse student cohorts (in terms of disciplinary and cultural background), and in developing student-oriented and innovative approaches to course materials and delivery. A successful candidate will also demonstrate an enthusiasm and ability to develop and supervise honours and MSc projects in the area of Design Informatics. *Application* Applicants must provide a recent CV, a 2-3 page teaching statement, which should specify the candidate's experience and approach to teaching, and what specialty and introductory (particularly MSc Design Informatics) courses they would be prepared and qualified to teach. All applications must contain the following supporting documents: ● Teaching statement, 2-3 pages ● Research statement, 2-3 pages ● Full CV (resume) and publication list ● 2 references *Equal Opportunities * The University values equality, diversity and inclusion. Applications from individuals from under-represented groups are encouraged. The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality. We also recognise that life and especially the pandemic may have affected some applicants disproportionately and aim to take this into account in the selection process. Applicants can optionally include a short statement regarding how their work has been disrupted (e.g., career breaks due to family commitments, Covid etc.), and how this affects their recent track record. This statement should be part of the cover letter and shouldn't be more than a paragraph in length. *Requirements and Expectations* */UE07 University Teacher/* (full job description <https://uoe.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/jobdescriptionlibrary/ESIb-qafW-RJgn6bGUGR_u4BISKflrAf4_YC7-j_6JbVnQhttps://uoe.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/jobdescriptionlibrary/ESIb-qafW-RJgn6bGUGR_u4BISKflrAf4_YC7-j_6JbVnQ>) * PhD in a subject of relevance to Design Informatics (including but not limited to: human-computer interaction, interaction design, data visualization, human-AI interaction etc.), OR a Masters’ degree (or other professional qualification), and equivalent experience in anarea of Design Informatics and substantial previous experience and achievement in delivering and facilitating student learning. * Candidates who are close to completing their PhD, and who otherwise meet the selection criteria, will be considered. * Experience and demonstrated commitment to effective teaching, developing teaching materials, methods and approaches and assessment of student performance on a range of non-honours courses as well as more specialist areas of relevance to Design Informatics. * Proven experience of attracting research funding as an independent researcher. * A track record of first author and/or collaborative publications in high quality journals and international conferences. * Strong relevant teaching skills. * Effective written and oral communication skills in a range of contexts (e.g. teaching, research presentations and publications). * Experience of contributing to teaching on a range of non-Honours courses as well as in more specialist areas of relevance to Design Informatics. * Experience of engaging with a range of teaching mediums including online and distance learning. */UE08 University Teacher/* (full job description <https://uoe.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/jobdescriptionlibrary/EdoT-pOLYn5Jg5GVx6ao26MB_JW7B1_N-5YX1Kz-elWVZghttps://uoe.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/jobdescriptionlibrary/EdoT-pOLYn5Jg5GVx6ao26MB_JW7B1_N-5YX1Kz-elWVZg>) As above and including * Extensive experience in teaching and postgraduate supervision is essential. * Proven ability to foster and embed a strong student-focused culture. * Experience of managing, motivating and developing teaching staff and tutors, students and projects. * *Feedback is only provided to interviewed candidates. References will be sought for all shortlisted candidates, where approval has been given on application. *As a valued member of our team you can expect...* An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work. We give you support, nurture your talent and reward success. You will benefit from a competitive reward package and a wide range of staff benefits, which includes a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme <https://www.ed.ac.uk/finance/pensions>, staff discounts, family friendly initiatives <http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/equality-diversity/help-advice/family-friendly>, flexible working and much more. Access our staff benefits page <http://www.ed.ac.uk/human-resources/staff-benefits> for further information and use our reward calculator <http://www.ed.ac.uk/human-resources/pay-reward/reward-calculator> to find out the total value of pay and benefits provided. The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality. If invited for an interview, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work <https://www.ed.ac.uk/human-resources/demonstrating-rtw> webpages. The University may be able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. This will depend on a number of factors specific to the successful applicant. *Key Dates* * Application deadline: *January, 5, 2024; 23:59 GMT* * Interviews are likely to be held in *February, 2024* ---------------- Uta Hinrichs, PhD Reader in Data Visualisation School of Informatics University of Edinburgh uhinrich@ed.ac.uk