Cornell University, Human Centered Design
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Position Description
Assistant,
Associate or Full Professor, Open Rank, Tenure Track Faculty Position
Human Centered Design,
Cornell University
The Department of Human Centered Design (HCD) brings multidisciplinary knowledge, tools, methods, and creative processes together to enhance human potential, social and environmental justice, sustainability, and community flourishing (https://www.human.cornell.edu/hcd). We are seeking to appoint an exceptional scholar of design in any of the following, or related foci:
- Design of interactive systems at any scale—including emerging technologies, embedded Artificial Intelligence, adaptive interfaces, hybrid (bio-cyber-physical) design, etc.
- Design and human wellbeing— how human beings interact with environments, from wearables and smart things, to furniture, buildings, and neighborhoods.
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement demonstrating interest in the intersection of design, technology, and people
- Teaching statement
- Three representative publications
- Portfolio (as a pdf file of less than 20MB or as a link to an online site) that may include evidence of teaching
excellence and/or creative, scholarly research
- Three letters of reference
- A description of approaches to working with a diverse community (optional)
In the case where any of these application materials are posted on the Internet (e.g., a portfolio), please submit a Word document describing each electronic posting and include a link (a URL) to it.
The starting date for the new hire is expected to be July 1, 2024; applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.
For more information, please contact Sienna Torbitt, slt86@cornell.edu.
Employment Assistance:
For specific questions about the position or application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or for general questions email mycareer@cornell.edu.
If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell University's Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX at voice (607) 255-2242, or email at equity@cornell.edu.
Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also request an appointment to use a dedicated workstation in the Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment, at the Ithaca campus, by emailing mycareer@cornell.edu.
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EEO Statement:
Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.
Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff from all identities and backgrounds. We encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.
Pay Ranges:
The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:
- Prior relevant work or industry experience.
- Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
- Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
- Unique applicable skills.
Application Materials Required:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching statement
- Three representative publications lists
- A description of approaches to working with diverse community(s) (optional)
- Research statement demonstrating interest in the intersection of design, technology, and people
- Portfolio that may include evidence of teaching excellence and/or creative, scholarly research
- Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site
)
Further Info: