Institution

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - School of Information and Library Science

Job Title

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

Dates

Opening Date: 12/02/2016
Closing Date: 05/01/2017

Job Description

The School of Information and Library Science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites nominations and applications for Tenure and Tenure-track faculty positions with a starting date of July 1, 2017. We seek top candidates at the assistant professor or associate professor level as well as at the senior level (full professor). The faculty seeks outstanding colleagues with active research and teaching interests in information science with specializations in domains such as information policies and ethics, social networks, human-centered information analysis and design, information security, digital curation, and interactive information retrieval. The School offers the Bachelor of Science in Information Science, Master of Science in Library Science, Master of Science in Information Science, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. The School also offers an undergraduate minor in information science, a Post-Master’s Certificate in data curation, and a variety of graduate certificates and dual degrees (see http://sils.unc.edu for details), and a new Master of Professional Science degree in digital curation.

Job Duties

Faculty are expected to engage in research, teach, advise students, participate in School, University, and professional activities, and otherwise share their expertise at both undergraduate and graduate levels, including work with doctoral students. Candidates should be excited by and able to thrive in an intellectually stimulating multi-disciplinary environment. We seek collaborative colleagues who will form partnerships within the school and across the campus. Scholars with fresh and innovative ideas, a commitment to professional engagement, and an appreciation for cultural diversity are encouraged to apply.

Experience/Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills

An earned doctorate is required at the time of employment. Candidates should provide evidence of research and teaching excellence, and potential for leadership in their area of expertise. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications.

Supplemental Information

Review of applications will begin on January 6, 2017 and will continue until the position is filled. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

How to Apply

Applicants will submit a CV, cover letter, and a list of four references at: http://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/110837

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