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Global Call for Contributions: International Observatory on Information and Democracy
by Joly MacFie 22 Nov '23

22 Nov '23

[Fwd from APrIGF-discuss] Dear Asia Pacific community, Hope this message finds you well. The International Observatory on Information and Democracy is now calling for contributions to gather international research on the four priority themes of its inaugural report: - Artificial Intelligence, information ecosystems and democracy - Media Politics and Trust - Data Governance and Democracy - Misinformation and Disinformation (as a cross-cutting issue) This report will establish a common understanding of what we know – and don’t know – and thus support governments, policymakers, regulatory bodies, NGOs and tech corporations to debate and design better policies to safeguard our democratic institutions. We are looking for experts and researchers to submit their literature material answering the research questions addressed in the call. Highlight your research among international experts and be acknowledged as a contributor to the Observatory’s inaugural report by sharing your comments or papers, reports or published opinions on the four priority themes. Share your comments or papers, reports or published opinion pieces *before 7 January 2024* at https://informationdemocracy.org/2023/11/21/global-call-for-contributions-o… . Best regards, *Jenna Fung* Program Manager *| **NetMission.Asia* email. jenna.fung(a)netmission.asia Dot.Asia | NetMission.Asia | yIGF.asia | APrIGF.asia -- -------------------------------------- Joly MacFie +12185659365 -------------------------------------- -

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Seeking postdocs, Bridge to Faculty Postdoctoral Research Associate – UIC Communication
by Jones, Steve 21 Nov '23

21 Nov '23

The Department of Communication at the University of Illinois at Chicago invites applications for a Bridge to Faculty Postdoctoral Research Associate specializing in AI and Minority Representation. The position focuses on the ways artificial intelligence engages in and impacts minority representation, conceived broadly. Areas of interest include algorithmic bias and oppression; AI and data justice; black box design; minority histories and cultures of computing, and other counters to deficit approaches; generative AI and bias; platform design; Virtual, Augmented and Extended reality interfaces; robotics, wearable technologies and interfaces of the future; and DEI practices. The candidate will have earned a doctorate in Communication or a related field, will demonstrate strong promise of scholarly achievement and teaching success, show good prospects for external research funding, and will demonstrate commitment to multidisciplinary scholarship. UIC is a Carnegie Research Extensive University (Research I), is the largest institution of higher education in the Chicago area, is in the top 50 U.S. universities in federal research funding, and is among the top 200 universities in the world. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation, and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI), and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant, and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. Recently ranked in the top 50 worldwide, the Department of Communication at UIC focuses on New Media and offers a BA, M.A., and Ph.D. with an emphasis on: social media + social networks mass media + journalism studies gaming + game studies mobile media policy + platform politics human augmentics political communication + cultural studies intercultural communication health communication science + technology studies social computational sciences Located in the heart of Chicago, we collaborate with the UIC Electronic Visualization Laboratory, the pre-eminent virtual reality and high-speed networking research site. The Department is the birthplace and current home of New Media and Society, the leading journal in the field, and the only department to host three leading journals: Mobile Media and Communication and the open access and free journal, Social Media & Society in addition to NMS. Purpose: The Bridge to Faculty Scholars program seeks to advance diversity on the permanent faculty level by encouraging the recruitment, retention, and promotion of outstanding scholars from different backgrounds, with an emphasis on attracting individuals from groups who have been historically underrepresented in our discipline. Bridge to Faculty is designed to recruit scholars with the goal of transitioning them to faculty members after two years. After the first year, and subject to satisfactory performance and University approval, this position may be re-appointed for a second year. Successful postdoctoral associates may have the opportunity to transition to tenure-track faculty starting in the 2026-2027 academic year. Scholars will participate in a mentoring experience within the department, with the opportunity to meet other Scholars through cohort-based events and workshops organized by the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity, and Engagement. The Bridge to the Faculty Scholars Program is funded by the Chancellor’s Office and administered through the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity, and Engagement. The desired appointment date for the position is August 16, 2024, subject to budgetary approval. Candidates must be less than five (5) years post receipt of Ph.D. The desired start date for the position is August 16, 2024, pending budget approval in order to hold a postdoctoral research associate appointment at the time of appointment. Electronic applications accepted only. Interested parties should complete the online application and submit a letter of interest, a full curriculum vitae, samples of relevant scholarly publications, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and names of and contact information for three references at: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/7650?c=uic For fullest consideration, applications should be submitted by January 12, 2024. The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, see the HR website.

