[ecrea] Assistant Professor in Data Ethics (TT)

http://ap.washington.edu/ahr/academic-jobs/position/aa20155/

The Information School of the University of Washington seeks a 
tenure-track Assistant Professor in the area of Data Ethics.  At the 
Information School, we believe that data can improve people’s lives, and 
that pioneering research in data science and related fields can make 
data work for the betterment of society. At the same time, such work 
raises important ethical questions about how new forms of data analysis 
are impacting privacy, liberty, and security.

We are seeking a candidate who demonstrates the potential to establish a 
program of high quality research focused on the ethical, legal, and 
policy issues related to data science with current areas of expertise 
including, but not limited to: data science methods, computational 
social science, data curation, information visualization, data-driven 
design, information retrieval, and knowledge organization.

Applicants can be of any disciplinary training and should be excited to 
join a multi-disciplinary faculty. Competitive candidates will 
demonstrate research excellence, teaching effectiveness and a commitment 
to diversity. Candidates with expertise in ethical theory and applied 
ethics are especially encouraged to apply.

The UW Information School is dedicated to hiring faculty that will 
enhance diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through 
their research, teaching, and service. As information systems and 
institutions serve increasingly diverse and global constituencies, it is 
vital to understand the ways in which differences in gender, class, 
race, ethnicity, religious affiliation, national and cultural 
boundaries, national origin, worldview, intellectual origin, and other 
identities can both divide us and offer us better ways of thinking and 
working. The Information School faculty are committed to preparing 
professionals who work in an increasingly diverse and global society by 
promoting equity and justice for all individuals, actively working to 
eliminate barriers and obstacles created by institutional discrimination.

This is a full-time 9-month tenure track appointment anticipated at the 
rank of Assistant Professor (job class code 0116). Applicants must have 
a Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) by date of appointment. Our new 
colleague will join a broad-based, inclusive information school, in 
which faculty members teach across programs. University of Washington 
faculty engage in teaching, research and service. The University of 
Washington is a vibrant crucible of inclusive research and community 
outreach, situated between the Puget Sound and Lake Washington. The city 
of Seattle is a rapidly growing, dynamic, and diverse metropolitan area.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the 
position is filled. Preference will be given to applications submitted 
by October 30, 2016. Selected candidates will be invited for campus 
visits. University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal 
opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive 
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, 
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national 
origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Applicants may find further information about the Information School at 
ischool.uw.edu. Application packages should include: CV, letter of 
intent including a statement on research and teaching, two selected 
publications, as well as a diversity statement (see below), and the 
names and contact information for three references.

Diversity Statement: The UW iSchool seeks top scholars in its faculty 
searches. Diversity is a core value and foundational concept in the 
Information School, and we are committed to building an inclusive and 
diverse faculty, staff, and student community. Please describe your 
experiences with diversity in your research, teaching and service, 
and/or your potential to bring diversity to the iSchool and the 
information field. Discuss your potential to mentor and educate students 
who will serve diverse populations.For your reference please consult the 
UW iSchool’s diversity webpages: http://ischool.uw.edu/diversity/statement

Application Instructions: Application materials should be sent via 
email, with “Data Ethics” in the subject line, to:

Dr. Emma Spiro and Dr. Adam Moore ((iApply /at/ uw.edu))
Co-Chairs, Data Ethics Search Committee
University of Washington Information School
Box 352840
Seattle, WA 98195-2840
206-616-2039

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity 
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for 
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual 
orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, 
protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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