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Lecturers (2), Indiana University, Bloomington, IN

The Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering at Indiana University-Bloomington invites applications for two non-tenure track lecturer positions (described below) in the Department of Information and Library Science, beginning in August 2020.

 

Technical Social Informatics:   

This area spans social informatics, social media mining, web programming, and information architecture.  We are particularly interested in candidates who have graduate teaching experiences in these areas. Candidates should also have the ability to teach computational methods in data science.

 

Media and International Informatics:   

This area spans human-computer interaction, social media, and organizational and social informatics.  We are particularly interested in candidates who have graduate teaching experiences in these areas. Candidates should also have knowledge of international information issues and ethics. 

 

In addition to course responsibilities, lecturers are responsible for supervising associate instructors assigned to their classes, development of laboratory material, grading, and other duties as assigned.  After successfully completing a probationary period, lecturers will be eligible for long-term contracts and promotion to a Senior Lecturer position. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

 

The Luddy School seeks candidates prepared to contribute to our commitment to diversity and inclusion in higher education and to support our teaching mission through excellence in pedagogical practice, service to the school and academic programs, and inquiry into the advancement of pedagogy in computing.

 

A Ph.D. in Information Science, Library Science, Communication, or related fields is required.  ABD (all but dissertation) candidates may apply but will need the Ph.D. prior to position start date.

 

Applications received before February 7, 2020 will receive full consideration. Review of applications will continue until the positions are filled.

 

Requirements and Application Links:   

Technical Social Informatics: 

https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/9049

Media and International Informatics: 

https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/9100

 

Questions for both positions may be emailed to [email protected]

 

Bloomington is a culturally thriving college town with a moderate cost of living and the amenities for an active lifestyle. IU is renowned for its top-ranked music school, high-performance computing and networking facilities, and performing and fine arts.

 

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.