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Scholars and practitioners are invited to submit proposals for presentations to be held at a workshop focused on digital humanities education. The workshop is entitled “Cross-university collaboration in Digital Humanities & Social Science (DHSS) and Digital Humanities & Cultural Heritage (DHCH) Education”. It will focus on educational matters in the field and will be held online on March 7. Accepted presentations will be run during the workshop’s open period segment. This workshop is part of the Digital Humanities in Nordic and Baltic Countries Annual Conference, running March 8-10, 2023. For more information on the workshop, please visit: https://lnu.se/en/research/research-groups/digital-humanities/workshop-online-2023/ Proposals should be 300 words in length and are to be submitted to dh.edu.ws@lnu.se by 15 January 2023. Proposals will be reviewed by the workshop organizers. Presenters will be notified of acceptance the following week. The presentations should address a specific topic related to the workshop’s themes. Workshop themes Collaborations/exchanges in digital humanities (DH) instruction Project-based/problem-based DH education Interdisciplinary/cross-disciplinary/cross-sectoral/international cooperation in DH education Existing programs, modules or individual courses in DH (e.g., design, target student groups, content, job market, evaluation, experiences, lessons-learned) Currently developed programs, modules or individual courses in DH (e.g., design choices, target student groups, resource management, related issues) Capacity building for student employability Further details on workshop The workshop will allow established and recent DH programs and educational initiatives to report on their experiences, allowing us to form a diverse community of pedagogues to critically discuss topical issues relating to DH education. The DHNB venue encourages participation by teachers, researchers and developers from different perspectives As the sixth workshop on education at DHNB, this year this workshop will focus on higher education in DH, aiming at pedagogical development and infrastructure building. Workshop participants will share their DH teaching experiences, including discussions of strategies, tools, platforms, evaluations, outcomes, and problems. The workshop will also explore a series of initiatives from the DHNB Higher Education Working Group intended to enable collaborative education among fellow universities with DHSS/DHCH programmes/courses/modules. Currently, there are three primary initiatives the Higher Education Working Group which we will address in the workshop’s main session: (1) DHSS/DHCH course exchanges, (2) project-based education, and (3) DHSS/DHCH instruction seminars The intended audience of this workshop are course instructors and programme managers for Digital Humanities and Social Sciences (DHSS) and Digital Humanities and Cultural Heritage (DHCH) programs; researchers working on DHSS/DHCH education; professionals interested in DHSS/DHCH program, courses, or modules. The workshop is scheduled for March 7, 8:30 – 12:30 (CET) Workshop organizers Ahmad Kamal (contact: ahmad.kamal[at]lnu.se), Department of Cultural Sciences, Faculty of Arts and Humanities; iInstitute, Linnaeus University, Sweden Jonas Ingvarsson (contact: jonas.ingvarsson[at]lir.gu.se), Department of Literature, History of Ideas, and Religion, Faculty of Humanities; University of Gothenburg, Sweden Koraljka Golub, Department of Cultural Sciences, Faculty of Arts and Humanities; iInstitute, Linnaeus University, Sweden Isto Huvila, Olle Sköld and Anna Foka Department of ALM (Archival Science, Library & Information Science, and Museum & Heritage Studies), Uppsala University, Sweden Marianne Ping Huang, School of Communication and Culture, Aarhus University, Denmark Mikko Tolonen, Helsinki Collegium of Advanced Studies, University of Helsinki, Finland News submitted by Ahmad Kamal, Linnaeus University, iInstitute

University of Michigan, School of Information Application Deadline: March 31, 2023 The Dean is the chief academic and administrative officer of the School of Information, responsible to the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs for oversight and quality of the School’s academic and research programs. The Dean of UMSI serves as the chief steward of the School’s vision-setting and strategy implementation and is thus key to UMSI realizing that vision.

Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis, IU School of Informatics and Computing Application Deadline: January 31, 2023 The Indiana University School of Informatics and Computing at IUPUI invites applications for a tenured faculty position to also serve as Executive Associate Dean (EAD). The appointment will begin July 1, 2023 on the IUPUI campus.

University of Denver, Morgridge College of Education Application Deadline: January 15, 2023 The Morgridge College of Education (MCE) at the University of Denver (DU) invites applications for a full-time, 9-month tenure track Assistant Professor position in the Library and Information Science (LIS) program. We seek a candidate with knowledge of the library and information science field, committed to engaged scholarship and inclusive pedagogy, and contributing to DU’s mission of public good and advancing diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. The successful candidate will be expected to teach and advise Master’s LIS students in our online and onsite programs. The ALA-accredited MLIS program enrolls over 250 students and offers onsite and online program options. The MLIS@Denver online program consists of asynchronous content and synchronous weekly sessions and attracts diverse students from across the country. The onsite program offers concentrations in Research Data Management and Teacher-Librarian and specializations in Academic Libraries, Archives, Community Engagement, Information Technology & Digital Libraries, and Public Libraries.

