[Jobs] Assistant Research Professor at Notre Dame-IBM Tech Ethics Lab
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Nuno Moniz
Mar 27, 2024, 10:42:10 PM3/27/24
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The University of Notre Dame seeks candidates for up to two Assistant Research Professors for the Notre Dame-IBM Technology Ethics Lab (Tech Ethics Lab), a core research component of the Notre Dame Ethics Initiative (ND-EI). Each position is a one-year appointment renewable annually based on performance and availability of external funding. Each Assistant Research Professor will work with the Tech Ethics Lab to develop its applied AI ethics research program, collaborating with a broader interdisciplinary research institute focused on ethics. Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. and a demonstrated research record on AI ethics or closely related topics.
Detailed information here: https://apply.interfolio.com/143072
The Tech Ethics Lab promotes interdisciplinary research and policy leadership in artificial intelligence and other branches of technology ethics. Funded with a grant from IBM, the Lab focuses on investigating emerging challenges and providing practical models and applied solutions for ethical technology design, development, and deployment. The Lab also creates academy-industry alliances, facilitates dialogue and debate regarding technology ethics, helps develop standards related to technology's moral and ethical use, and seeks to inform technology-related laws, policies, and governance.
Working in a complex, fast-paced, and rapidly growing area of research, practice, and policy, the Assistant Research Professors will develop a creative research program at the intersection of ethics, technology, industry, and policy. Their research will advance Notre Dame’s role as a distinctive voice in technology ethics. Current research themes include, but are not limited to, AI for Good, AI Governance and Regulation, and the Social, Environmental, and Economic Cost of AI.
The Assistant Research Professors will work closely with the Managing Director of the ND-IBM Tech Ethics Lab and the staff of the ND-EI, reporting to the Faculty Director. The primary responsibilities of the Assistant Research Professors include:
* Lead and/or collaborate on sponsored research related to technology, particularly AI and ethics;
* Publish in top venues in their respective fields;
* Pursue interdisciplinary research by building collaborations with external partners;
* Pursue external funding to enhance and sustain their research platform;
* Develop collaborations with ND-EI faculty;
* Mentor or co-mentor graduate and undergraduate students, including those affiliated with the ND-EI;
* Maintain a solid commitment to diversity and promoting and sustaining a multicultural learning environment;
* Co-organize technology ethics events in support of the Lab and as determined by the ND-EI Faculty Director.
> Qualifications
Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. and a demonstrated research record on AI ethics or closely related topics.
Preference will be given to candidates with a robust track record of published research and/or a successful history of securing external funding for their scholarly activities. Salary will be competitive and determined by the candidate’s qualifications and experience. The Assistant Research Professors will demonstrate excellent communication, relationship management, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
The University of Notre Dame is committed to diversity (http://diversity.nd.edu/) in its staff, faculty, and student body. We strive for an inclusive environment that values and embraces differences in backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives. We welcome and value people of all faiths and viewpoints.
> Application Instructions
To apply, submit the following information:
* Current CV;
* A cover letter;
* A statement of research interests and a description of scholarly and professional experience relevant to the position (3-4 pages);
* Three references (submitted directly via Interfolio).
Applicant queries may be directed to Prof. Nuno Moniz, nuno....@nd.edu.
Review of applications will begin immediately after posting and continue until the positions are filled.
Detailed information here: https://apply.interfolio.com/143072
The Tech Ethics Lab promotes interdisciplinary research and policy leadership in artificial intelligence and other branches of technology ethics. Funded with a grant from IBM, the Lab focuses on investigating emerging challenges and providing practical models and applied solutions for ethical technology design, development, and deployment. The Lab also creates academy-industry alliances, facilitates dialogue and debate regarding technology ethics, helps develop standards related to technology's moral and ethical use, and seeks to inform technology-related laws, policies, and governance.
Working in a complex, fast-paced, and rapidly growing area of research, practice, and policy, the Assistant Research Professors will develop a creative research program at the intersection of ethics, technology, industry, and policy. Their research will advance Notre Dame’s role as a distinctive voice in technology ethics. Current research themes include, but are not limited to, AI for Good, AI Governance and Regulation, and the Social, Environmental, and Economic Cost of AI.
The Assistant Research Professors will work closely with the Managing Director of the ND-IBM Tech Ethics Lab and the staff of the ND-EI, reporting to the Faculty Director. The primary responsibilities of the Assistant Research Professors include:
* Lead and/or collaborate on sponsored research related to technology, particularly AI and ethics;
* Publish in top venues in their respective fields;
* Pursue interdisciplinary research by building collaborations with external partners;
* Pursue external funding to enhance and sustain their research platform;
* Develop collaborations with ND-EI faculty;
* Mentor or co-mentor graduate and undergraduate students, including those affiliated with the ND-EI;
* Maintain a solid commitment to diversity and promoting and sustaining a multicultural learning environment;
* Co-organize technology ethics events in support of the Lab and as determined by the ND-EI Faculty Director.
> Qualifications
Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. and a demonstrated research record on AI ethics or closely related topics.
Preference will be given to candidates with a robust track record of published research and/or a successful history of securing external funding for their scholarly activities. Salary will be competitive and determined by the candidate’s qualifications and experience. The Assistant Research Professors will demonstrate excellent communication, relationship management, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
The University of Notre Dame is committed to diversity (http://diversity.nd.edu/) in its staff, faculty, and student body. We strive for an inclusive environment that values and embraces differences in backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives. We welcome and value people of all faiths and viewpoints.
> Application Instructions
To apply, submit the following information:
* Current CV;
* A cover letter;
* A statement of research interests and a description of scholarly and professional experience relevant to the position (3-4 pages);
* Three references (submitted directly via Interfolio).
Applicant queries may be directed to Prof. Nuno Moniz, nuno....@nd.edu.
Review of applications will begin immediately after posting and continue until the positions are filled.
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