Assistant Professor in Information Science

About the role

The School of Information at San José State University is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor - Information Science starting in August 2026. The ideal candidate will be prepared to teach and contribute to the Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) program, with a preference for expertise supporting multiple programs including BS in Information Science and Data Analytics (BSISDA), MS in Informatics (MSI), MARA, and MSIDT.

Responsibilities

• Teach and conduct research in areas such as Information Policy, Civic Technology, Sociocultural Perspectives, and Public Interest Informatics.
• Teach and conduct research in areas such as Metadata, Ontologies, and Semantic Approaches to Artificial Intelligence.
• Teach and conduct research in areas such as Digital Literacy and Artificial Intelligence, Knowledge Organization, and Emerging Technologies.
• Teach and conduct research in areas such as Community Archives, Cultural Heritage, and Knowledge Equity.
• Teach and conduct research in areas such as Youth Services, Multilingual Outreach, and Inclusive Design.
• Teach and conduct research in areas such as School Library and Learning Technologies.
• Participate in state, national, and international professional organizations.
• Build a collegial relationship with fellow faculty members in the iSchool and across campus.
• Participate in shared governance, usually in department, college, and university committees and other service assignments.

Requirements

• Terminal degree in the field: Ph.D., Ed.D., or equivalent in Library and Information Science or related field.
• An earned doctorate by the start of appointment.
• A record of scholarly and professional achievement.
• Evidence of potential for teaching effectiveness.
• Demonstrate an awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a socially and economically diverse student population.

Preferred Qualifications

• Online teaching experience is strongly preferred.
• Ability to teach and conduct research in at least one of the following areas:
• Information Policy, Civic Technology, Sociocultural Perspectives, and Public Interest Informatics
• Metadata, Ontologies, and Semantic Approaches to Artificial Intelligence
• Digital Literacy and Artificial Intelligence, Knowledge Organization, and Emerging Technologies (e.g., Agentic AI, XR, immersive storytelling, etc.)
• Community Archives, Cultural Heritage, and Knowledge Equity
• Youth Services, Multilingual Outreach, and Inclusive Design
• School Library and Learning Technologies
• Collegial faculty with a track record of research or curricular collaboration.

Pay

Salary is competitive and renewable based on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

The position begins in August 2026.