University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy

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The Harris School of Public Policy invites applications for a Full-Time Lecturer for the 2020-2021 academic year to expand its course offerings in data science, data visualization, programming, and civic technology. The position will be a two-year, renewable appointment. The Lecturer will teach four to six courses per academic year, depending on non-classroom responsibilities.

Specific course offerings can be tailored to the strengths of well-qualified applicants, with the possibility for highly-specialized electives. Possible courses include: Introduction to Programming, Data Visualization for Policy Analysis, Big Data and Policy Research, Civic Technology, and/or Data Privacy and Ethics in Governance. Applications will be evaluated on their expertise in using data and technology for social impact, as well as their teaching/instruction experience. Qualified candidates will hold a Masters degree and have relevant field experience, or hold a PhD in a related field.

Applicants must apply online at the University of Chicago’s Interfolio academic job board at: apply.interfolio.com/72816. Applicants are required to submit the following materials with their applications: 1) curriculum vitae; 2) contact information for 2 references; 3) teaching statement; and 4) teaching evaluations. Review of applications will begin on January 29, 2020. Letters of reference will be solicited by the search committee after the initial review of applications. No applications will be accepted after May 31, 2020.

The position will be part of the Service Employees International Union.

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