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Title: Postdoctoral Scholar - Computational Social Science Position The University of Washington Information School invites applications for a 1-year appointment as a Postdoctoral Scholar in the area of Computational Social Science. The postdoc will primarily work on a project titled The Architecture of Accountability in Latin America sponsored by the National Science Foundation. This Postdoctoral Scholar will work with Associate Professor Nic Weber.
Candidates with a background in Data Science, Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, or Political Science and related fields of research are strongly encouraged to apply. Primary responsibilities for this position include:
Developing software to collect, manage, and analyze data about governance in Latin America
Designing projects that analyze, communicate results, and publish research articles related to project findings
Collaborate with researchers at Georgetown University's Center for Latin American Studies and the University of Washington's DataLab on related research
The position is hosted by the University of Washington, a world-class research university in the Pacific Northwest. The Information School is located in Seattle, Washington, on the homelands of the Coast Salish peoples whose land touches the shared waters of all tribes and bands within the Suquamish, Tulalip, and Muckleshoot nations. The successful candidate will join a broad-based, inclusive Information School, whose faculty members pursue their research, teaching, and service across multiple degree programs and are committed to leadership, innovation, social justice and upholding tribal sovereignty.
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
Salary range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. See current salary scale for Postdoctoral titles at The base salary for this Postdoctoral Scholar position will be $5,705 - $5,833 per month ($68,460 - $70,000 per 12-month academic year), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. Qualifications Minimal Qualifications
Skills and expertise in one or more of the following areas; Computer or Information Science; Data Engineering; Political Science; Human-Computer Interaction; Ability to develop high-quality research software Applicants must have a PhD or foreign equivalent by date of appointment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills Instructions Application Materials
Cover Letter - Please briefly describe your interest in this position in no more than three paragraphs Curriculum Vitae, including names and contact information of three references Research Statement explaining your research interests, novel or important results from your research, and your career goals.
Writing Sample
Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. review of applications will begin immediately. Interested candidates can contact the iSchool Faculty HR Team at iapply @uw.edu with questions. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
Benefits Information
A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at . Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.
Commitment to Diversity
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