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Assistant/Associate Professor, Human-Centered Information Design & Technology
 Mercer University | |
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 United States, Georgia, Macon | |
 Sep 18, 2026 | |
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Assistant/Associate Professor, Human-Centered Information Design & Technology Application Instructions: External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the My Information page. IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and load ALL documents required in the job posting to the Resume/CV document upload section at the bottom of the My Experience application page. Use the Select Files button to add multiple documents including your Resume/CV, references, cover letter, and any other supporting documents required in the job posting. The " My Experience" page is the only opportunity to add your required supporting document attachments. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it. Current Mercer University Employees: Apply from your existing Workday account. Do not apply from the external careers website. Log in to Workday and type Jobs Hub in the search bar. Locate the position and click Apply. Job Title: Assistant/Associate Professor, Human-Centered Information Design & Technology Department: Human-Centered Information Design and Technology College/Division: School Of Engineering Primary Job Posting Location: Macon, GA 31207 Additional Job Posting Locations: (Other locations that this position could be based) Job Details: The Department of Human-Centered Information Design & Technology in the School of Engineering at Mercer University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, to begin Fall 2027. We seek a colleague whose teaching, scholarship, and/or professional experience reflect the evolving landscape of human-centered, technical, and professional communication in contemporary workplaces. We are particularly interested in candidates whose expertise engages the creation, evaluation, management, and governance of information in complex, technology-mediated, digital, and AI-supported environments. Areas of Emphasis Areas of emphasis should align with the department's strengths in technical communication, user experience, and artificial intelligence and may include one or more of the following:
Position and Department The Department of Human-Centered Information Design & Technology offers undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students for careers in technical, professional, digital, and user-centered communication. Located within the School of Engineering, the department provides a distinctive interdisciplinary environment at the intersection of communication, design, technology, and applied problem-solving. The department offers bachelor's and master's degree programs, as well as minors in technical communication, user experience, and artificial intelligence, and it provides service courses that support students across the School of Engineering. Faculty also contribute to a two-course sequence in professional and technical communication required for all engineering students. We seek a faculty member who will contribute to a collaborative, collegial, and innovative department and help shape curricula for rapidly changing professional and technological contexts. Responsibilities
Faculty in the department typically teach three courses each semester. Graduate teaching will include online delivery using university-supported platforms and tools. The department's laboratories, including usability and digital media labs, support teaching, student collaboration, and faculty-student research and applied project experiences. Required Qualifications A PhD in technical communication, professional communication, rhetoric, human-centered design, information design, UX, HCI, instructional design, or a closely related field from an accredited institution is required by the time of appointment. Additionally, candidates should also have:
Preferred Qualifications
About Mercer and HID Mercer University is one of the few institutions with technical and professional communication offerings situated within a School of Engineering. This setting creates distinctive opportunities for interdisciplinary teaching, applied collaboration, and innovative program development. The department values human-centered approaches to communication and technology and is committed to preparing students for leadership in contemporary workplaces. Application Materials Applicants should submit:
Additional materials may be requested from finalists, including unofficial transcripts, teaching materials, and/or samples of scholarly or professional work. Official transcripts will be required of the successful candidate. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Selection of the final candidate is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check. About Mercer University Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer's twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer's employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community. Why Work at Mercer University Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more! At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University. For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective-employees/ Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Job Family: Faculty Engineering EEO Statement: EEO/Veteran/Disability To apply, visit https://merceruniversity.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/external/job/Macon-GA--31207/Assistant-Associate-Professor--Human-Centered-Information-Design---Technology_F28-003 je-e4b10116307541a1b7b8800ad18b1b06 | |