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New book announcement
by Anna Gjika 21 Nov '23

21 Nov '23

Dear colleagues, I am excited to announce that my new book, *When Rape Goes Viral: Youth and Sexual Assault in the Digital Age, *is out today! The book examines the causes of image-based sexual violence among teens, and the need for a more thorough examination of the social and legal afterlife of digital artifacts. It will be of interest to anyone teaching at the intersections of technology and sociology, gender & sexuality studies, youth studies, and more specifically, anyone working on VAWG and tech-facilitated abuse. I hope you buy it, read it, discuss it, and teach with it. Please reach out if you want to talk about it further, want me to zoom in on your classes, or any other opportunities to engage with the book. You can read more about the book here: https://www.ucpress.edu/book/9780520391048/when-rape-goes-viral And here: https://www.ucpress.edu/blog/64067/qa-with-anna-gjika-author-of-when-rape-g… You can find the book on the UC Press website (link above) as well as any major book retailer. If you order from the UC site, you can use code UCPSAVE30 for 30% off. Thank you! Anna Gjika, PhD Assistant Professor of Sociology SUNY New Paltz, USA

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AIES 2024
by Tina Lassiter 21 Nov '23

21 Nov '23

Does anybody know when and where AIES 2024 will be? Thanks, and best wishes, Tina Sent from my iPhone

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Call for papers on Experimental Evaluations of the Human Factor in Cybersecurity
by Rosanna Guadagno 21 Nov '23

21 Nov '23

Hi all, The journal section I edit, Frontiers in Psychology, Media Psychology, has an upcoming call for papers (due on 15/1/24) on the topic of Experimental Evaluations of the Human Factor in Cybersecurity. Here is a link to the call: https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/56190/experimental-evaluations-…. Below is the text of the call for papers. Please let me know if you have any questions and I hope you submit! ----- The current approach to cybersecurity is primarily focused on purely technical measures, such as firewalls, antivirus software, and encryption. However, this approach has proven insufficient in preventing social forms of cybercrime and online fraud. Moreover, despite these technical measures, users remain vulnerable to social engineering tactics, such as phishing and pretexting. We need to understand the human component of cybersecurity to develop effective interventions. Furthermore, the internet is completely integrated into our lives, and its many benefits come with risks and threats. For example, people may receive phone calls from someone claiming to be their bank or receive text messages requesting money for various reasons. In this special issue, we aim to promote experimental evaluations that focus on the human factor of cybersecurity, with the goal of developing evidence-based strategies to mitigate these threats. The main objective of this special issue is to promote experimental evaluations that focus on the human factor of cybersecurity. By doing so, we hope to achieve a better understanding of the interventions that can be implemented to reduce the susceptibility of users to cybercrime and online fraud. Specifically, we aim to investigate the effectiveness of these interventions and identify the building blocks that contribute to their success. In the face of the growing threat of cybercrime, it is important to identify strategies that can prevent victimization without resorting to overly cautious measures such as identifying all incoming emails as phishing attempts or avoiding clicking on any links altogether, even legitimate ones. We aim to explore the range of strategies available and identify those that are most effective in slowing down the decay rate of intervention. Overall, this special issue seeks to contribute to the development of evidence-based strategies to mitigate the human factor in cybersecurity. To gain insight into ways to counter susceptibility to cybercrime and online fraud victimization, the Human Factors in Cyber Security Experiments research topic welcomes experimental studies. We aim to collect studies that contribute to the design and development of countermeasures that will lead to effective interventions that protect users from online attacks with the goal/aim to make the internet a safer place. We welcome empirical articles studying any of the mentioned or other aspects of Human Factors in Cyber Security Experiments. We will also consider theoretical articles that review advances or present interesting and novel perspectives on the topic. Given the difficulties surrounding the study of the phenomenon, we would also be interested in collecting ideas about possible methodologies that could be applied to its investigation. The submitted articles should fall within the following article types: • Experimental studies (Original or Replication); • Review studies (Mini, Systematic, Meta-analysis) investigating experimental interventions; • Hypothesis testing, Perspective, or Opinion when the focus is on experimental testing. --- Br, Rosanna --- Rosanna E. Guadagno, Ph.D. Associate Professor, Persuasive Information Systems University of Oulu Google Scholar Profile <https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=-_0SgvoAAAAJ&hl=en> Twitter: @Rosannaeg <https://twitter.com/RosannaEG> Lab: OSIL <https://osilab.eu/> Specialty Chief Editor in Media Psychology, Frontiers in Psychology <https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/sections/media-psychology> Associate Editor, Frontiers in Psychology, Personality and Social Psychology <https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/sections/personality-and-so…>

