UX330 BR: Interaction Design II

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert UX330 BR: Interaction Design II (Winter 2026) Faculty/Academic Area: Faculty of Liberal Arts Department : User Experience Design Campus: Brantford Employee Group: WLUFA Requisition ID: 10465 Position Title: UX330 BR: Interaction Design II Term: Winter 2026 (January 1, 2026 – April 30, 2026) Days/Times: Friday 11:30am – 2:20pm Type of Course: In-Class Anticipated Class Size: 40 Additional Course Requirements: None Posted on: Tuesday December 9, 2025 Posting ends: Monday December 15, 2025 Position Summary: This course is a continuation of Interaction Design I, and utilizes a project-oriented approach. The emphasis is on moving from theory to practice and further developing interaction design process skills through user research, requirements and specifications development, use of UX and UI design patterns, prototyping and usability testing. Qualifications – Required Degree: Master’s Degree Qualifications - Other: Preferred PhD with strong emphasis on human-computer interaction, cognitive psychology, or interaction design Demonstrated expertise in interaction design principles and human factors Prior teaching or instructional experience, preferably at the university level Strong communication and presentation skills Ability to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for interaction design and user research Familiarity with the human factors literature and industry best practices Commitment to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in the classroom Application Deadline: Monday December 15, 2025 Submit with Application: Required for All Applicants CV with current contact information (required) Names and Contact Information for Referees Evidence of Good Teaching/Official Course Evaluations Optional Teaching Dossier Sample Course Outline (2-pages maximum) Candidates are strongly encouraged to provide a Cover Letter and Teaching Dossier. Applicants will be required to submit proof of academic credentials for highest degree prior to being awarded a contract. It is highly recommended that applicants include this verification with their application. Applications not containing verification of highest degree, unless already on file with the university, will not be considered. Applications may be addressed to: Dr. Geoff Spurr Chair, Part-time Appointment Committee User Experience Design Faculty of Liberal Arts Questions can be directed to Nicole Morgan ( ). Please indicate the course number in the email subject line. To Apply: Please click the gold “Apply Now” button located on the top right hand side of the page. You will be asked to sign in if you have already created an account. If you are not a registered user you may create an account to apply to career opportunities. Once an account is created you will be able to sign in to apply for the position. This appointment is in accordance with the Contract Teaching Faculty and Part-time Librarians Collective Agreement, for which the Wilfrid Laurier Faculty Association (WLUFA) is the exclusive bargaining agent. All applicants are assessed using both the “Appendix H: Assessment of CTF Candidates under 13.6.1” in the collective agreement and the program specific rubric, where applicable. Candidates should review these documents and ensure the information required is easily accessible in the application. Please Note: Candidate Application form (CAF) is used to apply to an individual posting and must be submitted with each application. The completed form is to be uploaded with all other application materials by the deadline listed in the course posting. Refer to Appendix I of the Contract Teaching Faculty Collective Agreement for further guidance about completing the CAF and Appendix H for details on how this form will be scored. 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Applications must be received by 23:59 local time of the date on the posting. Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors. Diversity and creating a culture of inclusion is a key pillar of Wilfrid Laurier University's Strategic Academic Plan and is one of Laurier's core values. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from candidates from equity deserving groups. 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All course offerings will be contingent on adequate student registration and subject to budgetary funding. Members of the Contract Teaching Faculty bargaining unit: Should you be interested in learning more about this opportunity, please visit for additional information and the online application system. All applications must be submitted online. All applications shall be reviewed and considered under a set of criteria established by the part-time hiring committee. Only those applicants recommended for a position will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr