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Do you want to work with human-computer interaction, supported by competent and friendly colleagues in an international environment? Do you want an employer that invests in sustainable employee engagement and offers secure, favorable working conditions? You are welcome to apply for the position of University Lecturer at the Department of Information Technology, Uppsala University.

The Department of Information Technology holds a leading position in both research and education at all levels. We are currently Uppsala University's third largest department, with over 350 employees, including 120 teachers and 120 doctoral students. Approximately 5,000 undergraduate students study one or more courses at the department each year. More information about us can be found on our website (#).

Description of the Field of Study

The field of study for this position is human-computer interaction (HCI) – an interdisciplinary subject focusing on the development and evaluation of methods and tools for constructing computer-based artifacts that support humans, organizations, and society in achieving their goals. Understanding and formulating theories about the fundamental prerequisites for the interaction process is necessary for designing successful IT systems. Artificial intelligence and interaction with advanced technology require new knowledge and emphasize the need to integrate ethical aspects into the development of computerized artifacts.

Responsibilities

• Teaching and administration. Teaching responsibilities include course coordination and course administration. The courses for which we are seeking a fixed-term lecturer are:
  • 1MD016 Human-Computer Interaction (distance), (Period 1, Autumn 2026, English)
  • 1MD016 Human-Computer Interaction (on campus), (Period 2, Autumn 2026, English)
• Follow developments within one's own field of study and societal development in general that are relevant to work at the university.

Qualifications

• Degree with a major in computer science, human-computer interaction, or information technology from higher education.
• Pedagogical competence. It is required that the pedagogical competence and major are relevant to the field of study of the position and the duties included in the position.
• The applicant must have completed higher education pedagogy relevant to university operations or acquired equivalent knowledge.
• Documented ability to teach in English, unless special reasons exist.
• Personal qualities required to perform the position well.

Criteria for Evaluation of Qualified Applicants

In the selection among qualified applicants, special weight will be given to both documented academic specialization and pedagogical competence, with particular emphasis placed on pedagogical competence.

Academic specialization may refer to a completed degree at the doctoral level. In addition to academic merits, experience from other activities, such as technology development, may also be considered.

Pedagogical competence refers to educational and teaching merits. In addition to academic merits, educational and teaching merits from other activities, such as supervision, in-house training, or mentoring programs, may also be considered. When assessing pedagogical competence, pedagogical quality should be the primary consideration. The scope, both breadth and depth, should also be given significance. In assessing pedagogical competence, special weight will be placed on merits in teaching a broad range of subjects within human-computer interaction.

Furthermore, the ability to plan, initiate, lead, and develop education and teaching, as well as the ability to link teaching to research based on research in the current subject area, subject didactics, and higher education pedagogy, will be given significance. The ability to interact on higher education pedagogical issues with actors within and outside the university is also part of pedagogical competence.

Administrative competence is significant for the position and will be given weight. Administrative competence is demonstrated, among other things, by the ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work in an effective and purpose-adapted manner, as well as the ability to set and adhere to timeframes. The competence includes overall operational planning and the ability to manage resources in a way that reflects the organization's priorities, as well as the ability to work structured and with awareness of goals and quality. Entrepreneurship is also included in administrative competence.

Other competencies: Experience with study administrative systems and learning platforms used at Uppsala University (e.g., Ladok and Canvas) is a significant merit for the position and will be considered.

All merits must be documented so that both quality and scope can be assessed.

The University will primarily consider the candidate who, after a qualitative holistic assessment of competence and skills, is judged to have the best prerequisites for carrying out and developing current duties and contributing to a positive development of the operations.

Additional Information

Parental leave, part-time work due to care of children, union assignments, military service, or similar will be considered as work experience and should be stated in the curriculum vitae.

Uppsala University's Employment Regulations

Guidelines for Employment from the Faculty of Science and Engineering

About the Position

The position is fixed-term until January 31, 2027. The extent is 65%. Start date: August 10, 2026, or as agreed. Location: Uppsala.

Information about the position can be obtained from: Davide Vega D’Aurelio (Recruitment Manager for Undergraduate Studies, [email protected])

In this recruitment, we have replaced the personal letter with questions that you answer in connection with your application. The answers will be used as part of the selection process.

Welcome to submit your application no later than June 5, 2026, Ref: UFV-PA 2026/1378.