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Funded PhD and 3-year postdoc in politics, digital technologies and governance
by Bolsover, Gillian 21 Nov '23

21 Nov '23

Hello A, We have an opening for a fully-funded PhD position and a three-year post-doc position to join the politics, digital technologies and governance research group at the the Hasso Plattner Institute (HPI) at the University of Postdam in Germany. Located in beautiful, leafy Potsdam, but also with easy commuting distance of Berlin, the HPI is an interdisciplinary research institute focused on computer science and digital technologies. While initially focusing on IT, computer science and digital engineering, the institute is rapidly expanding its research within the social sciences (as they intersect with digital technologies). We are particularly interested in research proposals that sit within or are similar to the following research themes: - political communication as it intersects with digital technologies, for instance, misinformation and online opinion manipulation; - digital and technological data collection and surveillance by states and/or corporations; - information power, computational propaganda and information warfare; - technology governance and policy, either from a state or a corporate perspective; - the changing nature of citizenship in the Internet age, including online social movements and the drivers of political activity. Due to funding requirements, all projects must include a study of one or more developing countries (according to the OECD DAC list) but may also include the study of other countries comparatively or as relevant geopolitical players. Further details at, PhD position: https://jobs.plattnerfoundation.org/HPI/job/Potsdam-Funded-PhD-position-in-… Post-doc positon: https://jobs.plattnerfoundation.org/HPI/job/Potsdam-Three-year-postdoc-in-p… Best, ----------------- Dr G Bolsover Professor of Digital Technology, Governance and Policy Hasso Plattner Institut, University of Potsdam Publications@Google Scholar<https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=MOitBtYAAAAJ&view_op=list_w…>

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Post-doctoral position within the research project “Hybrid Epistemic Practices: Generative Artificial Intelligence and the Transformation of Academic Assemblages in the Qualitative Social Sciences and Humanities”
by Libuše Hannah Vepřek 21 Nov '23

21 Nov '23

*Open Post-doctoral position within the research project **“Hybrid Epistemic Practices: Generative Artificial Intelligence and the Transformation of Academic Assemblages in the Qualitative Social Sciences and Humanities” **at the Ludwig Uhland Institute for Historical and Cultural Anthropology, University of Tübingen (Germany)* At the University of Tübingen (Germany), Ludwig Uhland Institute for Historical and Cultural Anthropology, there is a *Post-doctoral position (m/f/d; TV-L E13, 100%) *available to be filled at the earliest possible date (from January 1, 2024; at the latest by April 1, 2024).** The position is limited to up to 36 month (until December 31, 2026). https://uni-tuebingen.de/en/257156 <https://uni-tuebingen.de/en/257156> *Main Tasks:* * Independent academic work in the interdisciplinary research project “Hybrid Epistemic Practices: Generative Artificial Intelligence and the Transformation of Academic Assemblages in the Qualitative Social Sciences and Humanities*”*with a focus on digital anthropology and science and technology studies. The post-doctoral researcher will conduct ethnographic research on hybrid epistemic practices in the context of generative AI (e.g., ChatGPT) at the University of Tübingen and collaborate on publications in this area with fellow project members. For an outline of the project see: https://uni-tuebingen.de/en/257045 <https://uni-tuebingen.de/en/257045> * Developing/establishing and maintaining a research network in the project’s research area * Contributing to securing third-party funding for research in generative AI within the qualitative social sciences and humanities. * Regular participation in the Digital Anthropology Lab Tübingen: www.digitalanthropologylab.org <http://www.digitalanthropologylab.org> * Requirements:* * very good PhD in cultural anthropology / European ethnology, or * very good PhD in related subjects such as media studies, sociology, or cultural studies, provided the applicant has experience with ethnographic research /Please note: the PhD dissertation does not have to be completed at the time of application, but by the time of the project start date (by April 1, 2024, at the latest)./ * very good English language skills * very good German language skills, or * Basic German language skills and willingness to participate in German language courses at the University of Tübingen// *Advantageous are:* * Previous experience in the research field of digital anthropology and/or science and technology studies * Interdisciplinary study or research experience Equally qualified applicants with disabilities will be given preference. The university seeks to raise the number of women in research and teaching and therefore encourages qualified women to apply for these positions. Employment will be carried out by the central administration of the University Tübingen. *Application documents* * Cover letter with curriculum vitae * Graduation certificate (high school or similar), MA certificate (university), and PhD diploma. /If the PhD diploma is not yet available, a summary of the PhD dissertation with information on the expected date of graduation can be submitted as an alternative./ * Summary of PhD dissertation (1-2 pages) ** *Application* Please send your applications via email in /one/ PDF document by *December 3, 2023. *The brief application window is due to the project’s anticipated rapid start. Prof. Dr. Christoph Bareither Institute of Historical and Cultural Anthropology University of Tübingen Burgsteige 11 72070 Tübingen (Germany) 07071-297-2373 christoph.bareither(a)uni-tuebingen.de -- Libuše Hannah Vepřek, M.A., M.Sc. Pronomen / Pronouns: sie, ihr / she, her Ludwig-Uhland-Institut für Empirische Kulturwissenschaft Universität Tübingen Burgsteige 11 72070 Tübingen

