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.
Senior Lecturer Full-Time/Director of the Master of Human-Computer Interaction + Design (MHCI +D) program
The University of Washington seeks applications for the Director of the Master of Human-Computer Interaction + Design (MHCI+D) program. The successful applicant will be appointed as a Senior Lecturer, full-time, in the University of Washington Information School for three years, with the possibility of renewal. This is a full-time position (nine-month appointment with three months of summer support) with an anticipated start date of August 1. This position includes faculty voting rights and is not tenure eligible. Compensation will be commensurate with applicant qualifications.
The position requires a minimum of a Masters (or foreign equivalent)— in a field related to human-computer interaction and design. A doctoral degree (or foreign equivalent) in such a field is also acceptable. The ideal candidate will have 3 or more years of work experience in this area and a record of leadership and administration. The ideal candidate will also have documented expertise in teaching and developing design-oriented/studio-based courses.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Preference will be given to applications submitted by April 15, 2019. Selected candidates will be invited for campus visits. Application packages should include: (1) Letter of intent; (2) Current CV; (3) Statement of teaching goals/ philosophy; (4) Diversity statement* (5) Link to a portfolio of your own work and student work, if available; (6) Complete contact information for three academic
Please go here for full position announcement and application instructions. This position is open until filled with a preferred application deadline of April 15, 2019.
Research Associate, Sloan Postdoctoral Fellow
The Information School at the University of Washington (UW) in Seattle seeks a qualified applicant for a postdoctoral research scientist position, starting May 2019. The hired candidate will work with Assistant Professor Nicholas Weber at the Information School University of Washington on a research project related to the management and sharing of privacy sensitive data. The project will include regular contact and collaboration with colleagues at the Qualitative Data Repository at Syracuse University and The Socio Environmental Synthesis Center (SESYNC) in Annapolis, Maryland. The postdoc is a full-time position available for at least one year (postdocs have an annual service period of 12 months), with the possibility of extension. Salary and benefits are competitive. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with a priority deadline of April 15, 2019.
Requirements:
- PhD awarded by anticipated start date (June 2019) in fields such as information studies, library and information science (LIS), sociology, communication, STS, or related disciplines.
- Commitment to collaborating on research and publications.
- Excitement about working in a multidisciplinary team focused on both research and development
- Outstanding qualitative (e.g. ethnographic, interview, or policy) research skills.
- Strong publication record, and commitment to practicing Open Science.
- Familiarity with topics related to data curation, privacy, management of personally identifiable information, or policy frameworks related to data security more broadly.
Preferences:
- Familiarity with sociotechnical theory and perspectives beneficial.
- Understanding of or willingness to learn about systems analysis and design as it relates to functional and technical specifications for data curation.
The postdoc will collaborate on a Sloan-funded project - Privacy Interoperability - examining emerging norms related to the collection, management, sharing, and reuse of privacy sensitive data. The goal of this work is to create policy and technical features that enable qualitative research data to be responsibly archived, and eventually shared across a network of repository environments. The postdoc will be expected to participate in data collection and analysis using multiple methods, including policy analysis, participant observation, and interviews. The project team is a friendly multi-disciplinary collaboration with researchers whose come from information studies, political science, data science, and systems development and analysis.
About us:
The location of the postdoc position is in Seattle, but will require occasional travel. At the University of Washington, the postdoctoral would be part of the research community at the Information School which holds regular research seminars, and includes the potential to teach in Masters and Undergraduate level courses for Informatics, Library and Information Science, and Information Management. The position would also have opportunities to work with research team members at the DataLab, and the Technology and Social Change (TASCHA) group.at the Information School.
To apply:
Interested applicants should send a single pdf document to Nic Weber <nmweber@uw.edu>. Applications should include a one-page letter of interest, CV, a writing sample, and the name and contact information of three references.
Lecturer or Senior Lecturer Part-Time (50%) - UX, Data, and Technology
The University of Washington Information School is seeking one or more creative and energetic individuals to design and teach leading-edge educational experiences in user experience and design, data, and technology. Successful candidates will love teaching and mentoring students. They will have deep technical knowledge in one or more areas, and will want to join iSchool faculty and students in applying information technology to make the world a better place. This is an amazing opportunity to add your voice and technical skills to a diverse, intellectually stimulating, and multi-disciplinary environment.
