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Associate or Full Professor, Tenure Track, in Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access, and Sovereignty

iSchools Inc. · Greater Kennewick Area · 4 wk ago
Education$14k–$18k/moFull-time

About the role

The University of Washington Information School seeks applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Full Professor level to also serve as the Associate Dean for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access, and Sovereignty (IDEAS) for at least one 3-year term. Exceptional candidates at the Associate Professor level will also be considered and are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research that engages with one or more of the University of Washington Information School’s strategic commitments to (1) promote equity in health and wellbeing, (2) encourage environmental sustainability and resilience, and (3) foster a more informed, just, and equitable democratic society.
  • Teach courses in their area of specialization within one or more of the Information School’s academic programs.
  • Carry out, track our progress on, and revise as needed, the IDEAS strategic plan to:
    • Cultivate an accessible, inclusive and equitable climate
    • Attract, retain and graduate a diverse and excellent student body
    • Attract, retain, and promote diverse academic personnel
    • Attract, retain, and promote a diverse staff, including positions of leadership
    • Improve accountability, transparency and promotion of IDEAS work throughout the Information School
    • Develop Place-Based education and engagement to advance IDEAS throughout the Information School, UW and beyond
  • Serve as the Associate Dean for IDEAS, supervising the staff within the Office of IDEAS, including the IDEAS Program Manager, the IDEAS Programs Advisor, and any student employees, who will assist in carrying out needed efforts as specified in the strategic plan.

Requirements

The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in a relevant field, with a strong record of research, teaching, and service. They should demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, access, and sovereignty (IDEAS).

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated ability to contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment, and will be able to effectively communicate and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders.

Skills

Strong communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively, and a commitment to equity and justice are essential.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

The base salary for the Associate Professor position will be $14,333 – $18,444 per month ($129,000 – $166,000 per 9-month academic year), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

The base salary for the Professor position will be $17,222 - $23,333 per month ($155,000 – $210,000 per 9-month academic year), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

Schedule

This position is a full-time, 9-month tenure-track appointment with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2023. While the faculty member serves as Associate Dean, 3 summer months of salary will also be covered.

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