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- CSST Summer Research Institute (Boulder)
Hosted by the Consortium for the Science of Sociotechnical Systems (CSST) When: 26–30 June 2023 Where: YMCA of the Rockies, Estes Park, CO Organizers: Amy Voida & Stephen Voida Deadline: Apply by 20 March, notifications by mid-April. The CSST Summer Research Institute supports emerging scholars in sociotechnical systems research, including the following: Doctoral students are expected to graduate by the end of December 2024 Post-doctoral scholars (or any other position en route to faculty or industrial research positions) Those in their first two years as research-oriented university faculty (start date on or after Aug 2021) Those in their first two years as an industry researcher (and focused on publishing in peer-reviewed literature) (start date on or after Aug 2021) In order to accommodate the largest possible number of participants from across the sociotechnical research community, individuals who have previously attended a CSST Summer Research Institute are ineligible to apply. The Summer Research Institute has been an activity of the Consortium for the Science of Sociotechnical Systems Research (CSST) since 2008. Topics and problem domains of focus in socio-technical systems research include (but are not limited to): personal health and well-being; eScience, and citizen science; co-production, open source/innovation, and new forms of work; cultural heritage and information access; social informatics; civic hacking, engagement and government; human-robot interaction; disaster response; cybersecurity, surveillance and privacy; education and learning; information systems; platforms. This is a wide area of coverage, so if your interests are in people/organizations/society together with tech/systems/data and you are (or hope to be) part of intellectual communities such as CSCW, HCI, social computing, organization studies, information visualization, social informatics, sociology, information systems, social media and society, medical informatics, computer science, ICT for development, education, learning science, journalism, and political science, then you fit well with this program and you should apply! And if we’ve missed your topic/community, please apply and tell us about it! This year, we are delighted to have the following outstanding cohort of scholars joining us as mentors: Sheena Erete (University of Maryland, College Park) Elizabeth Gerber (Northwestern University) Mary Gray (Microsoft Research) Neha Kumar (Georgia Tech) David McDonald (University of Washington) Christena Nippert-Eng (Indiana University) Madhu Reddy (University of California, Irvine) Dan Russell (Stanford University / Xoogler / Free Range Researcher) Michael Twidale (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign) Additional mentors may include members of the CSST Steering Committee—Morgan Ames (University of California Berkeley), James Howison (University of Texas Austin), Andrea Forte (Drexel University), David Ribes (University of Washington), Katie Shilton (University of Maryland), Jaime Snyder (University of Washington) and Jenn Thom (Code for America)—and/or other members of the research community whose expertise aligns with our institute participants. Participants will engage in peer networking, roundtable discussion of individual and group research interests, and skill-building tutorials to help participants identify substantive ways that the theories, approaches, and tools within the larger community can advance their work with the design and study of sociotechnical systems.
- Associate or Full Professor, Tenure Track, in Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access, and Sovereignty
University of Washington, The Information School Application Deadline: March 27, 2023. 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. As an interdisciplinary unit, we encourage applications from candidates from broad backgrounds, with emphasis for this search in research, teaching, and service expertise and experience related to inclusion, diversity, equity, access, and sovereignty (IDEAS). This position will 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. The successful candidate will also be expected to teach courses in their area of specialization within one or more of the Information School’s academic programs. While serving as Associate Dean for IDEAS, the faculty member will 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 The Associate Dean supervises 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. This position will be expected to contribute to our diverse interdisciplinary environment that respects a wide variety of research traditions and methods, and demonstrates openness to new areas and methods. The UW Information School is dedicated to hiring faculty who 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, ability, 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. Our new colleague will join a broad-based, inclusive information school, whose faculty members pursue their scholarship, teaching, and service across multiple degree programs. The University of Washington is an institution that encourages inclusive research and community outreach, situated between the Puget Sound and Lake Washington, in the city of Seattle, on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish people. Seattle is a rapidly growing, dynamic, and diverse metropolitan area with a leading technology sector and vibrant civic sector. The position is a full-time, 9-month tenure-track appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor 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. All University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research and service. Applicants may find further information about the Information School at ischool.uw.edu. 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 mandate 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 mandate by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
- School of Information Studies Tenure-track (Open Rank)
Dominican University, College of Applied Social Sciences Application Deadline: May 23, 2023. The School of Information Studies in the College of Applied Social Sciences at Dominican University in River Forest, Illinois, just west of Chicago, is inviting applications for a 9-month, tenure-track faculty position that will begin in August 2023. The selected faculty member will join a diverse, collaborative, and cohesive core faculty committed to the university’s overarching mission to create a just and humane society. The School of Information Studies is a member of the iSchool Consortium with a range of degree options: PhD in Information Studies Master of Library and Information Science (ALA-accredited) Master of Science in Information Management Master of Arts in Youth Literature Master of Professional Studies sixteen master’s level certificate programs Bachelor of Science in Informatics
