Assistant Professor: Cultural Heritage AI & Tech Studies

San José State University; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

San José State University’s School of Information invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Cultural Heritage Informatics, AI/Digital Transformation, and Critical Technology Studies beginning August 2027.

We seek scholars advancing Critical Technology Studies, examining how technological systems shape knowledge, memory, access to information, social equity, democratic participation, and institutional practice.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Library and Information Science, Information Studies, Informatics, Archives, Museum Studies, Digital Humanities, Science and Technology Studies, Computer Science, Data Science, or closely related field by appointment time.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Cultural Heritage Informatics, AI/Digital Transformation, and Critical Technology Studies.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary initiatives and pursue external funding opportunities.
• Collaborate with libraries, archives, museums, educational institutions, government agencies, industry partners, and community organizations.
• Demonstrate commitment to student success, accessibility, and inclusive information practice.

Skills

Cultural heritage informatics

Digital transformation

Critical technology studies

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Student success

Education

Earned doctorate in LIS/Info studies or related field

Job description

San José State University’s School of Information invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Cultural Heritage Informatics, AI/Digital Transformation, and Critical Technology Studies beginning August 2027.

We seek scholars advancing Critical Technology Studies, examining how technological systems shape knowledge, memory, access to information, social equity, democratic participation, and institutional practice.