Lecturer HCI

Help educate the next generation of computing professionals!

Are you interested in making a valuable contribution to the education of students in our Masters Information Studies and Artificial Intelligence programs Do you want to be part of innovative education programs with high quality and deep connection to students in the thriving Amsterdam computing ecosystem Then apply now for the position of Lecturer for Informatics.

We are looking for a Lecturer who will support group classes (project seminars and computer lab sessions) grade assignments and supervise teaching assistants (TAs) and coach Master thesis students. The position will primarily serve the Information Studies (Data Science HCI) program with potential support for other programs. These programs are part of the Graduate School of Informatics of the Faculty of Science. You will be part of the Digital Interaction Lab and embedded in the Informatics Institute.

As a Lecturer you will help in the preparation and organisation of seminars computer labs and projects for a range of (core) courses in our program. This will be done in consultation with the course coordinators.

Tasks and responsibilities:

• preparing and adapting course material for project groups and computer lab sessions;
• coaching and instructing TAs;
• supervision of project groups;
• grading and/or providing feedback on weekly assignments;
• giving lectures
• supporting the Master thesis process (organisation as well as supervision);
• organizing extracurricular activities (if applicable).

Your experience and profile

• An MSc in computer science or related field with a preference for a PhD
• A motivational teacher with an encouraging teaching style;
• Teaching experience and course administration experience.
• Good organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Pro-active and flexible attitude.
• Ability to accept collegiate responsibilities and act accordingly.
• Professional command of English and the willingness to learn Dutch
• Possession of the University Teaching Qualification (BKO) or the willingness to obtain this within two years after the start of the employment.

We offer a temporary employment contract for 38 hours per week for a period of 12 months with a probationary period of two months. The preferred starting date is as soon as possible. A permanent contract follows if we assess your performance positive.

The gross monthly salary based on 38 hours per week and dependent on relevant experience ranges between 4925 to 6682 (scale 11). This does not include 8% holiday allowance and 83% year-end allowance. The UFO profile Docent 3 is applicable. A favourable tax agreement the 30% ruling may apply to non-Dutch applicants. The Collective Labour Agreement of Universities of the Netherlands is applicable.

Curious about our extensive secondary benefits package You can read more about it here.

TheFaculty of Science has a student body of around 8000 as well as 1800 members of staff working in education research or support services. Researchers and students at the Faculty of Science are fascinated by every aspect of how the world works be it elementary particles the birth of the universe or the functioning of the brain.

You will be part of the Digital Interaction Lab a Human-Computer Interaction research group within the Informatics Institute at the University of Amsterdam. The research bridges the gap between the technology-oriented and market-led formulation of the smart agenda with a sociological and psychological understanding of what people need artificial intelligence to be and how data science might enhance our societies. The education is situated within the Graduate School of Informatics which educates over 1700 students across 8 MSc programs.

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If you feel the profile fits you and you are interested in the job we look forward to receiving your application. You can apply online via the button. We accept applications until and including 21 August 2026 applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Applications should include the following information (all files besides your cv should be submitted in one single pdf file):

• a detailed CV including the months (not just years) when referring to your education and work experience;
• a letter of motivation;
• a list of publications;
• the names and email addresses of two references who can provide letters of recommendation.

A knowledge security check can be part of the selection procedure.
(for details:national knowledge security guidelines)

If you have any questions or do you require additional information Please contact:

• Judith Good