- School of Information Studies Visiting Faculty (Open Rank)
Dominican University, College of Applied Social Sciences Application Deadline: May 23, 2023. The School of Information Studies in the College of Applied Social Sciences at Dominican University in River Forest, Illinois, just west of Chicago, is inviting applications for a visiting faculty position that will begin in August 2023 for at least one academic year with the potential to convert to a full-time tenure track position. The selected faculty member will join a diverse, collaborative, and cohesive core faculty committed to the university’s overarching mission to create a just and humane society. The School of Information Studies is a member of the iSchool Consortium with a range of degree options: PhD in Information Studies Master of Library and Information Science (ALA-accredited) Master of Science in Information Management Master of Arts in Youth Literature Master of Professional Studies sixteen master’s level certificate programs Bachelor of Science in Informatics
- 4th International Conference on the Ethics of Information & Knowledge Organization
Hybrid Conference Conference website: https://ethique-information.univ-lille.fr - Call for Papers closes 28th Feb - Dates: June 8th - 9th 2023 Conference venue : University of Lille, Campus Pont de bois, salle des conseils et salle Gérard Losfeld Keynote addresses FOX Melody, Milwaukee School of Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, USA HAYNES David, Edinburgh Napier University, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Conference website: https://ethique-information.univ-lille.fr Call for Papers Deadline: 28th February 2023 https://ethique-information.univ-lille.fr/en/submission Contributions are invited in the form of extended abstracts: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=ethique-information2023 Registration will open in March 30th 2023 Registration fees are as follows: Full conference physical attendance Registration early bird till April 30th - 150€ ISKO members 120€ Students: 50 € From April 30th to May 30th - 175€ ISKO members 150€ Students: 50 € Online conference Registration early bird till April 30th 75 € ISKO members 50€ Students: 25 € From April 30th to May 30th 100€ ISKO members 50€ Students: 25 € Practical information and access to the conference venue and accommodation facilities will be provided at a later date. Visit Lille and its Homeland, the French Flanders
- Lecturer - Information and Cybersecurity - School of Information
University of California, Berkeley Application Deadline: July 22, 2023. The School of Information at the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for a pool of part-time, non-tenure track lecturers to teach courses in the Master’s in Information and Cybersecurity (MICS) program. For more information about the position, including required qualifications and application materials go to: https://apptrkr.com/3853642 The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The School of Information is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching or other related areas. UC Berkeley has an excellent benefits package as well as a number of policies and programs to support employees as they balance work and family, if applicable. Please direct questions to Peter Marchetti.
- Lecturer - Data Science - School of Information
University of California, Berkeley Application Deadline: March 24, 2023. The School of Information at the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for a pool of part-time, non-tenure track lecturers to teach courses in the Master’s in Information and Data Science (MIDS) program. For more information about the position, including required qualifications and application materials go to https://apptrkr.com/3853602 The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The School of Information is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching or other related areas. UC Berkeley has an excellent benefits package as well as a number of policies and programs to support employees as they balance work and family, if applicable. Please direct questions to Peter Marchetti.
- Updated: Electronic Resources Librarian
Metro State University, Library and Information Services Department Application Deadline: Monday, March 13, 2023 by 11:59 PM. Metro State University, a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, is seeking to hire an Electronic Resources Librarian. This is a full-time, probationary, 9-month position within the Library and Information Services Department. This position begins in August with the academic year, but there is potential for up to 30 summer duty days of work beginning in May 2023. The successful incumbent will manage the library’s subscription eresources, including access, evaluation, and assessment of resources. And establish access to new electronic resources, monitor platform changes, and work collaboratively to investigate, resolve, and communicate access issues. They will apply various methods and tools to perform collection analysis of electronic resources overlap and coverage by discipline to support decision making. They will also serve as point of contact for eresource authentication and other eresource management concerns. And manage and administer the library’s discovery service (Primo VE). This is a full-time, tenure-track academic appointment carrying full faculty status and responsibilities.
- Lecturer (Teaching Faculty II)
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, School of Information Studies Application Deadline: March 15, 2023. The School of Information Studies (SOIS), the iSchool at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM), invites applications for a Lecturer position in Information Science & Technology. This is a 9-month instructional academic staff position (Teaching Faculty II). This position offers a competitive salary and full benefits. Optional summer teaching for additional compensation may be available. This appointment will be on a yearly renewable contract, based on satisfactory performance and SOIS instructional needs. The selected applicant will be expected to teach at the Bachelor’s and Master’s level in one or more of the following areas: networking web application development (e.g., PHP) information security data analysis project management machine learning applications Other relevant information technology-related areas also may be considered. The standard teaching load will be four classes per semester. It is expected that the incumbent must be able to start by Fall 2023.
