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Ncobps

Assistant or Associate Professor

Ncobps, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224


Position Overview

The Department of Political Science at The Ohio State University invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of assistant or associate professor. Successful applicants will have research and teaching interests in the area of AI in Politics and Society. Based in Columbus, Ohio, the position will begin in the fall of 2025. Preferred applicants will have the promise of a sustained and substantial body of work developing and utilizing data analytic and/or artificial intelligence tools for the analysis of socio-political questions. The position is open with respect to substantive focus or disciplinary subfield in Political Science.

Performance ObjectivesResponsibilities of the position include:

Conduct research on advanced topics in the application of data analytics and AI to social scientific questions

Mentor and teach in these and related areas at the undergraduate and/or graduate level

Engage with interdisciplinary efforts focused on data analytics and/or AI

Education and Experience Requirements

Required : Applicants must be on track to complete their PhD on or before August 15, 2025, in a relevant field, and have the capacity to integrate methodological insights with substantive research demonstrated through a record of and/or promise of scholarly excellence.

Desired : Demonstrate the potential for securing external grant funding and mentoring undergraduate or graduate students. Preferred candidates will show a willingness to participate in interdisciplinary collaborative efforts. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to building a diverse intellectual community, in line with OSU’s Shared Values.

How to Apply

Apply to the Careers at Ohio State website at [ https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Columbus-Campus/Assistant-Associate-Professor—AI-in-Politics—Society_R113066 ]. A competitive application consists of the following required elements: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcript, separate research and teaching statements, writing sample(s), and three letters of reference. Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2024. Inquiries may be directed to Professor Janet Box-Steffensmeier at

box-steffensmeier.1@osu.edu .

You will be presented with the opportunity to attach up to FIVE documents in the Application Documents section. Please include the following:

Attachment 1: Cover Letter and CV as a single document:Cover letter: 1-2 page letter, which should include a brief summary of your academic background and why you are interested in this opportunity.CV (Curriculum Vitae): Detailed overview of your scholarly experience, including your research experience, teaching and mentoring experience, service, funding, and publications.

Attachment 2: Unofficial transcript.

Attachment 3: Research Statement: Summary of your past research accomplishments, current work/research, and proposal for your future research plan as a faculty member.

Attachment 4: Teaching Statement: A statement of your approaches, experience, and philosophy regarding your teaching, learning, and mentoring.

Attachment 5: One or more writing samples as a single document.

All applicants will be asked to provide the names and contact information for three references following the submission of application materials.

The CollegeWith more than 80 majors and 100 minors, the College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of the university. The Arts and Sciences provides extraordinary opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, blending creativity and analysis to truly be at the forefront of thought.

The UniversityOhio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

The Ohio State University’s

Shared Values

include Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect. Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.

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