Join the University of Lapland's newly established Design and Services research community. This is a fixed-term five-year tenure-track position that includes an evaluation for promotion to full professorship.
Main Tasks
Design and lead high-quality research projects focusing on design for emerging technologies.
Conduct top-level research and actively publish in international forums.
Coordinate research community activities and strengthen external research funding.
Participate in societal interaction and international cooperation.
Provide research-based teaching and guidance, supporting student learning and thesis research.
Contribute to the faculty's understanding of emerging technologies.
Requirements
A relevant doctoral degree and demonstrated scientific research merits.
Expertise in areas such as immersive and spatial media (XR/VR/AR), bodily and physiological interaction, or perceptual and multisensory design.
Teaching skills and experience in supervising students and theses at different levels.
Ability to conduct high-quality, internationally recognised research.
Experience or potential in leading research activities and acquiring external research funding.
Commitment to the continuous development of education and academic programmes.
Willingness to participate in various institutional tasks.
Proficiency in English language.
For non-native Finnish speakers: willingness to achieve reasonable proficiency in Finnish within five years of appointment.
Optimal background combines experience in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, and user research methods.
Work Conditions and Benefits
Full-time employment with a 6-month trial period.
Engagement with an inspiring research community.
Access to state-of-the-art research labs and studios in HCI and design.
Opportunities for professional development.
Comprehensive occupational health care.
Sports, culture, and wellness benefits.
Year-round hiking and outdoor opportunities in Rovaniemi.
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