- Associate Professor, Professor Teaching Track - Library and Information Science
University of Washington, The Information School Application Deadline: March 10, 2023. The Information School of the University of Washington seeks an Associate or Full Professor, teaching track in Library and Information Science. This position will teach primarily graduate students in the MLIS program. Position Expectations A successful candidate for this search will be expected to: Be an engaged teacher and mentor Deliver courses in both face-to-face as well as online modes, engage Engage diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and justice in the context of LIS. Help lead the MLIS program in developing a curriculum that reflects professional needs in libraries, archives, museums, and information institutions. Positive factors for consideration include, but are not limited to, expertise in one of the following areas: Intellectual freedom Community engagement Management and leadership in libraries, archives, and museums Information technology development and management (e.g., systems administration or other infrastructure management; library-specific web and app development; interoperability local systems and vendor hardware, etc.) Knowledge organization, e.g. cataloging and metadata The successful applicant is expected to engage with and integrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice within their teaching and mentorship of future LIS professionals; content and activities in MLIS courses are mapped to the program-level student learning outcomes. About Position Successful candidates will join a broad-based, inclusive Information School that offers multiple degree programs at the undergraduate and graduate level and is committed to the values of leadership, innovation, and diversity. The iSchool’s MLIS program is consistently ranked amongst the top programs in the US, and our new colleague will be a key contributor to the ongoing success of the MLIS program. Teaching professors 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 full-time appointment at the rank of Associate Teaching Professor or Teaching Professor. This position includes faculty voting rights but is not tenure eligible. The University of Washington is on the quarter system (autumn, winter, spring) and teaching professors typically teach two courses per quarter (6 courses over 9 months) with summers off. Opportunities for summer teaching are often available. University of Washington teaching professors engage in teaching, mentorship, and service. Scholarship is supported and encouraged, including innovations in teaching, leadership in teaching communities of practice, and teaching mentorship. The University of Washington is a vibrant community of inclusive research and community outreach, situated between Puget Sound and Lake Washington, in the city of Seattle, on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish peoples. Seattle is a rapidly growing, dynamic, and diverse metropolitan area. The UW Information School is dedicated to hiring faculty who will enhance our inclusion, diversity, equity, access, and sovereignty (IDEAS) mission and vision through their research (as applicable), 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, ability 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. The position is a full-time 9-month teaching track appointment at the rank of Associate Teaching Professor or Teaching Professor with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2023. Applicants may find further information about the Information School at ischool.uw.edu. The base salary for the Associate Teaching Professor position will be $11,111 – $13,555 per month ($100,000-$122,000 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 Teaching Professor position will be $13,111 – $15,000 per month ($118,000 - $135,000 per 9-month academic year), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
- Professor of Practice – Future of Libraries, Distinguished Practitioner in Residence
University of Washington, The Information School Application Deadline: March 10, 2023. The University of Washington Information School (iSchool) is a leader in education and research on the future of archives, libraries, and librarianship. We seek a creative, forward-thinking Professor of Practice to contribute to this area by bringing their experiences and insights as a library practitioner. The Professor of Practice will serve as a bridge between academia and the library profession and will lead the way towards enhancing the education of future librarians. They will be able to contribute to the teaching mission of the iSchool in several ways: by teaching courses in the MLIS program; by revising current core courses; by integrating some of the iSchool’s cross-disciplinary courses into the MLIS curriculum; and by developing new courses and specializations related to their areas of expertise and interest, helping to shape the MLIS curriculum to better reflect the needs of the future of libraries. The Professor of Practice will also 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 practice-based research or design project. 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 UW Information School is dedicated to hiring faculty that will enhance our inclusion, diversity, equity, access and sovereignty (IDEAS) mission and vision 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, ability, 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. The successful candidate will join a broad-based, inclusive Information School, whose faculty members pursue their scholarship, teaching, and service across multiple degree programs and are committed to the values of leadership, innovation, and diversity. Positive factors for consideration include experience in public and/or state libraries, or public-facing roles in other libraries. The University of Washington is an institution that encourages inclusive research and community outreach, situated between the Puget Sound and Lake Washington, in the city of Seattle, on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish people. Seattle is a rapidly growing, dynamic, and diverse metropolitan area with a leading technology sector and vibrant civic sector. Applicants may find further information about the Information School at ischool.uw.edu. This position is a two year full-time 9-month appointment anticipated at the rank of Professor of Practice, not tenure eligible. This position has an anticipated start date of September 1, 2023. The base salary for this position will be $12,666 – $13,888 per month ($114,000 - $125,000 per 9-month academic year), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
- Data Engineer
Indiana University, Luddy School of Informatics, Computing and Engineering at IUPUI Application Deadline: February 28, 2023. The ETL Data Engineer supports data collection, transformation, and loading efforts across the center, including data deriving from, and transferred to, statistical as well as geographic information system workflows. This involves establishing Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) workflows to support projects across the center; identifying and evaluating data sources for quality, reliability, and appropriateness; and migrating and integrating datasets as needed for analysis. The Polis Center, a unit in the Luddy School of Informatics, Computing and Engineering at IUPUI, works with community partners in Indiana and beyond to develop innovative place-based policies and practices for healthier and more resilient communities. It supports disaster mitigation, population health management, community development, and quality-of-life efforts.







