University of Copenhagen Denmark PhD fellowship in Human-Centered Computing 2022/2023

Scholarship Description:

Department of Computer Science, Human Centered Design Section invites applicants for a PhD fellowship in Artistic explorations & Design for the Future of hybrid work. The project is part of the researcßh project “ReWork”, which is financed by the Innovation fund Denmark under DIREC.

Start date is (expected to be) 1.8.2022 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The project
Working remotely, and in hybrid work arrangements, is the future. ReWork focus on developing the “Futures of Hybrid Work”, where we will design and develop artefacts and processes to support organizations in exploring and preparing for successful collaboration in the future. Examples of investigations includes the role and representation of embodiment, artefact interaction, and physical surroundings in a digital/analog setting of hybrid cooperative work.

This PhD will utilize research-through-design strategies to explore how we can bring together artistic explorations and industrial insights to inform the design ofuture technologies supporting hybrid work practices. In particular, the PhD fellow will work closely together with ReWork artistic- and industry- partners in setting up and organizing several artist/industry workshops creating a creative space to challenge the future of hybrid work.

The PhD fellow is expected to thrive and contribute to a highly cooperative research environments across universities, PIs, and other PhD fellows in the ReWork project hired at ITU, Århus University, and RUC. See also https://direc.dk/rework-the-futures-of-hybrid-work/

Degree Level:

University of Copenhagen Denmark PhD fellowship in Human-Centered Computing 2022/2023 is available to undertake PhD level programs at University of Copenhagen.

Available Subjects:

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

Scholarship Benefits:

University of Copenhagen will provide financial assistance to international Student.

Eligible Nationalities:

All Nationalities

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants should hold an MSc, MA or MFA degree in a relevant area with good results and good English skills. A multidisciplinary background that spans Computer Supported Cooperative Work (CSCW), artistic practices, and Research-through-design background is preferred. As criteria for the assessment of your qualifications emphasis will also be laid on previous publications (if any), documentation of creative technological output (if any) and experience with artist’s residency addressing relevant topics (if any).

Application Procedure:

Your application including all attachments must be in English and submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.

Please include: 

1. Motivated letter of application (max. one page)
2. Statement of purpose including a research question and the main goals of the proposed project and detailing your motivation and background for applying
3. Curriculum vitae including information about your education, experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position
4. Original diploma for Masters program (MSc, MA or MFA degree) transcript of records in the original language, including an authorized English translation if issued in another language than English or Danish. If not completed, a certified/signed copy of a recent transcript of records or a written statement from the institution or supervisor is accepted.
5. Publication list (if possible)
6. Reference letters (if available)

Reference letters must be uploaded by the applicant. The recruiting person must NOT obtain reference letters which content is not known to the applicant. This is against Danish law.

The Department of Computer Science is dedicated to the effort of creating a diverse work environment and wishes that our staff reflects the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Application deadline:
The deadline for applications is Sunday 15 May 2022 2022, 23:59 GMT +2.

We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline, and not to consider applications that do not live up to the abovementioned requirements.

The further process
After deadline, a number of applicants will be selected for academic assessment by an unbiased expert assessor. You are notified, whether you will be passed for assessment.

The assessor will assess the qualifications and experience of the shortlisted applicants with respect to the above mentioned research area, techniques, skills and other requirements. The assessor will conclude whether each applicant is qualified and, if so, for which of the two models. The assessed applicants will have the opportunity to comment on their assessment. You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.

Interviews with selected candidates are expected to be held in week 24/25.