Institution

University of Maryland

Job Title

Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor

Department/College

College of Information Studies

Dates

Opening Date: 01/09/2024
Closing Date:  02/16/2024

Job Description

The College of Information Studies (INFO) at the University of Maryland, College Park invites applications for an open rank tenured or tenure track faculty focused on pursuing novel, innovative, and impactful research at the intersection of data science and survey methodology to address core societal information problems. We welcome candidates whose scholarship explores the use of complementary sources of information, including social media and the web, to enhance traditional surveys; as well as candidates exploring the design of novel survey methodology approaches through novel technologies and platforms.

Job Duties

Use of survey methodologies in social data science. Novel human subjects data collection sources and survey strategies. Web data sources as a complement to traditional survey methods. Innovation in survey and questionnaire design using data science methods. Novel approaches to surveying hard-to-reach populations. Analysis of biases associated with the collection of survey data through novel technologies and platforms.
While these areas of expertise are of particular interest, candidates with expertise and interest in other information science topics that apply survey methodology are encouraged to apply. Candidates whose work recognizes the information norms and assets of marginalized communities particularly relating to the topics above and other relevant topics, are especially encouraged to apply.
Position Duties/Responsibilities: This is a tenure-track appointment. Tenure-track Assistant Professors are hired for 3 years, with potential renewal for three more years and tenure review. Salary and benefits are competitive based upon qualifications and experience. Tenure-track and tenured faculty typically have 9-month appointments, with opportunities for grant-funded research and university-funded teaching in summers.
For this position, the successful candidate will be involved in: Developing and conducting high-impact research agenda and disseminating research results; Designing and developing innovative information studies and survey methodology courses and curricula; Crafting exceptional educational experiences for students; Contributing to relevant professional communities; Participating in shared governance; Hiring and Appointment are subject to College and University approval.

 

Experience/Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills

Minimum Qualifications:

  • A Ph.D degree at the time of appointment.
  • Demonstrated research excellence, including a rank-appropriate record of peer-reviewed research in one or more areas described in the position summary above, or related areas.
  • Interest in developing effective and innovative courses.
Preferences:
  • Exceptional recognition of research, teaching or service contributions.
  • A record of, or potential for, securing external funding, as appropriate to rank.
  • Teaching experience in related areas, as appropriate to rank.
  • A record of leadership contributions, as appropriate to rank.

How to Apply

To apply you will need to provide:

  • A letter of interest that clearly describes your background and expertise in the area and the unique contributions you would make to the INFO, JPSM, and the University of Maryland.
  • Your CV.
  • A list of 3 professional references. For each reference include the person’s title, institution, contact information (including phone number and email address), the capacity in which you know this person, and how long you have known this person.
  • A statement of your research interests and accomplishments.
  • A statement of your teaching philosophy.
Visit https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/115990 to apply.

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