Employment Opportunities

The Department of Human Centered Design & Engineering (HCDE) currently invites applications for the following positions:

Grants Coordinator in Human Centered Design & Engineering

Under the direction of the department Administrator, this position administers daily oversight of grants and contracts and the program's overall research activities. In addition, this position administers daily oversight of faculty start‐up and gift budgets. Responsibilities include using independent judgment to manage the coordination, planning, development, and implementation of fiscal and administrative functions, and assuring operational efficiency for the comprehensive research program of the department. The person in this position is in regular contact with sponsor agencies, investigators within the University of Washington, as well as directors and investigators at other academic institutions. Primary tasks include proposal preparation, fiscal planning, budget management, grant/contract administration (federal, state, industry, and self‐sustaining), purchasing and payroll functions. The individual works in a fast‐paced environment and often requires responding to deadlines with short lead times. In addition, the position will require periodically working outside of normal business hours (including weekends) to meet deadlines associated with grant proposals, etc.

Required Skills:

  • A Bachelor's Degree with major study in accounting, business administration, or related field and minimum two years of experience working in a fast‐paced research oriented environment
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks on a frequent basis
  • Demonstrated ability to use technology to fulfill requirements/tasks
  • Ability to thrive in a fast‐paced environment that often requires responding to deadlines with short lead times
  • Available to periodically work outside of normal business hours (including weekends) to meet deadlines associated with grant proposals, etc.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with faculty, staff and students, and industry representatives
  • Ability to interact with people from diverse backgrounds
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Experience using University on‐line fiscal systems such as SAGE, MyFinancialDesktop, OPUS, FIN, and BGT

Desired Skills:

  • Familiarity with University policies and procedures, particularly grants and contracts.

For more information or to apply, visit uw.edu/jobs and search for requisition number 83207. Applications will be accepted until May 2, 2012.

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Human Centered Design & Engineering

The Department of Human Centered Design & Engineering at the University of Washington invites applications for a full time (100% FTE) Lecturer or Senior Lecturer position. This will be a 9-month appointment; we anticipate an initial 1- or 2-year appointment at the rank of Lecturer Full-Time or a 3- to 5- year appointment at the rank of Senior Lecturer, depending upon past experience, with a possibility of renewal. The position includes responsibilities for teaching in our Bachelor and Masters programs, with an emphasis on courses related to usability and user-centered design and courses involving significant project work. The lecturer will be responsible for teaching at least two courses per quarter (with 3 quarters per 9-month appointment) as well as engaging in departmental service activities. Additional funding opportunities may be available during summer quarter.

The appointment will likely start in Autumn 2012, but possibly earlier. The level of appointment and compensation will be commensurate with the applicant's qualifications.

The position requires a PhD in a field related to Human Centered Design or HCI or significant work and/or teaching experience in this area. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated excellence in teaching, particularly design-oriented and studio-based teaching, as well as experience in course development. Candidates with past experience or background suitable for teaching design and engaging in studio-based teaching are encouraged, and should describe that experience.

The successful candidate will join a vibrant faculty conducting interdisciplinary research in human-computer interaction and the design of socio-technical systems. Current faculty research includes work in CSCW, systems theory, computer-mediated communication, ICTD, usability studies, emerging communication technologies, and engineering education. The department is the home of the award-winning Laboratory for Usability Testing and Evaluation, and faculty regularly collaborate with colleagues in Computer Science and Engineering, the Information School, the School of Art, and the Center for Engineering Learning and Teaching. The faculty also routinely engage in research projects with affiliates from the region’s noted high-tech industry. Seattle is home to many prominent technology companies, along with a robust startup and global health community.

The University of Washington is building a culturally diverse faculty and strongly encourages applications from women and minority candidates. The University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. The University of Washington, a recipient of the 2006 Alfred P. Sloan award for Faculty Career Flexibility, is committed to supporting the work-life balance of its faculty. University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.

Review of applications will begin March 1, 2012. To apply, send (1) a letter of application, (2) current CV, (3) statement of teaching goals, and (4) complete contact information for three references. Teaching portfolios (electronic or paper) are welcome but not required. Materials should be addressed to Dr. Jennifer Turns, Lecturer Search Committee Chair, at hcdesrlt@uw.edu.

Inquiries: Jaime Luce (jrluce@uw.edu) or Jennifer Turns (jturns@uw.edu).