AI & Politics | Assistant Professor

The Ohio State University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University’s Department of Political Science invites applications for an assistant professor in AI and Politics. The role emphasizes methodological work at the crossroads of social science and AI, the political consequences of algorithmic policy, and ethical challenges of AI in public and private sectors.

The position begins in Fall 2027 in Columbus, Ohio, and supports OSU’s socio-political AI initiative.

Qualifications

• Required: PhD in political science or a relevant field, completed on or before Aug 15, 2027.
• Desired: ability to secure external grant funding and mentor undergraduate/graduate students.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on advanced topics at the intersection of data analytics, AI, and political science.
• Mentor and teach undergraduate and/or graduate students in these areas.
• Engage with interdisciplinary efforts focused on data analytics and AI.

Job description

The Ohio State University’s Department of Political Science invites applications for an assistant professor in AI and Politics. The role emphasizes methodological work at the crossroads of social science and AI, the political consequences of algorithmic policy, and ethical challenges of AI in public and private sectors.

The position begins in Fall 2027 in Columbus, Ohio, and supports OSU’s socio-political AI initiative.