In this search we are especially interested in individuals with expertise in one or more of the following areas (listed alphabetically):
Computer Networking
Cyber Security
Data Science
Databases (relational and non-relational)
User Experience and Design
Lecturing faculty are an integral part of the faculty of the iSchool. We provide mentorship, a career path, and opportunities for leadership in the school. This is a 50% appointment with benefits at the rank of Lecturer or Senior Lecturer.
Please go here for full position announcement and application instructions. This position is open until filled with a preferred application deadline of January 18, 2019.
Lecturer or Senior Lecturer - Data, Code, and Information Technology
Position Description:
The University of Washington Information School is seeking one or more creative and energetic individuals to design and teach leading-edge educational experiences in data, code, and IT. Successful candidates will love teaching and mentoring students. They will have deep technical knowledge in one or more areas, and will want to join iSchool faculty and students in applying information technology to make the world a better place. This is an amazing opportunity to add your voice and technical skills to a diverse, intellectually stimulating, and multi-disciplinary environment.
The appointment is at the rank of Lecturer Full-time, or Senior Lecturer Full-time commensurate with qualifications and experience. The anticipated start is January 1 to September 1 2019.
Qualifications:
Applicants from academia must minimally have a bachelor’s degree and experience teaching at least one course as either the lead or assistant instructor. A master’s degree or Ph.D. are desirable but not required. Prior teaching experience or demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching is highly desired of all candidates. Applicants coming from industry must minimally have a bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience in a technical role.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Preference will be given to candidates who apply by November 15, 2018. Other applications will be reviewed beginning on the 15th of each month until finalists are chosen.
Please go here for full position announcement and application instructions.
Assistant, Associate, Full Professor - Open Field
Position Description:
The University of Washington Information School seeks a truly outstanding scholar to broaden and deepen our research and scholarship in any area relevant to the information fields. We seek a creative, collaborative, and forward-thinking individual, who demonstrates excellence in research and education, to join our faculty in forging the future of the information fields. The individual should be excited by, able to thrive in, and eager to contribute to our diverse, intellectually stimulating, multi-disciplinary environment that respects a wide variety of research traditions and methods, and is open to new areas and methods.
The successful candidate will join a broad-based, inclusive Information School that offers multiple degree programs and is committed to the values of leadership, innovation, and diversity. Candidates should show a commitment to bridging research and practice. Faculty members in the Information School teach across programs, and University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research and service.
The position is a full-time 9-month appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Full Professor. Rank and tenure status is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Applicants may find further information about the Information School at ischool.uw.edu.
Qualifications:
Applicants must have a PhD, JD, EdD, or foreign equivalent by date of appointment.
Professor of Practice – Future of Libraries, Distinguished Practitioner in Residence
We are building an innovative research program in the Future of Libraries and Librarianship. We seek a creative, forward-thinking Professor of Practice to catalyze this strategic initiative.
This distinguished practitioner in residence will serve as a bridge between academia and the public library field, and lead the way towards enhancing the education of future librarians. The Distinguished Practitioner in Residence will have the opportunity to bring their vision, expertise, and leadership experience to bear on a particular aspect of the library field to which they wish to contribute new ideas and knowledge in the form of a research or design project. The distinguished practitioner in residence will teach courses in the Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) program as well as conduct a practice-based project with practical outcomes for the future of the field. This may involve engagement with students, other faculty, and other institutions, depending on the scope and nature of the project, but the results will be made available to the field through presentations, publications, and other dissemination methods appropriate to the work. The distinguished practitioner in residence will also be asked to contribute to the teaching mission of the school and the shaping of the MLIS curriculum to better reflect the needs of the future of public libraries. This may consist of the revision of current core courses, the development of new courses and new specializations within the curriculum, or the integration of some of the iSchool’s cross-disciplinary courses into the MLIS curriculum, as well as special courses directly related to this individual’s area of expertise and interest.
This position is a two year full-time 9-month appointment anticipated at the rank of Professor of Practice, not tenure eligible.
