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University of Miami Health System · 2 weeks ago

Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Research, Measurement and Evaluation , Dept. of Educational and Psychological Studies, SEHD

Coral Gables, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

The University of Miami Health System is looking for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational and Psychological Studies. The role focuses on conducting innovative research at the intersection of human-computer interaction, user-centered design, and human-AI collaboration, while also teaching and mentoring students across various academic levels.

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Responsibilities

Conduct pioneering research at the nexus of human-computer interaction, AI-mediated communication, and emotion-centered technology design

Apply advanced quantitative, experimental, and computational modeling methods in user experience and behavioral data analysis

Integrate design thinking and HCI principles into RME and SEHD academic programs, helping to position UM as a hub for ethically responsible and user-aware data science education

Teach and mentor undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students in areas such as HCI, UX research methods, mixed-method experimental design, data storytelling, and interactive systems evaluation

Collaborate on externally funded research initiatives and contribute to a vibrant community of grant-seeking scholars across disciplines

Engage in service activities at the program, department, university, and professional levels, including support for diverse learners and inclusive pedagogical practices

Qualification

Human-Computer InteractionComputational ModelingUser-Centered DesignTeaching ExperienceAI CollaborationQuantitative MethodsGrant WritingMentoring StudentsCross-Disciplinary CollaborationInclusive PedagogyCommunication Skills

Required

A Ph.D. in Information Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Educational Psychology, Data Science, or a closely related field by December 2025

A strong record of peer-reviewed publications and national/international conference presentations in human-computer interaction, human-AI collaboration, or UX research

Demonstrated experience in teaching and mentoring at multiple levels (undergraduate through doctoral), including experience supporting student research

Evidence of engagement in external and internal grant-funded projects

A commitment to justice, equity, and inclusive excellence in both research and pedagogy

Preferred

Expertise in computational modeling techniques relevant to emotion sharing, human-centered design, and virtual teamwork

Experience developing AI-driven or conversational systems for workplace or educational settings

Familiarity with industry partnerships, crowdsourced platforms, or user-centered product development

Applicants must demonstrate a strong track record in all aspects of academia, including teaching, research, and service, with a specific emphasis on securing external funding. This includes (a) conducting scholarly research and publishing, (b) teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels, including online instruction, (c) providing guidance and mentorship to doctoral, master's, and undergraduate students, (d) securing extramural funding, and (e) participating in professional service activities relevant to the academic rank they are being considered for, in accordance with the University of Miami's policies for hiring tenure-track faculty