University of Toronto, Faculty of Information Application Deadline: January 24, 2023 The Faculty of Information at the University of Toronto invites applications for one (1) full-time teaching stream faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream in the area of museum studies. The appointment is expected to begin July 1, 2023. The Faculty of Information (iSchool) at the University of Toronto is a research-led Faculty, committed to educating the next generation of information and museum professionals and academic leaders, who join us in transforming society through collaboration, innovation, and knowledge creation. We are guided by core values that include engagement with cultural, social, political, and ethical issues in information and museums to benefit society and transparency, accountability, and public responsibility. With an outstanding complement of award-winning faculty members, our key strengths are the quality of our interdisciplinary research, the abilities of our graduate students, close ties across the university, and a committed alumni community. Our strategic priorities are excellence through interdisciplinarity, impact through partnerships, and equity through fostering inclusive environments. The Faculty of Information is especially proud of the calibre, excellence, academic engagement, and diversity of the students it recruits, admits, and graduates. Applicants must have a graduate degree in a relevant field, (e.g. history, anthropology, education, information, cultural studies, Indigenous studies, environmental studies, classics, etc.). Candidate must have either: a Ph.D. by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, which can focus on but is not limited to the professional areas of exhibition development, audience engagement, education and programming, curation (incl. art interventions and public art), collections, interpretation, management and leadership, social media and technologies. A PhD is strongly preferred. or a Master’s degree by the time of appointment, plus at least six years of significant professional experience in a related field (see below). Professional work experience of at least six years is required for candidates with a Master's degree and can be demonstrated through a proven record of creative practice and/or leadership in diversity, equity and inclusion in museums and heritage with deliverables such as: design of racial equity policy documents and plans, application of inclusive exhibition development practices, collaborative projects, innovation in museum education, programming and participatory practices, consulting, or community heritage-related initiatives. Candidates with a PhD as well as professional work experience should reflect on their professional work experience of creative practice and/or leadership referencing the same types of deliverables. Candidates must also have a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching. We seek candidates whose teaching interests complement our existing, interdisciplinary pedagogical strengths, and who have a demonstrated record of teaching excellence in one or more of the following areas: climate justice, sustainability, and museum futures; queer museology and transgender studies; activism, advocacy, and anti-racism; museums addressing social exclusions; transitional justice; critical approaches to accessibility and disability in arts and culture; global heritage initiatives (incl. monuments and memorials); difficult knowledge and heritages, including those of equity deserving communities; equity and digital transformations. We strongly encourage applications from candidates whose lived experiences adds depth and understanding to their professional and academic activities. Applicants should demonstrate intellectual curiosity and drive to pursue innovative pedagogical methods and interest in being part of a teaching community. The successful candidate will join a Faculty with an established community of teaching stream faculty, a commitment to work-integrated and experiential learning, where teaching and learning are seen as central to the scholarly enterprise, and where there are extensive supports for teaching at both the university - and faculty-level. Teaching stream faculty members are expected to combine their expertise in the discipline with best practices in teaching to create rich learning environments that embrace diversity, promote equity, and integrate cutting-edge teaching approaches in a manner that challenges students to develop skills and ethics to be leading citizens. The successful candidate will also be expected to perform standard professional and administrative activities typical of an academic unit, and to collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development. The successful candidate will be expected to enrich decolonial and social justice-informed aspects of the curriculum and develop and teach innovative courses that make a positive difference towards equity, diversity and inclusion in museums and heritage. Candidates must have teaching experience, including lecture preparation and delivery, and curriculum development. Additionally, candidates must possess a demonstrated commitment to excellent and innovative pedagogical practices, as well as publications on pedagogical approaches and an engagement in teaching-related scholarly activities. Evidence of excellence in teaching and a commitment to excellent pedagogical inquiry can be demonstrated through a mix of teaching accomplishments, awards and accolades, presentations at significant conferences, workshops, panels and events organized, peer reviewed publications, other pedagogical or tutorial materials and activities (e.g., multimedia assets), evidence of Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL), strong letters of reference, and the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application that should include a strong teaching statement, sample syllabi, course materials, and teaching evaluations. Teaching excellence will be evaluated commensurate with the career stage of the candidate, taking into consideration the life, trajectory and any special circumstances (e.g., career interruptions) as outlined in the submitted materials. As part of the University of Toronto, the Faculty of Information offers the opportunity to teach, research, and live in one of the most diverse cities in the world. We seek candidates who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment through their application materials. Candidates therefore must submit a statement of contributions to equity and diversity, which might cover topics such as (but not limited to): teaching or research that incorporates a focus on underrepresented communities, the development of inclusive pedagogies, or the mentoring of students from underrepresented groups. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Applications must include: a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a detailed teaching dossier including a statement of teaching philosophy, a summary of teaching experience, interests, and accomplishments, sample syllabi, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations; a statement of contributions to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (as outlined above); and, three letters of reference, to be submitted by the referees (see below). Applicants must provide the name and contact information of three references. The University of Toronto's recruiting tool will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference from each once an application is submitted (this happens overnight). Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that references are submitted (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. At least one reference letter must primarily address the candidate’s teaching. All application materials must be submitted online via this link. Submission guidelines can be found at: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. If you have questions about this position, please contact dean.ischool@utoronto.ca The closing date for applications is January 24, 2023, and all application materials, including reference letters, must be received by then. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Diversity Statement The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP. Accessibility Statement The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.

