Information Studies AssociateFull Professor in AI and Data Science Cluster
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Job Location:
Milwaukee, WI - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 130000 - 200000
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Position Title:
Information Studies Associate/Full Professor in AI and Data Science ClusterJob Category:
FacultyEmployment Type:
RegularJob Profile:
ProfessorJob Duties:
Artificial Intelligence and Data ScienceCluster Hire InitiativeUniversity of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM)
TheSchool of Information Studies (SOIS)at theUniversity of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) invites applicants toanassociate or full professortenure-linefaculty position as part ofanArtificial Intelligence and Data ScienceCluster Hire Initiative.UWM Academic Affairs with generous support from the Northwestern Mutual Data Science Institute(NMDSI) is making a strategic investment in thisposition providing competitive salary supplements and start-up resources.
The new facultymemberwill join us in preparing future information professionals to understand and apply AIand Data Sciencein various information organizations including librariesarchivesand private organizations to add value by solving real-world problems.Theincoming facultywillcollaborate with NMDSI to driveinnovativeresearchstrengthencommunityengagement anddevelop AI and Data Science talent to support Milwaukees growth as a technology and innovation hub.Candidates with relevantexpertisewill alsohave the opportunitytoaffiliateas FellowswithUWMs Connected Systems which houses theMicrosoftAICo-Innovation Lab.
Faculty in this clusterhirewill be housed inUWMsCollege of Community Engagement & ProfessionsintheSchool of InformationStudiesand theHelen Bader School of Social Welfare.
The faculty hiredforthis clusterinSOISwill:
Producescholarshipinan important areaofLibrary and Information Science(LIS)or Information ScienceandTechnology(IST).
AdvanceinterdisciplinaryAI and Data Scienceresearchat UWM.
Collaboratewith NMDSI toaddressreal-world challenges.
Innovateand expandAI and Data Scienceeducational programswithin SOIS.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Why Join UWMUWM is recognized by the Carnegie Foundation as both a Research 1 and Community Engaged university. Our mission as an urban research university aligns with this dual designation and is key to our shared aspirational purposes reflected in our 2030 Strategic Plan to advance student success the employee experience researchimpactand innovation as well as fiscal sustainability and economic growth. As one of the few Carnegie R1 Research Universities with a Community Engagement designation UWM offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on public health through research teachingandcollaboration.
Compensation:
The target hiring range is $130000-$200000/year on a 9-month basis. The final salary offer will be contingent on rank and qualifications related to the position.
Required Qualifications:
Ph.D. inLISISTor a closelyrelated field.
Distinguishedrecord of research scholarship teaching and servicesufficient for appointment with tenure at the rank of Associate or Full Professor at UWM.
Provensuccess insecuring external research funding.
Demonstratedcommitment tofostering inclusive environments and supporting the success of studentsincludinghistorically underrepresentedstudents(e.g.first-generation students Pell-eligible students).
Preferred Qualifications:
Proventrack recordof interdisciplinary research collaborationrelated toAIand Data Science.
Demonstrated experience in developing and sustaining partnerships with local organizations.
Strong record of community-engaged research that addresses systemic challenges employsempowered andemancipatory approaches and generatesequitableand inclusive outcomes.
Demonstrated contributions to advancing underrepresented areas in AI with tangible impacts on societal benefits ethical AI development and reducing biases and inequities in technology access.
Expertisein analyzing and addressing systemic challenges affecting urban and underrepresented populations using AI.
How to Apply:
Application Process.Interested candidates shouldsubmitthe following:
Curriculum vitae.
Letter of interestdescribing research interests past accomplishments qualificationsfunding recordvision for collaborative workwithNMDSIandmustexplicitly articulatehow minimum and preferred qualifications are met.
Referee List (names and contact informationofat least three references). Letters of recommendation will be requested by the search committee after theinitialreview.
PLEASE NOTE: curriculum vitaeletterof interest and referee listwill need to be uploaded to the same area in the application.Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior tosubmittingthe online application to ensure full fromthe requested materialswill not be considered.
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.
This is a continuous recruitment with an initial review date of March 15 2026.To ensure consideration applications must be submitted by March 14 2026. Application materials received after March 14 2026 may not receive consideration.
Be part of UWMs mission to transform lives and communities through research collaboration and community engagement.
Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to university policy UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability please contact or . This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWMis a State agency and subject to Wisconsins Open Records not however reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsins Open Records certain circumstances the identities of final candidates and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBCand Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For theUWMAnnual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e. Clery Report) which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies see or call UWMs Dean of Students Office Student Union 345 at for a paper copy.
Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Required Experience:
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Key Skills
- AI
- Genetics
- Clinical Trials
- Pharmacy Residency
- Research Experience
- Teaching
- Higher Education Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Grant Writing
- Program Development
- Mentoring
- Research Laboratory Experience
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