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Join the iSchool at the University of Arizona! (TT Assistant/Associate Professor in AI) [Application review starts December 1]
by Zack Lischer-Katz 21 Nov '23

21 Nov '23

The *School of Information at the University of Arizona* invites applications for multiple tenure track *Assistant or Associate Professor* positions to start in Fall 2024. We are looking for candidates with expertise in *all areas of artificial intelligence*. Application Link: https://arizona.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/17971 For at least one of the positions, we especially encourage applications from candidates with expertise including but not necessarily limited to the following areas: ● Trustworthy artificial intelligence ● Bias and equity in machine learning Candidates must provide evidence of how they meet the following required qualifications: ● A Ph.D. in information science, computer science, or a related discipline. ● A productive and innovative research record with promising future directions. Candidates may also provide evidence of how they meet the following preferred qualifications: ● Experience instructing, engaging, and mentoring students at the graduate and/or undergraduate level. ● Experience writing compelling proposals for external funding. ● A record of outreach to and impact on schools, local communities, businesses, or other groups not often involved in information science. ● Experience working collaboratively with faculty, students, and staff from different disciplines, cultures, and academic backgrounds. Apply at https://arizona.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/17971, uploading the following documents within your application: ● Curriculum Vitae ● Cover Letter (preferred length: <1 page) ● In the first Additional Document slot: a Research Statement (preferred length: 1-2 pages). ● In the second Additional Document slot: a Statement of Teaching Philosophy (preferred length: 1-2 pages). ● In the third Additional Document slot: Reference Contact List with a minimum of three professional references and their contact information. References will only be called after a campus visit. *Review of applications will begin on 1 Dec 2023.* The School of Information <https://ischool.arizona.edu/> is a standalone academic unit at the University of Arizona. School of Information faculty explore the intersections of people, data, and technology, with faculty focused on artificial intelligence and data science working side-by-side with those in focused on information behavior and societal change. The School of Information offers nine degree programs, covering areas from machine learning to digital archive curation to game design, and including undergraduate, masters, and doctoral degrees. The University of Arizona <https://www.arizona.edu/> is an R1 <https://carnegieclassifications.acenet.edu/carnegie-classification/classifi…> (very high research activity) institution, a Hispanic serving institution ( HSI <https://sites.ed.gov/hispanic-initiative/hispanic-serving-institutions-hsis/>), and the state’s only public land grant university <https://www.aplu.org/about-us/history-of-aplu/what-is-a-land-grant-universi…>. University of Arizona benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; innovative work-life programs <https://lifework.arizona.edu/> to help families; relocation services <https://lifework.arizona.edu/relocation>; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The UA and the City of Tucson offer many opportunities for families to be employed at the same location. At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As an Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness. --- Zack Lischer-Katz Assistant Professor University of Arizona

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Multiple PhD and MSc positions at ETS, University of Quebec, Montreal in Multimedia and Networks
by Leivadeas, Aris 17 Nov '23

