Assistant Professor — Cultural Heritage Informatics & AI

The California State University; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

San José State University’s School of Information invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in Cultural Heritage Informatics, AI/Digital Transformation, and Critical Technology Studies. The appointee will contribute to online and in-person teaching, research, and service.

We seek candidates advancing critical technology studies, inspiring diverse learners, and collaborating with libraries, archives, museums, and community partners.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate by time of appointment.
• Scholarship/teaching in digital transformation, AI, or critical technology studies.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary initiatives and pursue external funding.
• Commitment to student success, accessibility, and diverse learners.
• Awareness of educational goals for a socially and economically diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in relevant specialties.
• Contribute across multiple graduate programs and support online education.
• Collaborate across programs and certificates within the School of Information.
• Participate in service activities for School, University, and wider information community.
• Engage in shared governance and Canvas LMS organization of classes.
• Demonstrate inclusive teaching materials and advisement for diverse students.

Skills

Cultural heritage

Archives & libraries

Digital transformation

Critical technology studies

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Student success & accessibility

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Earned doctorate in Library & Information Science, Informatics, Data Science, CS or related field

Job description

San José State University’s School of Information invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in Cultural Heritage Informatics, AI/Digital Transformation, and Critical Technology Studies. The appointee will contribute to online and in-person teaching, research, and service.

We seek candidates advancing critical technology studies, inspiring diverse learners, and collaborating with libraries, archives, museums, and community partners.