Assistant Professor - Ethics in CDI

About the role

The University of Wisconsin-Madison's Information School seeks highly qualified candidates for a tenure track position with research and teaching emphasis in the area of ethics of computing, data, and information. This position will be an academic nine-month, tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor level, to start in August 2023. This position is one of three new faculty positions that are part of a cluster hire in ethics of computing, data, and information. Other units participating in the cluster are the departments of Computer Sciences and Philosophy and the Holtz Center for Science, Technology & Society.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and implementation of innovative research projects in the field of ethics of computing, data, and information.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the areas of ethics of computing, data, and information.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the university on interdisciplinary projects related to ethics in computing, data, and information.
• Participate in the professional development of students through advising and mentoring.

Requirements

• A PhD in a relevant field such as computer science, philosophy, information studies, or a related discipline by the start date of the appointment.
• Strong record of scholarly achievement in the field of ethics of computing, data, and information.
• Experience in teaching and mentoring students in these areas.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Research expertise in ethics of computing, data, and information.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Skills

• Strong research and publication record.
• Effective teaching and mentorship skills.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration experience.

Benefits

Details on benefits will be provided upon successful completion of the hiring process.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $90,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

The position is an academic nine-month, tenure-track appointment starting in August 2023.