Associate Professor or Full Professor in Games and Human-Centered Computing

Associate Professor or Full Professor in Games and Human-Centered Computing The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. Position Information Details The Division of Games invites applications for a tenure-track Associate or Full Professor in Games to begin in Fall 2026. Candidates should have a terminal degree in a games-related technical field by the time of appointment and must demonstrate a distinguished record of high-impact publications, a strong track record of securing competitive external funding, evidence of leadership in collaborative research, and a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring students at all levels. Applicants should hold a terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D. in Computer Science, Informatics, Computational Media, computationally focused social sciences) by the time of appointment. Responsibilities and Qualifications At the rank of Associate Professor, candidates must demonstrate a distinguished record of high-impact publications, a strong track record of securing competitive external funding, evidence of leadership in collaborative research, and a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring students at all levels. At the rank of Full Professor, candidates must show an internationally recognized record of scholarly achievement, sustained success in securing major external funding, demonstrated capacity for academic leadership at scale, and evidence of significant impact on the advancement of their field. Successful candidates are expected to develop and sustain a robust program of research supported by external funding, foster interdisciplinary collaborations, and contribute to university and professional service. Research Focus Primary expertise: Human-Centered Computing (HCC) in Games, including player modeling, adaptive interfaces, accessibility, affective modeling, VR/AR/MR input techniques, computational social play, UX engineering, and HCI at scale. Application Instructions To apply, candidates must submit the following materials: Current CV Cover Letter: Clearly state your interest in the position, identify the specific area(s) of expertise for which you wish to be considered, and explain how your experience and professional goals align with the Division’s needs. A teaching statement that articulates your philosophy of teaching and learning, describes prior teaching and mentoring experience, and outlines how you would contribute to our undergraduate and graduate curricula. A research statement that provides a focused discussion of your research experience and future plans, including your strategies for funding, scholarly impact, and advancing knowledge in games. Contact information for three references. Open Date and Close Date Open Date: 11/01/2025 Close Date: Open Until Filled Yes Contact Information University Human Resource Management250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111Contact us: (801) 581-2169By Email: employment@utah.edu EEO/Non-Discrimination Information All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. The University of Utah is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. #J-18808-Ljbffr