Two Assistant Professor Positions in History/Sociology of Science, Technology, or Medicine
Assistant Professor in History/Sociology of Science, Technology, or Medicine
The School of History and Sociology (https://hsoc.gatech.edu) at the Georgia Institute of Technology invites applications for two tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor, one in the History of Science, Technology, or Medicine and a second in the Sociology of Science, Technology, or Medicine. We seek candidates with expertise in twentieth and/or twenty-first century science, technology, or medicine. The further area of specialization is open; applicants with expertise in the mind and brain sciences or computer technologies, AI, and data sciences are encouraged. Candidates are expected to possess an established research trajectory that fits with the mission of the School of History and Sociology and demonstrate an exceptional commitment to the teaching and mentoring of students. The expected starting date for successful candidates is August 1, 2024.
Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our Strategic Plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers.
Job Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active research program in the history or sociology of science, technology, or medicine; to pursue external funding to support research; to teach courses that contribute to the undergraduate and graduate degrees, minors, and certificate programs offered in the School of History and Sociology; and to engage in professional service commensurate with career stage at and beyond Georgia Tech.
Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
A PhD in history, sociology, STS, or related field at the time of appointment is required. The successful candidates will have demonstrated a robust and innovative research agenda in areas that build on the strengths of the School of History and Sociology as well as a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring students.
Application Requirements
The deadline for applications is {February 1, 2024}. Applicants should submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, two chapter-length writing samples, and the names and contact information (including e-mail addresses) of three references. The letter of application should indicate the applicant’s qualifications for the position, current and future research plans, and teaching interests and experience. Applicants who are invited to a first-round interview will be asked to provide evidence of teaching excellence at the time of invitation; references will also be contacted for letters at this time. Application materials should be submitted as PDF files via https://bit.ly/41mGmCw (Job ID: 266473) . Requests for information may be directed to search co-chairs Helen Anne Curry (hacurry@gatech.edu) or Amit Prasad (amit.prasad@hsoc.gatech.edu). An earned doctorate is required by the start of the appointment, and a background check must be completed prior to beginning employment.