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Assistant Professor In Human Computer Interaction Jobs in Texas

PTR Global

UX Designer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$55 - $65/hr

Bachelors degree in Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors Engineering, Computer Science, Visual Design, Library Sciences or other related discipline, or equivalent experience or training * 5+ ...

PTR Global

User Experience Designer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Human Computer Interaction (HCI), Design, or a related field of study * 3+ years' of experience in UX design * Proficient in visual design and wireframing tools

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What does an assistant professor in human computer interaction do?

An Assistant Professor in Human Computer Interaction (HCI) is an academic professional who teaches courses, conducts research, and mentors students in the field of HCI. Their work often involves exploring how people interact with computers and designing technology that improves user experiences. They may publish research, apply for grants, and collaborate with industry partners. Additionally, they often serve on academic committees and help develop curriculum related to HCI.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant professor in human computer interaction?

To thrive as an Assistant Professor in Human Computer Interaction, you need a strong background in HCI research, a relevant doctoral degree, and experience in teaching and curriculum development. Familiarity with prototyping tools (such as Figma or Sketch), programming languages (like Python or JavaScript), and research methodologies is essential, as are a strong publication record and grant-writing skills. Excellent communication, collaboration, and mentorship abilities help you engage students and work effectively with colleagues. These skills and qualifications enable you to advance academic research, deliver high-quality education, and contribute meaningfully to the growth of the HCI field.

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Assistant Professors in Human Computer Interaction often juggle significant teaching loads with the expectation to produce impactful research. Balancing these responsibilities can be challenging, as preparing engaging coursework and mentoring students require substantial time and effort, while maintaining a strong publication record is critical for career advancement. Collaborating with colleagues, seeking mentorship, and effectively managing time are essential strategies to meet both teaching and research goals. Many institutions offer support through teaching assistants, research grants, and professional development workshops to help new faculty succeed.

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Assistant Professor in Practice, Department of Counseling

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Laredo, TX • On-site

Full-time

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Title Information
Faculty Title Assistant Professor in Practice Job Class Code 00000 FLSA Exempt
Position Information
Posting Number FRGV1501 Working Title Assistant Professor in Practice, Department of Counseling Number of Vacancies 2 Location Laredo, TX Division/Organization Provost - Academic Affairs Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position 3 years Tenure Status Non Tenure Track FTE 1.0 Scope of Job
We seek applicants who are dedicated to serving The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley's diverse student body as an Assistant Professor in Practice in the Department of Counseling beginning in the 2023-2024 academic year. The Department of Counseling offers a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Counseling that is designed to prepare a highly competent professional who can respond to the life span mental health needs of individuals in a multicultural community. The Assistant Professor in Practice will work at The University of Texas System Education and Research Center at Laredo (UT Center at Laredo).
The individual selected for this position will be responsible for providing direct instruction to MEd students in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and may include supervision of practicum or internship students. Summer teaching is optional and dependent on enrollment. Additionally, the individual will engage in institutional service through participation in program activities and processes such as admissions, advising, orientation, and assisting graduate students with license requirements (CACREP, Texas Department of Health and Human Services) including maintenance of records and assessments. The individual will participate in faculty and departmental activities as well as in service to the public, profession and constituencies of the department, college, and university as approved/assigned. Scholarly activity is not a requirement of the position.