Bar-Ilan University, Faculty of Humanities Application Deadline: December 22, 2022 The Faculty of Humanities at Bar Ilan University seeks to fill two tenure track senior academic positions at the Department of Information Science. Job requirements: Conduct of independent research at the highest level, full-time teaching according to the quota in an academic standard, supervision of research students, applications to national and international research grants, collaboration with researchers in Israel and abroad, teamwork with department staff, contribution to the promotion of the faculty and program. Please note: Teaching language is Hebrew. The position is subject to academic and budgetary approval by the University. Applicants should specialize in one or more of the following areas: Natural Language Processing Big Data analysis and management Network analysis Data visualization Image processing Deep learning Reinforcement learning Cloud computing Simulation Databases Candidates with a doctorate in the following fields will be considered: Information Science Computer Science Computer Engineering Information Technologies Information Systems Industrial Engineering and Management Mathematics Physics Digital Humanities The staffing of the position will be carried out in accordance with academic procedures applicable at the university. The department is not obligated to accept any offer. All applications must be sent to the secretariat at the Department of Information Science. Please write in subject line: "Senior position – Department of Information Science” Make sure your email is received. Deadline for the submission is 22 of December 2022. No submissions will be received after this date.

University College London, Information Studies Application Deadline: January 9, 2023 We are seeking to appoint Community Fellows (ten in total until summer 2024) to contribute to “The Sloane Lab: Looking back to build future shared collections”, led by University College London (UCL) in partnership with the Technische Universität Darmstadt, British Museum (BM) and Natural History Museum (NHM). The fellow will undertake creative, critical, practice and/or research-led projects with the Sloane Lab, demonstrating the new forms of analysis and interpretation the project will unlock. The fellowship comes with an award of £7,500. We welcome applications from outside as well as inside the United Kingdom. The tenure of the fellowship does not require residency in the UK. All fellowships will be hosted remotely online. This advertised role offers an exciting opportunity for individuals with an interest in contributing to the Sloane Lab, including but not limited to, digital humanists, artists, computer and data scientists and heritage practitioners (community or institution based). The Fellows will exemplify the research capacity unlocked by the Sloane Lab by undertaking creative, critical and/or research-led projects. Research areas may include but are not limited to local and family history, object biography, critical heritage, indigenous and devalued knowledge, or the transferability of the technology developed by the Sloane Lab.

