Postdoctoral Fellowship In Algorithm Bias

Centre for Ethics, University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 61,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Postdoctoral Fellow to explore Algorithm Bias. This role involves conducting impactful research, teaching undergraduate courses, and organizing events to promote ethical discussions. The successful candidate will join a vibrant academic community, contributing to interdisciplinary collaborations and engaging in public discourse on pressing ethical issues. With a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment, this position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of ethics in technology. If you are passionate about ethics and research, this is the perfect chance to make your mark in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• PhD must be completed by August 31, 2025, with no more than 5 years since degree award.
• Strong research and teaching abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on Algorithm Bias and related ethical issues.
• Organize and participate in events to foster public discourse.
• Teach one 0.5 full-course equivalent class.

Skills

Research Skills

Teaching Skills

Event Organization

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Education

PhD in Philosophy or Cognate Field

Job description

Postdoctoral Fellowship In Algorithm Bias

Centre for Ethics, University of Toronto

Postdoctoral Fellowship In Algorithm Bias, Centre for Ethics, University of Toronto

CENTRE FOR ETHICS
University of Toronto
JOB POSTING – POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW

Area of Research: We welcome applications from candidates who can contribute to our newly launched project on Algorithm Bias. Candidates must hold a PhD in philosophy or a cognate field at the time of the appointment.

Description of Duties: Under the direction of the Faculty Supervisors, the successful candidate will conduct research, organize events at C4E around the topic “Algorithm Bias” and related areas in ethics, help to develop an interdisciplinary ethics community across campus, and foster public discourse on ethical issues by facilitating and participating in C4E events, activities, and projects. The successful candidate will also be expected to teach one 0.5 full-course equivalent (FCE). The course taught by the post-doctoral fellow will be either a fourth-year research seminar or a third-year undergraduate class. Teaching will be covered by the terms of the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 Collective Agreement.

Salary: $60,366.55 per year ($50,000.00 Postdoc Salary + $10,366.55 for 0.5 FCE Teaching)
Please note that should the minimum rates stipulated in the collective agreement be higher than rates stated in this posting, the minimum rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Required Qualifications: Applicants must have completed all requirements for their doctorate by August 31, 2025. Candidates must also be no more than 5 years from the awarding of their degree.

Application Instructions: All individuals interested in this position must submit a cover letter of application, a brief research statement, a current CV, and a sample of written work (no more than 8000 words) and evidence of teaching ability to [e-mail] by the closing date. Please submit your application materials in PDF format as one file, using the naming convention “LastnameFirstname_2025.” Applicants should arrange to have three confidential letters of reference sent directly to the same email address (preferably at least one of them will address the candidate’s teaching ability).

Closing Date: Complete applications received by April 30, 2025 will be given priority; however, the position will remain open until filled. Any additional inquiries may be addressed to the Centre Administrator at [e-mail].

Faculty Supervisors: Professor Karina Vold, Institute for the History and Philosophy of Science and Technology, and Professor William Paris, Department of Philosophy.

Term: September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026.

FTE: 100%

The normal hours of work are 40 hours per week for a full-time postdoctoral fellow (pro-rated for those holding a partial appointment) recognizing that the needs of the employee’s research and training and the needs of the supervisor’s research program may require flexibility in the performance of the employee’s duties and hours of work.

Employment as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Toronto is covered by the terms of the CUPE 3902 Unit 5 Collective Agreement.