[Asis-l] Job Announcement — Second Posting (Original Posting July 2011)

[Mike Crandall]

The University of Washington Information School is broadening and deepening its program in information management. We seek two creative, energetic, forward-thinking individuals to catalyze this growth. These individuals should have a strong commitment to excellence in both research and teaching and be excited by and able to thrive in an intellectually stimulating, multi-disciplinary environment. 

All areas of information management and related fields are welcomed. Specializations of particular interest include: 
- Data analytics including business intelligence, data mining, and information visualization 
- Management of information organizations, technology, and innovation 
- Enterprise systems analysis and design 
- Information economics 
- Strategic planning and evaluation of information systems 
- Social, cultural and global aspects of information management 
- Social media in organizations 

Our new colleagues will join a broad-based, inclusive information school. Faculty members teach across programs. University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research and service. Candidates should show a commitment to bridging research and practice. These are full-time appointments anticipated at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree by date of appointment. 

Review of applications will begin October 1, 2011, and continue until the positions are filled. Selected candidates will be invited for campus visits. The University of Washington is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. The University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and covered veterans. 

Applicants may find further information about the Information School at ischool.uw.edu. Application packages should include: CV, a letter of intent, statement of research and teaching, names of three references, and one sample of the applicant’s publications in PDF. These should be sent via email, with “IM” in the subject line, to: 

Dr. Batya Friedman (iApply at uw.edu) 
Chair, Search Committee 
UW, Information School 
Box 352840 
Seattle, WA 98195-2840 
206-221-6449