17 Nov '23

Dear colleagues, Multiple MSc and PhD positions are available at the École de Technologie supérieure (ÉTS), University of Quebec, Montreal, Canada, in the area of immersive video transmission over 5G networks. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in at least two of the following domains: immersive video, 5G, networking, virtualization, Machine Learning, and optimization. The candidate is expected to do short-term internships at a leading immersive video industrial partner. Requirements for the PhD positions: * A MSc degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline * Excellent writing, communication and presentation skills in English * Any publications related to the advertisement topic will be considered as a plus Requirements for the MSc positions: * A BSc degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline * Excellent writing, communication and presentation skills in English We are committed to create a large, multi-diverse and multi-cultural team where differences are valued and respected, thus we strongly encourage applications from women engineers, minorities, individuals with disabilities and LGBTIQA+. Interested applicants please email a CV along with a one-page cover letter to aris.leivadeas(a)etsmtl.ca<mailto:aris.leivadeas@etsmtl.ca>. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. The candidates are expected to start summer or autumn 2024. Aris Leivadeas | Associate Professor Department of Software and IT Engineering École de technologie supérieure | University of Quebec 1100, rue Notre-Dame Ouest, office A-3415 Montréal (Québec) H3C 1K3 Tel. 514 396-8860 | etsmtl.ca<http://etsmtl.ca/> Find us on Facebook<http://www.facebook.com/etsmtl> - Twitter<http://twitter.com/etsmtl> - YouTube<http://www.youtube.com/user/etsmtl> - LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/school/etsmtl/>

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Call for Abstracts: "AI-Experiences and Public Safety"
by Majsa Storbeck 17 Nov '23

17 Nov '23

Dear Colleagues, We are pleased to extend an invitation for contributions to a symposium on Surveillance Experiences in the Age of AI. Hosted by Erasmus University, this event is an excellent opportunity for scholars and experts to discuss and share their insights on the ever-evolving role of AI in public safety. Please see the call below. Kind regards, Dutch Surveillance Studies **** Call for abstracts: AI-Experiences and Public Safety International and transdisciplinary symposium on surveillance experiences April 8th - 9th 2024, at the Erasmus University Rotterdam, the Netherlands. The widespread integration of AI into surveillance technologies within the realm of public safety has become increasingly prevalent, exemplified by the likes of biometric and emotional recognition, anomaly detection, DNA banks, crowd control, round-the-clock monitoring, and other forms of data-intensive surveillance. This phenomenon prompts crucial inquiries into its effects on the human experience. The ambition of the symposium is to explore the multidimensional facets of AI-surveillance and its implications for public safety – encompassing beyond its technological and judicial issues to its emotional, social, and cultural contours. Building on the research in surveillance and AI, the aim of the symposium is to explore how AI-surveillance is experienced by individuals who define, judge, and have emotions related to being watched or being a watcher. The symposium will provide a platform for researchers, practitioners, artists and experts from various fields to share insights, findings, and perspectives related to the intersection of AI, surveillance, public safety and human experiences. Potential topics include, but are not limited to the following topics: * Cultural and social dimensions: Explore the intersection of AI-surveillance with cultural, social and historical contexts, encompassing gender, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+ experiences, citizens' viewpoints and children's perspectives across various surveillance practices. * Chilling effects: Delve into the repercussions and consequences of AI- surveillance on individuals and societies at large, and how AI-surveillance may create chilling effects, wherein individuals alter their behavior out of concern for potential consequences. * Resistance: Explore inventive tactics of individuals and groups to counter AI-surveillance, revealing the evolving landscape of resistance, including counter-surveillance and gamification techniques. * Inequality: Scrutinize the connection between AI-surveillance, algorithmic bias, and societal inequalities, highlighting the reproduction of social, economic, and political inequalities. * Socio-technological imagination: Explore the ways in which AI-surveillance can be designed in human-centric ways that amplify public safety by fostering greater care and trust. The deadline for proposals is January 15st, 2024. E-mail in a single, combined pdf file (file name = your name) the following to storbeck(a)law.eur.nl<mailto:storbeck@law.eur.nl>: title, short abstract no longer than 500 words, in English. The symposium is free of charge and has limited spaces. Please feel free to contact us with any questions. Marc Schuilenburg (Erasmus University / AI MAPS) - schuilenburg(a)law.eur.nl<mailto:schuilenburg@law.eur.nl> Majsa Storbeck (Erasmus University / AI MAPS) - storbeck(a)law.eur.nl<mailto:storbeck@law.eur.nl> Martijn Wessels (Erasmus University / TNO) – wessels(a)law.eur.nl<mailto:wessels@law.eur.nl> Join us at Erasmus University in April 2024 to engage in thought-provoking discussions that explore the intricate relationship between surveillance, chilling impacts, new technologies, and their consequences. We look forward to your participation. Sincerely, Dutch Surveillance Studies https://nlsurveillancestudies.wordpress.com/

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