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Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Social, Economic, and Ethical Implications of C

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Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Social, Economic, and Ethical Implications of Computing and Networks

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cambridge, MA Sloan School of Management and Schwarzman College of ComputingThe Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Sloan School of Management and the MIT Schwarzman College of Computing (SCC) invite applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in social, economic, and ethical implications of computing and networks, focusing on the Future of Work and the interface between Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Human Interaction. The intended start date is July 1, 2025, or as soon thereafter as possible. We seek candidates whose research involves development and/or novel conceptual use of computational, statistical, and/or AI methodologies to address questions at the frontier of AI and its interaction with human decision-making at individual, organizational, and/or societal levels.Areas related to this search include but are not limited to:AI in Human Decision-Making : dynamics of human-AI collaboration; issues of bias and fairness in AI-driven decisions; the impact of AI system transparency on trust and accountability.AI and Collective Intelligence : role of AI in knowledge accumulation, integration of diverse expertise within teams, and enhancing collaboration, collective intelligence, and innovation.AI in Recruitment and Human Resources : examining AI’s influence on hiring, employee evaluation, and performance management; implications for reward allocation and well-being of organizational members; addressing bias, inequality, and learning challenges in organizational contexts.The successful candidate will hold a shared appointment in the Sloan School of Management and the SCC, ideally within the Work and Organization Studies (WOS) group or another group within Sloan. This position aligns with Sloan’s focus on

The Future of Work

and AI-Human Interaction, and SCC’s strategic area of

Social, Economic, and Ethical Implications of Computing and Networks .Candidates must have a PhD in Computer Science, Management, Sociology, Economics, Operations Research, Information Science, or a related field by the start of employment. Applicants should have strong computational or statistical skills and a commitment to research that integrates social sciences and computing.Faculty responsibilities

include teaching courses at undergraduate and graduate levels in networks, organizations, and computing, advising students, conducting research, and providing service to the institution and profession. The primary appointment will be in the Work and Organization Studies group, but candidates are expected to teach in both Sloan and SCC educational programs.Application requirements : A cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, research statement (3-4 pages), teaching statement (1 page), and contact details for at least three references. Applicants should discuss how their work aligns with the position and how they would support Sloan and SCC programs. Recommendations should be submitted directly by the recommenders.Applications received and completed (including recommendation letters) by November 4th will be prioritized. Applications received and completed after November 4th could also be considered. Please submit online applications to:

http://apply.interfolio.com/156476 .For more details, visit

MIT Sloan

and

MIT SCC

websites. Questions can be directed to the faculty search chairs Professor Ray Reagans (rreagans@mit.edu) and Professor Saurabh Amin (amins@mit.edu).MIT is an equal employment opportunity employer. We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive equitable consideration for employment based on their experience and qualifications and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, or national or ethnic origin. See MIT's full policy on nondiscrimination.Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check, including verifying any finding of misconduct (or pending investigation) from prior employers.

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