Doctoral Position or Postdoctoral Researcher in Human-Computer Interaction

Doctoral Position or Postdoctoral Researcher in Human-Computer Interaction (full-time, E 13 TV-L)

Reference no.: 2024/249. The start date is April 1st, 2025, or later by agreement. The position is available initially for 3 years, with option for a 3-year extension, and is paid according to the collective agreement E 13 TV-L.

Join the Human Computer Interaction (HCI) group at the University of Konstanz for an opportunity to research future AI-empowered interaction paradigms for Mixed Reality and earn a Dr/PhD in Computer Science, or expand your research and teaching profile as a Postdoctoral researcher collaborating with excellent partners around the world.

We actively contribute to this strategy as members of the Centre for the Advanced Study of Collective Behavior and the SFB-TRR 161 research unit.

We work toward improving interaction with immersive technologies through novel user interfaces and interaction techniques by studying human perceptual processing, behavior, and experience.

The advertised PhD or Postdoc position is funded by the University of Konstanz, which allows for unique academic freedom. Your research can be freely defined to cover fundamental or applied research questions of HCI with focus on mixed reality technologies (AR, VR and all in-between).

We are looking for a candidate who is inherently curious and strongly self-driven, who can work independently, but also enjoys teamwork and collaboration. The working language is English.

Your Responsibilities

Independently research HCI topics related to immersive technologies

Develop and evaluate interactive systems for Mixed Reality

Disseminate research results at top- level journals and international con- ferences through publications and presentations

Assist in teaching and tutoring at the Dept. of Computer Science (e.g., Software Project course)

Actively participate in activities in our research group and department

Postdoc level: Lead or cooperate on funding applications and research projects

Postdoc level: Co-advise doctoral researchers

Your Competencies

Solid background in Computer Science, or equivalent, with respective graduate degree

Solid development skills (e.g., tools and technologies for web development, Unity)

Good knowledge of HCI-related concepts (e.g., user-centered design and evaluation)

An avid interest in interactive Mixed Reality technologies (VR, AR, etc.)

Excellent English language skills in speech and writing

Experience in the following is optional but beneficial:

statistical data analysis

We Offer

Be part of a highly motivated, supportive and ambitious team

Expand your knowledge and skills in a dynamic and international research environment with excellent lab infrastructure

Shape the future of Mixed Reality applications with interaction paradigms that promote good usability and positive user experience

Participate in international collaborations, go on research visits, and travel to top HCI conferences

Coaching for development of leadership and didactic skills

Important: Candidates with only a partial match to the competencies listed above, but otherwise outstanding academic record are expressly encouraged to apply!

Questions can be directed to Pro. Dr. Harald Reiterer via e-mail: Harald.Reiterer@uni-konstanz.de.

We look forward to receiving your application until 30.01.2025 (AoE, i.e., 23:59 UTC-12) via our Online Application Portal.

Please include the following materials:

Application letter / motivation

Curriculum vitae including publication record

Research plan and teaching portfolio

If you apply as a Postdoc, a PhD certificate (or confirmation of submitted thesis / near-completion of doctoral program)

Certificates of relevant graduate and undergraduate studies (Master, Bachelor), with indicated GPA

At least 2 references

About Konstanz:

The charming city of Konstanz is perfectly located at the beautiful Lake of Constance (Bodensee), right at the border to Switzerland. Surrounded by glorious nature and near the Swiss and Austrian alps, it offers lots of opportunities for leisure activities like hiking, biking, sailing and skiing. Larger metropolitan areas like Zurich and Stuttgart are well-connected by public transport.

The University of Konstanz is committed to ensuring an environment that provides equal opportunities and promotes diversity, as well as a good balance between university and family life. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to increase the number of women working in research and teaching. We also support working couples through our dual career programme. Persons with disabilities are explicitly encouraged to apply. They will be given preference if appropriately qualified (contact sbv@uni-konstanz.de, + 49 7531 88-4016).