“Data & Society – an NYC-based research institute dedicated to addressing social, technical, ethical, legal, and policy issues that are emerging because of data-centric technological development. D&S brings together researchers, entrepreneurs, activists, policy creators, journalists, geeks, and public intellectuals to gather, debate, and engage one another on the key issues introduced by the increasing availability of data in society.”
Openings for two to four postdocs – start date late August 2017
Applications are due December 6, 2016
*find full information on position here*
Expectations:
- work complements research projects currently underway at the Institute
- spending half of time directly contributing to an existing Data & Society project, under the supervision of the project lead, and half to their own research, under the supervision of Danah Boyd
- publish research and advance scholarly conversations while engaging with broader constituencies across numerous disciplines and perspectives
- be active members of the Data & Society community – participating in seminars, research exchange, and events.
Requirements
- received PhD before start date of late August 2017
- a well-established research track record as demonstrated by journal publications and conference papers, as well as participation on program committees, editorial boards, and advisory panels
- a strong social scientific, critical methodological, or data analytic foundation
- be interested in questions related to technology or the Internet and society or culture
- be interested in working in a highly interdisciplinary environment that includes computer scientists, lawyers, social scientists, and practitioners
- enjoy working on collaborative teams, mentoring junior researchers, and engaging broad audiences with research.
Postdoc positions are 1 year in length, with the possibility of a 1-year renewal depending on project alignment.Postdocs will also receive additional training and skill development as part of the job.
Application Process:
Please send the following materials to postdoc-app@datasociety.net (link sends e-mail):
- cover letter describing your current research agenda
- your dissertation topic
- your planned research and professional trajectory
- two journal articles, conference proceedings, book chapters, or equivalent writing samples
- your CV
- names, affiliations, and email addresses of three recommenders.
Indicate your desired start date, when you received/will receive your PhD, and which position you’re applying for.
Feel free to contact postdoc-app@datasociety.net (link sends e-mail) should you have any questions about the position. Questions about the opportunity or process will not reflect negatively on your application.
The work and well-being of Data & Society is strengthened by the diversity of our network and our differences in background, culture, experience, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, and much more. We welcome applications from people of color, women, the LGBTQIA community, and persons with disabilities.