University of Maryland, College Park
College of Information Studies: Maryland's iSchool
Assistant Professor
The iSchool at the University of Maryland seeks creative and forward-thinking individuals
for a tenure-track faculty position in a multicultural and interdisciplinary environment
where research and teaching share the highest priority and colleagues collaborate in all
aspects of their academic work. We seek a colleague whose research and teaching interests
focus on how information can be employed to meet the needs of entrepreneurial startups,
non-profits, government and non-governmental organizations, and communities. This may
include (but is not limited to):
- Social media and social network analysis in teams and organizations
- Design and evaluation of data management policies, procedures, and infrastructures
- Sociotechnical, cultural, and organizational aspects of information and knowledge
management
- Innovation and research networks
- Management and evaluation of information systems, services and innovation
We are a faculty that engages in a broad range of research with the shared theme of
information, technology and people. This is a 9-month tenure-track appointment, with
opportunities for grant-funded summer research. Salary and benefits are competitive based
upon qualifications and experience. The ideal candidate will:
- Conduct cutting edge, high impact research that shapes the information field;
- Craft exceptional educational experiences for students;
- Aspire to leadership roles in relevant professional service; and
- Thrive in an diverse, interdisciplinary environment.
The iSchool enrolls nearly 500 students in four degree programs: Ph.D. in Information
Studies, Master of Information Management, Master of Library Science, and Master of
Science in Human Computer Interaction; faculty teach across programs. We are known
internationally for our vibrant program of interdisciplinary research in group and
organizational dynamics, cloud computing, computational linguistics, digital humanities,
health information, knowledge management, information policy, information retrieval,
interface design, online communities, learning environments, and social media. Several
members of our faculty hold joint appointments in Business, Education, English, and the
Institute for Advanced Computer Studies. More information is available at
http://ischool.umd.edu<http://ischool.umd.edu/>u/>.
Qualifications. Ph.D. or equivalent in a related area at time of appointment; demonstrated
research excellence; a research agenda with the potential to attract external support;
interest in developing effective and innovative teaching.
Application Submission. For best consideration, apply by November 30, 2013. Provide a CV,
letter of interest that clearly describes your primary area(s) of expertise and the
specific contributions that you would make to the iSchool, and separate statements
outlining research and teaching interests. Applications for the position of Assistant
Professor, Information Management (Position #119623) must be submitted through the
University of Maryland's online system at
https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/22393.
The University of Maryland is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and
minorities are encouraged to apply.