Ref Number
B04-07517
Professional Expertise
Academic
Department
UCL BEAMS (B04)
Location
London
Working Pattern
Full time
Salary
£54,931-£64,644
Contract Type
Permanent
Working Type
Hybrid
Available for Secondment
No
Closing Date
09-Jul-2026
UCL’s Department of Computer Science (CS) is a top-ranked Computer Science Department in the UK. In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF) evaluation, UCL Computer Science was ranked second in the UK for research power and first in England.
UCL Interaction Centre (UCLIC) is an interdisciplinary research centre within UCL Computer Science focused on human-computer interaction, digital technologies, and user-centred research, teaching, and innovation. The role involves conducting interdisciplinary research, contributing to teaching across undergraduate and Masters programmes, supervising students, and supporting curriculum development and assessment activities. Responsibilities also include securing research funding, engaging with academic and professional communities, providing student support, and contributing to departmental administration and outreach activities.
The role requires a strong interdisciplinary background in human-computer interaction, computer science, or a related field, typically supported by a postgraduate qualification or equivalent research experience. The successful candidate should demonstrate experience in teaching and supporting students at undergraduate and postgraduate level, conducting high-quality research and producing publications, and engaging with academic or professional communities. Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills are essential, alongside the ability to contribute to curriculum development, supervise students, work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment, and manage competing priorities effectively.
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits such as:
.41 Days holiday including bank holidays
.Hybrid working
.Final Salary Pension Scheme
.Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
.On-Site nursery
.On-site gym
.Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
.Employee assistance programme:
.Staff Support Service
.Discounted medical insurance.
A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page. To apply for the vacancy please click on the ‘Apply Now’ button. If you have any queries regarding the vacancy or the application process, please contact [email protected]
As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women. You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/equality-diversity-inclusion/. Our department holds an Athena SWAN Gold award, in recognition of our commitment and demonstrable impact in advancing gender equality. This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Support Staff.