Faculty in the Department of Counseling are expected to maintain a strong counselor identity through (1) sustained memberships in professional counseling organizations, (2) the maintenance of professional counseling credentials related to their counseling specialty area(s), and (3) by showing evidence of at least two of the following: (a) professional development and renewal activities related to counseling, (b) professional service and advocacy in counseling, and on-going counseling practice. In addition, UTRGV faculty are expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to student success and to advancing the university, college, and program missions, as well as a commitment to UTRGV's guiding principles.
About UTRGV:
It is UTRGV's Vision "To be one of the nation's leaders in higher education, its premier Hispanic-serving institution, and a highly engaged bilingual university, with exceptional educational, research, and creative opportunities that serve as catalysts for transformation in the Rio Grande Valley and beyond." As such, UTRGV is committed to building a diverse faculty and staff that can contribute to an enriching learning environment that strives for more equitable outcomes for student success.
UTRGV is a distributed campus, one university spanning four counties and multiple locations. Our purpose is to be a university for the entire Rio Grande Valley and beyond. Over 91% of the students enrolled at UTRGV identify as Hispanic, making UTRGV one of the top 3 universities with the highest percentage of Hispanic students. For additional information, please visit our website.

Department Background
The mission of the CACREP-accredited Master of Education (MEd) in Counseling is to prepare highly competent professionals who can respond to the mental health needs of individuals across the lifespan in a multicultural community. Preparation of the profession counselor is accomplished through completion of a 60-hour degree in Counseling with specializations in Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling. The vision of the Department of Counseling is to be the catalyst for the education and mental well-being of individuals, families, communities, the region, and our society-at-large through thoughtful, culturally sustaining partnerships with communities, mental health facilities, and schools, thereby demonstrating responsiveness to the mental health needs to the people of the Rio Grande Valley.


College Background
The College of Education and P-16 Integration offers teacher preparation at the undergraduate level and, master's programs in Counseling, School Psychology, Educational Technology, Educational Leadership, Early Childhood, Reading and Literacy, Bilingual Education, Curriculum and Instruction, and Teacher Leadership. Two Ed.D.s are also offered in educational leadership and curriculum and instruction with several specialization areas. The College of Education and P-16 Integration is fully accredited by the Texas Education Agency (TEA), by the Counsel for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), and by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
For more information about the College of Education and P-16 Integration and the Department of Counseling, please see the following websites.
http://www.utrgv.edu/cg/
https://www.utrgv.edu/cep
Minimum Qualifications
  • Have an earned doctoral degree in counselor education or
  • Have a related doctoral degree and have been employed as a full-time faculty member in a counselor education program for a minimum of one full academic year before July 1, 2013 or
  • Have been employed as a full-time faculty member in a CORE-accredited master's program prior to July 1, 2017 or
  • Have graduated from a rehabilitation doctoral program prior to January 1, 2018
Discipline Specific Required Qualifications
  • Have sustained memberships in professional counseling organizations
  • Have relevant professional counseling credentials such as license or be eligible for licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor
  • Show evidence of sustained professional engagement through at least two of the following: (a) professional development and renewal activities related to counseling, (b) professional service and advocacy in counseling, and ongoing counseling practice.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Have an earned doctoral degree in counselor education from a CACREP-accredited program
  • Demonstrated record of successful teaching in graduate-level counseling courses
  • Experience in direct supervision of practicum or internship students as a counselor educator
  • Experience and licensure as a clinical mental health counselor
  • Experience with technology and software platforms for facilitating digital clinical records and processes
  • Bilingual (Spanish-English)
License or Certification Required? Salary Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Desired Start Date 01/01/2024
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Open Date 06/15/2023 Close Date Additional Information
UTRGV is a distributed institution. As such and as assigned, the position mayrequire presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Work isperformed primarily in a general office environment. This position is security sensitiveand thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code51.215. The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System ofTexas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional RetirementProgram (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per weekand at least 135 days in length.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
* Date of Birth
* Social Security Number
* Gender
* Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission.
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
Security sensitive; All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). CBCs will be conducted for all candidates invited for an on-campus interview
Please Note
Texas law requires faculty members whose primary language is not English todemonstrate proficiency in English as determined by a satisfactory paper-basedtest score of 500 (computer-based of 173 or internet-based of 61) on the Test ofEnglish as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a satisfactory test score of 6.0 on theInternational English Language Testing System (IELTS). Incomplete applications will not be considered. All positions are subject to budget approval.
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