The Department of Human-Centered Information Design (HID) at Mercer University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, beginning Fall 2027. HID is housed in Mercer’s School of Engineering in Macon, Georgia, and focuses on the intersections of people, information, design, communication, and technology.
We welcome applicants whose teaching and research complement one or more areas of the department, including:
- Accessibility and inclusive design
- AI and emerging communication technologies
- Content strategy and information design
- Instructional design
- International and intercultural communication
- Project management
- Technical and professional communication
- Technical writing and editing
- User experience, usability, HCI, or HRI
- Web development and digital content
Candidates should hold a Ph.D. by the time of appointment and demonstrate potential for excellence in teaching and research. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate instruction, including opportunities for online teaching, and collaborate with colleagues across HID and the School of Engineering. Professional or industry experience is especially valued.
HID is a growing interdisciplinary department with expanding programs in areas such as UX, accessibility, AI, content strategy, and professional and technical communication. We are particularly interested in colleagues who can help us continue developing innovative curricula, research collaborations, and connections with industry.
Location: Macon, Georgia
Start Date: Fall 2027
Rank: Assistant or Associate Professor, tenure-track
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Dr. Philip B. Gallagher | He, Him, His
Associate Professor | Chair, Human-Centered Information Design & Technology Department
Mercer University School of Engineering
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