Faculty Employment Opportunities
The University of Washington is committed to being one of the top information schools in the world. As part of this effort, we seek outstanding individuals to join our exceptional, interdisciplinary faculty. These new colleagues join a faculty eager to participate in a broad-based, inclusive Information School with academic programs at the bachelors, masters, and doctoral levels. Faculty in the Information School teach across all programs.
Commitment to Diversity
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of articulates its commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint.
Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities.
Postdoctoral Scholar - Computational Social Science
The University of Washington Information School invites applications for a 1-year appointment as a Postdoctoral Scholar in the area of Computational Social Science. The postdoc will primarily work on a project titled The Architecture of Accountability in Latin America sponsored by the National Science Foundation. This Postdoctoral Scholar will work with Associate Professor Nic Weber.
Candidates with a background in Data Science, Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, or Political Science and related fields of research are strongly encouraged to apply. Primary responsibilities for this position include:
- Developing software to collect, manage, and analyze data about governance in Latin America
- Designing projects that analyze, communicate results, and publish research articles related to project findings
- Collaborate with researchers at Georgetown University’s Center for Latin American Studies and the University of Washington’s DataLab on related research
The position is hosted by the University of Washington, a world-class research university in the Pacific Northwest. The Information School is located in Seattle, Washington, on the homelands of the Coast Salish peoples whose land touches the shared waters of all tribes and bands within the Suquamish, Tulalip, and Muckleshoot nations. The successful candidate will join a broad-based, inclusive Information School, whose faculty members pursue their research, teaching, and service across multiple degree programs and are committed to leadership, innovation, social justice and upholding tribal sovereignty.
Postdoctoral Scholars are represented by UAW 4121 and are subject to the collective bargaining agreement, unless agreed exclusion criteria apply. For more information, please visit the University of Washington Labor Relations website.
Salary and Benefits
The University of Washington offers a competitive benefits package. For information about employee benefits please visit https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/
Salary range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. See current salary scale for Postdoctoral titles at https://hr.uw.edu/labor/academic-and-student-unions/uaw-postdocs/uaw-postdoc-contract The base salary for this Postdoctoral Scholar position will be $5,705 – $5,833 per month ($68,460 – $70,000 per 12-month academic year), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
Please visit this link for more information and to apply for this position: http://apply.interfolio.com/142086
Postdoctoral Scholar - Responsibility in Systems and Experiences Center (RAISE)
The University of Washington’s Responsibility in Systems and Experiences Center (RAISE) invites applications for a 1-year full time appointment as a Postdoctoral Scholar, with an option to extend for another year.
The UW RAISE is a multidisciplinary institute and a leading center for building, evaluating, and envisioning AI technologies in the area of Responsible AI. At RAISE, we envision a future where AI systems are developed, deployed, and used with a strong alignment with human values. Located at the University of Washington, a world-class research university in the Pacific Northwest, this new Center will lead programs that span research, education, policy, and outreach.
This Postdoctoral Scholar will work closely with Associate Professor Tanu Mitra with an opportunity to collaborate with other RAISE affiliated faculty. Primary responsibilities include:
1. Auditing existing AI systems and online platforms, include generative AI systems for bias, misinformation, hallucination, harms, and other forms of epistemic risks.
2. Creating customized solutions for addressing such epistemic risks in AI systems and the online platforms where they operate.
The iSchool is located in Seattle, Washington, on the homelands of the Coast Salish peoples whose land touches the shared waters of all tribes and bands within the Suquamish, Tulalip, and Muckleshoot nations. The successful candidate will join a broad-based, inclusive Information School, whose faculty members pursue their research, teaching, and service across multiple degree programs and are committed to leadership, innovation, social justice and upholding tribal sovereignty.
Postdoctoral Scholars are represented by UAW 4121 and are subject to the collective bargaining agreement, unless agreed exclusion criteria apply. For more information, please visit the University of Washington Labor Relations website.
Salary and Benefits
The University of Washington offers a competitive benefits package. For information about employee benefits please visit https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/
Salary range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. See current salary scale for Postdoctoral titles at https://hr.uw.edu/labor/academic-and-student-unions/uaw-postdocs/uaw-postdoc-contract
The base salary for this Postdoctoral Scholar position will be $5,705 – $5,833 per month ($68,460 – $70,000 per 12-month academic year), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
Please visit this link for more information and to apply for this position: https://apply.interfolio.com/147302
Postdoctoral Scholar - Center for an Informed Public (CIP)
The University of Washington Center for an Informed Public (CIP) invites applications for up to two CIP Postdoctoral Fellows who will be hired as Postdoctoral Scholars.
The UW CIP is a multidisciplinary institute with a core mission aiming to resist strategic misinformation, promote an informed society, and strengthen democratic discourse. Located at the University of Washington, a world-class research university in the Pacific Northwest, this new Center will lead programs that span research, education, policy and outreach.
The CIP is particularly interested in studies of information flow in sociotechnical systems; the role of information in the formation and dynamics of values, beliefs, or identities (race, gender, class, ability, etc.); and the role of researchers, educators, librarians, and policy makers in supporting healthy information environments and fostering a more informed and equitable society. Scholars with a strong background in public health, climate science, and related disciplines who are looking to bring their expertise to problems within the misinformation domain are also encouraged to apply. Scholars interested in the role of generative artificial intelligence technology, including tools that produce text, imagery, audio and synthetic data, and information integrity are also encouraged to apply.
CIP Fellows will join a growing team of faculty, students, community partners, and staff all actively involved in addressing the challenges of today’s complex and dynamic information environment. Postdoctoral Fellows will be supervised by one of the Center co-founders and/or faculty, and will work closely with the entire CIP community on research projects in service of the Center’s mission. These positions will begin as early as June 2024 and offer a two-year term.
The UW CIP offers an exceptional opportunity to work closely with the Center’s co-founders and affiliate faculty, including sociologists, information scientists, computer scientists, and policy experts. Located in Seattle, the position also offers opportunities for engagement with scholars and industry leaders in the area. In addition to the pursuit of individual interests, Fellows will work collaboratively with affiliated faculty groups pursuing more narrowly specified projects. Fellows may pursue projects that utilize the CIP archive of large-scale social media data, as well as design and execute new data collection efforts that utilize existing research infrastructure.
We will consider candidates who have accepted tenure-track positions at another institution but with the ability to defer their start date.
Postdoctoral Scholars are represented by UAW 4121 and are subject to the collective bargaining agreement, unless agreed exclusion criteria apply. For more information, please visit the University of Washington Labor Relations website.
Salary and Benefits
The University of Washington offers a competitive benefits package. For information about employee benefits please visit https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/
Salary range:
The base salary for this Postdoctoral Scholar position will be $5,833 – $6,667 per month ($70,000 – $80,000 per 12-month academic year), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
Please visit this link for more information and to apply for this position: http://apply.interfolio.com/136259
Questions regarding openings at the Information School should be directed to iApply@uw.edu. We will do our best to respond to your inquiry within 2 business days.
The 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, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.