Rothermere Chair in Technology Policy

The Sanford School of Public Policy at Duke University invites applicants for the Rothermere Chair in Technology Policy. This is a tenure-line position. Candidates at both the Associate and Full Professor levels will receive consideration. Candidates for this position should have a well-established and impactful program of research that addresses technology policy issues emerging from the ongoing digital revolution and its societal impact. Possible areas of focus may include artificial intelligence, social media, surveillance, data privacy, the intersection of technology and democracy, or technology ethics and/or governance.

In addition to an accomplished record of research, it is expected that candidates for this position will have a demonstrated track record of policy engagement. The Sanford School is particularly interested in candidates whose research and policy engagement intersect with one or more of the School’s other thematic areas of emphasis: energy and environmental policy; health policy; international development; media and democracy; national security/foreign policy; and social policy.

Given the interdisciplinary nature of the technology policy field, we welcome applications from scholars from a wide range of disciplinary backgrounds, including, but not limited to: public policy, political science, law, computer science, data science, communication, sociology, and economics. Successful candidates will be expected to teach courses in Sanford’s core curriculum.

Duke University and The Sanford School of Public Policy are strongly committed to advancing inclusive excellence throughout our research, teaching, and service activities. A diverse faculty – defined broadly as representing a wide range of identities, lived experiences, and perspectives – is a prerequisite for excellence and is essential to driving innovation within our scholarly community. To achieve these goals, it is essential that all members of the community feel valued and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community are expected to uphold these values, and we seek to hire faculty who are passionate about increasing the participation and success of individuals from all different backgrounds and communities. 
 
Interested candidates should submit the following by November 1, 2024: (i) cover letter describing motivation to be part of a policy school; (ii)  curriculum vitae; (iii) writing sample; (iv) Research statement that describes current and future research as well as experience and approach to mentoring and supporting  a diverse and inclusive research environment; (v) a one-page statement describing their teaching philosophy, previous experiences, future plans for teaching, and experience and approach to fostering an inclusive learning and mentoring environment for their students; and (vi) names and contact information for three references. These should be submitted via: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/28301

Questions can be directed to Professor Phil Napoli, search committee chair, at philip.napoli@duke.edu. 

Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.