The School of Computing and Information Science at the University of Maine seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position, with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2025. Our primary target research focus is the broad area of human-centered computing, with a particular emphasis on user experience design, but also potentially including human-centered technology design, spatial HCI, sustainable HCI, AR/VR, and accessibility. We will consider qualified candidates with research interests in all areas in the domain of UX/human-centered design who have the qualifications to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in user experience design and human-centered design. Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: + Establish and sustain a dynamic research program in the field of expertise, yielding well-placed publications and supported by extramural awards + Be an engaging teacher, adviser, and mentor, at the graduate and undergraduate levels, typically offering three courses per year + Engage in activities to support inclusive excellence + Participate actively in the development of innovative human-centered computing curricula and in recruiting students + Engage substantively in service to the School, College, University, and profession The School of Computing and Information Science is home to undergraduate programs in Computer Science, Human-Centered Technology Design, and New Media, and nine graduate programs, including two Ph.D. programs and several online MS and Certificate programs. SCIS currently has 18 full-time faculty members and enrolls approximately 360 undergraduate and 150 graduate students. The School is member of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and the College of Engineering and Computing. About the University: The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu. The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits (https://www.maine.edu/human-resources/benefits/) for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. As a former NSF ADVANCE institution, the University of Maine is committed to diversity in our workforce and to dual-career couples. UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer here (https://www.visitbangormaine.com/about-the-region/the-region-at-a-glance/) . Qualifications: Required: + PhD in computer science, information science, human-centered computing, or a closely related discipline is required by date of hire. + Strong research profile as demonstrated by relevant and recent contributions in top peer-reviewed conferences and journals. + Qualifications to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in user experience design, and some of introductory and intermediate programming, AR/VR, physical computing, accessibility, and game design and development. + Effective oral and written communication skills. Preferred: + Research specialization aligned with user experience design, human-centered technology design, spatial HCI, AR/VR, physical computing, or accessibility. + Evidence of effectiveness in teaching in areas of need. + Evidence of ability to teach across multiple areas of need. + Documented participation in activities promoting inclusive excellence. + Record of submitting competitive grants and obtaining extramural funding. + Record of effective collaboration and involvement in mentoring. Record of success in working with students at various levels of preparation. Other Information: To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below: + cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position + resume/curriculum vitae + teaching statement + research statement + statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on February 28, 2025. For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Nick Giudice at nicholas.giudice@maine.edu. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening. 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