UW Interactive Data Lab
Positions
Want to transform how the world works with data?
Come work with the lab responsible for Vega and Vega-Lite, Lyra, Data Wrangler, and Trifacta. We're looking for talented researchers passionate about data visualization and interactive data analysis tools. For more details about our current projects, please view our recent papers or follow us on Twitter.
post-doc positions
We currently have filled all available post-doc positions. Please check back next academic year for possible openings. Candidates with an interest in visualization and a strong tie to the natural or social sciences should also consider applying for a Data Science Post-Doctoral Fellowship.
phd positions
Want to pursue a PhD, working on visualization & data science projects? The Interactive Data Lab is part of the UW Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) department. Interested applicants should apply to the CSE PhD program. We receive many requests to discuss admissions, unfortunately more than we can possibly service. If you are interested in joining the group, please apply directly to CSE, and note your interest in IDL in your application materials.
The CSE PhD program is highly competitive. Successful applicants typically have strong foundations in computer science, compelling letters of recommendation from mentors deeply familiar with their work, and demonstrated research potential — often in the form of prior research projects and publications, though impactful software or design projects are also of interest. Applications are reviewed by a committee of faculty members, and decisions are not made by any single person.
other opportunities
If Computer Science & Engineering is not the right fit for you, there are other exciting opportunities across campus. For example, both the UW School of Information and the Human-Centered Design & Engineering department have faculty members conducting data science and visualization research.