Assistant Professor - AI and Policy

APPAM; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

University of Chicago invites applications for tenure-track Assistant Professor positions at Harris School of Public Policy, Chicago, IL. Open to work on questions related to AI and policy, with PhD expected by July 31, 2027. Position is benefits-eligible.

Salary range is $140,000–$180,000. Applicants should demonstrate strong scholarly potential in economics, political science, computer science, or related fields.

Qualifications

• PhD required (or expected to complete) by July 31, 2027.
• Strong promise for a scholarly career in AI and policy.
• Open to applicants working on AI in relation to public policy and governance of AI/tech systems.

Skills

AI & policy research

Public policy analysis

Scholarly potential

Education

PhD in Economics, Political Science, CS or relevant field

Tools

AI tools

Job description

University of Chicago - Harris School of Public Policy - Chicago, IL

Full-time

Application Deadline: May 1, 2027

The Harris School of Public Policy at the University of Chicago invites applications for tenure-track faculty positions at the Assistant Professor level. The search is open to those working on questions related to AI and Policy. In particular, we welcome applicants who work on developing AI tools to improve public policy outcomes and those who study the behavior and governance of AI and tech systems. Applicants are expected to complete a Ph.D. in Economics, Political Science, Computer Science, or another relevant field by July 31, 2027, and demonstrate strong promise for a scholarly career.

This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook .

Salary Range or Pay Grade: $140,000 - $180,000.

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