Please go here for full position announcement and application instructions. This position is open until filled with a preferred application deadline of December 1, 2018.
Lecturer or Senior Lecturer, Full Time - Library and Information Science
We seek a truly outstanding Lecturer or Senior Lecturer to contribute excellence in teaching to our # 2 ranked Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS). We seek a creative, forward-thinking individual to join our dynamic Faculty.
Our new colleague will contribute to a range of LIS teaching, however, we are particularly interested in scholars who can complement iSchool expertise in one or more of the following areas: management of information organizations; information resources, services, and collections; social justice and community engagement; archives and special collections; cataloging; data resources and services; digital humanities and cultural heritage; digital archives; libraries as social infrastructure; information spaces that serve and facilitate the development of diverse populations; design thinking; education and learning, among others. This individual should have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and service and should thrive in a diverse, intellectually stimulating, multi-disciplinary environment.
Please go here for full position announcement and application instructions. This position is open until filled with a preferred application deadline of September 30, 2018.
Assistant, Associate, Full Professor - Library and Information Science
We seek a truly outstanding scholar to broaden and deepen our research and scholarship in Library and Information Science (LIS). We seek a creative, forward-thinking scholar to join our community. Our new colleague will be expected to contribute to curriculum development, teach in multiple delivery modes (online, hybrid and face to face), and serve the overall educational mission of the school. This may include the development of new courses from the candidate’s area of expertise, and will require the teaching of existing core courses in the MLIS program, as well as mentoring a diverse student population.
The position is a full-time 9-month appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Full Professor. Rank and tenure status is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
While all areas of library and information science are welcome, we are particularly interested in scholars who can complement iSchool expertise in one or more of the following areas: Social Justice, ICT, Knowledge Organization, Social Work, Health Informatics, Digital Humanities, Archives and Special Collections, and Education and Learning.
Please go here for full position announcement and application instructions. This position is open until filled with a preferred application deadline of December 1, 2018.
Lecturer or Senior Lecturer - Information Management/Information Systems
We are at an exciting juncture, as we broaden and deepen our Master of Information Management (MSIM) Program. We seek a creative, energetic, forward-thinking scholar to help catalyze this growth. This individual should have a strong commitment to excellence in research, teaching and service and should thrive in a diverse, intellectually stimulating, multi-disciplinary environment.
Lecturing faculty are an integral part of the faculty of the iSchool, teaching across undergraduate and graduate programs. We provide mentorship and a career path for lecturing faculty, including opportunities for leadership within the School. This is a full-time 9-month appointment at the rank of Lecturer or Senior Lecturer. This position includes faculty voting rights and is not tenure eligible.
Information Management is an emerging field with the purpose of designing, developing, managing, and using information with insight and innovation to support decision making and create value for individuals, organizations, communities, and societies. While all areas of information management are welcome, we are particularly interested in faculty who can complement iSchool expertise in one or more of the following areas: Information systems; Business analytics/business intelligence; Data science; Information/cyber security; Digital transformation/emerging tech.
Please go here for full position announcement and application instructions. This position is open until filled with a preferred application deadline of October 31, 2018.
Assistant, Associate, Full Professor – Information Management / Information Systems
We are at an exciting juncture, as we broaden and deepen our Master of Information Management (MSIM) Program and Information Systems research. We seek a creative, energetic, forward-thinking scholar to help catalyze this growth. This individual should have a strong commitment to excellence in research, teaching and service and should thrive in a diverse, intellectually stimulating, multi-disciplinary environment.
The position is a full-time 9-month appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Full Professor. Rank and tenure status is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Information Management is an emerging field with the purpose of designing, developing, managing, and using information with insight and innovation to support decision making and create value for individuals, organizations, communities, and societies. While all areas of information management are welcome, we are particularly interested in scholars who can complement iSchool expertise in one or more of the following areas: Information systems; Business analytics/business intelligence; and Information/cyber security.
Please go here for full position announcement and application instructions. This position is open until filled with a preferred application deadline of November 30, 2018.
Lecturers part-time
The Information School is seeking part-time lecturers to join our pool of Guest Faculty to teach courses in a variety of subjects across our Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programs.
* This requisition has been temporarily closed. We will begin accepting applications again in November 2018.
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.