Open-Rank AI & Public Policy Professor

UC San Diego Academic Jobs; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 107,100 - 232,100; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, San Diego is inviting applications for a faculty position at the Halıcıoğlu Data Science Institute focused on Artificial Intelligence and Public Policy. This open-rank role seeks experts who can contribute significantly to both technical and policy domains, aiming to address critical societal issues through innovative research and teaching.

Candidates should possess a PhD in relevant areas and demonstrate a strong commitment to research and teaching excellence. The application window opens on December 19, 2025 and will remain open until the final date of August 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in a relevant field required.
• Research expertise in AI and Public Policy.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching and cross-sector collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Establish a rigorous program of high-quality research.
• Teach at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
• Engage in cross-sector collaborations to shape AI-enabled policy.

Skills

Artificial Intelligence

Public Policy

Data Science

Machine Learning

Education

PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Political Science, Economics, or related field

Job description

The University of California, San Diego is inviting applications for a faculty position at the Halıcıoğlu Data Science Institute focused on Artificial Intelligence and Public Policy. This open-rank role seeks experts who can contribute significantly to both technical and policy domains, aiming to address critical societal issues through innovative research and teaching.

Candidates should possess a PhD in relevant areas and demonstrate a strong commitment to research and teaching excellence. The application window opens on December 19, 2025 and will remain open until the final date of August 31, 2026.