University of Toronto, Faculty of Information Application Deadline: January 10, 2023 The Faculty of Information at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time teaching stream position at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream in the area of Library and Information Science (LIS). The appointment is expected to begin July 1, 2023. The Faculty of Information (iSchool) at the University of Toronto is a research-led Faculty, committed to educating the next generation of professionals and academic leaders who transform society through collaboration, innovation, and knowledge creation in Information. We are guided by core values that include engagement with cultural, social, political, and ethical issues in Information that benefit society. With an outstanding complement of award-winning faculty, our key strengths are the quality of interdisciplinary scholarship, the curiosity and ambition of our students, our close ties across the university, and a deeply committed alumni network. Our strategic priorities are excellence through interdisciplinarity, impact through partnerships, and equity through fostering inclusive environments. The successful candidate will join a Faculty with an established community of teaching-stream colleagues, where teaching and learning are understood as central to the scholarly enterprise, and where there are extensive supports for teaching and pedagogical inquiry at both the university - and Faculty-level. Applicants must have an ALA-accredited Master’s degree by the time of application, and a terminal degree in a related area by the time of appointment or shortly thereafter. A PhD in Library and Information Science (LIS) or a related field in strongly preferred. Candidates must also have a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching. We seek applicants with a comprehensive foundation in the field of LIS who can teach across the required curriculum, and take ownership over its evolution. Their teaching and scholarship should align with evolving professional values and practices, such as Information justice and equity, social responsibility, critical LIS, community engagement, and information literacy, to complement the Faculty strengths. Professional work experience would be an asset. Applicants should demonstrate intellectual curiosity and drive to pursue innovative pedagogical methods and an interest in being part of a teaching community. The successful candidate will be expected to combine their expertise in the discipline with innovative teaching practice to create rich learning environments that embrace diversity, promote equity, and challenge students to develop skills and ethics to be leading citizens in the LIS fields. The position includes standard professional and administrative activities typical of an academic unit, such as collaboration with LIS colleagues on curriculum development and mentoring of MI students. Evidence for excellence in teaching can be demonstrated through a diverse range of evidence in the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application: teaching accomplishments, awards, conferences presentations, workshops, panels and events organized, curricular materials, peer reviewed publications, or other pedagogical or tutorial materials and activities (e.g., multimedia assets); as well as strong letters of reference. The teaching dossier submitted as part of the application should also include a strong teaching statement, sample syllabi, course materials, and teaching evaluations. Teaching excellence will be evaluated commensurate with the career stage of the candidate, taking into consideration the individual circumstances of each candidate’s life trajectory and any special circumstances (e.g., career interruptions) as outlined in the submitted materials. As part of the University of Toronto, the Faculty of Information offers the opportunity to teach, research, and live in one of the most diverse cities in the world. We seek candidates who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment through their application materials. Candidates therefore must submit a statement of contributions to equity and diversity, which might cover topics such as (but not limited to): teaching or research that incorporates a focus on underrepresented communities, the development of inclusive pedagogies, or the mentoring of students from underrepresented groups. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Applications must include: a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a detailed teaching dossier including a statement of teaching philosophy, a summary of teaching experience, interests, and accomplishments, sample syllabi, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations; a statement of contributions to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (as outlined above); and, three letters of reference, to be submitted by the referees (see below). Applicants must provide the name and contact information of three references. The University of Toronto's recruiting tool will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference from each once an application is submitted (this happens overnight). Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that references are submitted (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. At least one reference letter must primarily address the candidate’s teaching. All application materials must be submitted online via this link. Submission guidelines can be found at: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. If you have questions about this position, please contact dean.ischool@utoronto.ca. The closing date for applications is January 10, 2023 and all application materials, including reference letters, must be received by then. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Diversity Statement The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP. Accessibility Statement The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.

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University of North Texas, College of Information Application Deadline: January 31, 2023 The College of Information - Department of Information Science at the University of North Texas (UNT) invites applications for tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor position in Health Informatics to begin in Spring 2023. We are seeking excellent candidates with interests relating to clinical informatics, health information systems, health data analytics, and the use of technology in healthcare. We are particularly interested in candidates who can explore the challenges of health information technology as it relates to underserved populations. The candidate is expected to teach both undergraduate and graduate courses, conduct research, and provide service in an academic position with emphasis in Health Informatics. The candidate must demonstrate a record of research accomplishments and have the ability to design and deliver courses in a variety of formats, including online and hybrid modalities. They are expected to work with doctoral students and to serve on dissertation committees. This is a nine month, full-time, tenure-track position. We seek candidates who will provide inspiration and are motivated to be leaders in research and teaching, who can leverage the strengths of the department’s dynamic faculty and programs, and who will build collaborative relationships in the University and profession.

New Jersey Institute of Technology, Ying Wu College of Computing Application Deadline: December 15, 2022 The Informatics Department at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) invites applications for tenure-track faculty positions starting in Fall 2023. We are searching broadly across expertise in Human Centered Computing (HCC) or Human-Computer Interaction (HCI); exceptional candidates in other areas related to Informatics, and Information Science/Systems/Technology will also be considered (e.g., serious/educational games, gaming behavior, accessibility, human-robot interaction, health, computer-supported cooperative work, augmented/virtual reality, and social computing). We seek to hire at the rank of assistant professor, though more senior candidates with exceptional records of achievement will also be strongly considered.

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, School of Information Sciences Application Deadline: December 8, 2022 The School of Information Sciences (iSchool) at the University of Illinois invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at all ranks (Assistant, Associate or Full Professor). We especially welcome applications in the broad areas of inclusive design, accessible technology and ability-based design for, with, and by people with disabilities. Disabilities include different kinds of impairments such as sensory, physical, or cognitive, that may be permanent, progressive (e.g., due to aging or illness), temporary, or situational. The research topics include but are not limited to: Participatory design, co-design, action research or other research methods directly involving people with disabilities Inclusive design and research that would lead to direct impacts for the targeted communities of disabilities Information behavior of people with disabilities Accessibility related adoption, learning and use especially in the context of Virtual/Mixed/Extended/Augmented Reality and Games Critical approaches to technology design with and by people with disabilities