Postdoctoral Scholar - Center for an Informed Public (CIP)

Postdoctoral Scholar - Center for an Informed Public (CIP) Position Overview Organization: Information School Title: Postdoctoral Scholar - Center for an Informed Public (CIP) Position Description The University of Washington Center for an Informed Public (CIP) invites applications for up to two CIP Postdoctoral Fellows who will be hired as Postdoctoral Scholars. The UW CIP is a multidisciplinary institute with a core mission to advance civic health through interdisciplinary research and education initiatives that help individuals, communities, and institutions navigate our complex information environments. Located at the University of Washington, a world-class research university in the Pacific Northwest, this Center leads programs that span research, education, policy and outreach. The CIP is particularly interested in studies of how platforms, AI, policy, and people influence the information we see; how information shapes values, beliefs, and identities (race, gender, class, ability, etc.); and how communities, researchers, educators, librarians, and policy makers address information challenges in support of a more informed and equitable society. We are especially interested in candidates who are pursuing questions like these across artificial intelligence, elections and democracy, information literacy, and public health. Scholars with a strong background in climate science and related disciplines who are looking to bring their expertise to information integrity and strategic influence are also encouraged to apply. CIP Fellows will join a growing team of faculty, students, community partners, and staff all actively involved in addressing the challenges of today’s complex and dynamic information environment. Postdoctoral Fellows will be supervised by one of the Center co-founders and/or faculty, and will work on research projects in service of the Center’s mission. Fellows will have the opportunity to engage in grant writing individually and with CIP collaborators. These positions will begin as early as July 2027 and offer a two-year term. The UW CIP offers an exceptional opportunity to work closely with the Center’s co-founders and affiliate faculty, including sociologists, information scientists, computer scientists, and policy experts. Located in Seattle, the position also offers opportunities for engagement with scholars and industry leaders in the area. In addition to the pursuit of individual interests, Fellows will work collaboratively with affiliated faculty groups pursuing more narrowly specified projects. Fellows may pursue projects that utilize the CIP archive of large-scale social media data, as well as design and execute new data collection efforts that utilize existing research infrastructure. Postdoctoral Scholars are represented by UAW 4121 and are subject to the collective bargaining agreement, unless agreed exclusion criteria apply. For more information, please visit the University of Washington Labor Relations website . Salary and Benefits The University of Washington offers a competitive benefits package. For information about employee benefits please visit The base salary for this Postdoctoral Scholar position will be $6,685 to $7,800 per month ( $80,220 – $93,600 per 12-month academic year), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. Qualifications Applicants must minimally hold a PhD, JD, EdD (or foreign equivalent). We will consider candidates who have accepted tenure-track positions at another institution but with the ability to defer their start date. The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 . Benefits Information The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information . Privacy Notice Your application materials may be used for employment consideration and shared in accordance with UW’s Privacy Policy. 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