Assistant Professor in Information and Library Science

About the role

The Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana (IUB) invites applications for a tenure track assistant professor position to begin in August 1, 2023 in the Department of Information and Library Science (ILS).

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the research, teaching, and service missions of the department.
• Teach both online and in-person courses in the field of Information and Library Science.
• Conduct original research in the areas of social informatics, digital humanities, documentation, digital libraries, data curation, information retrieval, music informatics, text mining, computer mediated communication, and knowledge infrastructure including information architecture, open access, open science, information retrieval, and media preservation and archives.
• Engage in professional development activities that enhance teaching and research.
• Participate in school, college, and university committees and initiatives.

Requirements

• A PhD in Information and Library Science or a related field by the start date of the appointment.
• Strong record of scholarly activity, including publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at conferences.
• Experience in teaching undergraduate and graduate students.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Research expertise in the areas of social informatics, digital humanities, documentation, digital libraries, data curation, information retrieval, music informatics, text mining, computer mediated communication, and knowledge infrastructure including information architecture, open access, open science, information retrieval, and media preservation and archives.
• Experience in teaching undergraduate and graduate students in these areas.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion in higher education.

Skills

• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to teach online and in-person courses.
• Experience with educational technology and online learning platforms.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.

Pay

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The position begins on August 1, 2023.