Dear colleagues, Come work with us in sunny Tucson, Arizona! Please share this TT position in digital curation at the University of Arizona's iSchool. Assistant Professor, Digital Curation and Preservation (Tenure Track) School of Information (iSchool) University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ Follow this link for a complete position description and to submit your application: https://arizona.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/6980?c=arizona POSITION DESCRIPTION The School of Information at the University of Arizona seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor with a record of research in digital curation and preservation to begin in mid-August, 2022. We are especially interested in candidates who are well-versed in both quantitative and qualitative methodologies, those with interest in academic leadership roles (e.g., program supervision, student advising), and/or those who bring a record of working on interdisciplinary/transdisciplinary funded grant teams. This position will include teaching responsibilities at both undergraduate and graduate levels and across online and face to face formats. The successful applicant will have ideally developed a strong track record of excellence in teaching and academic citizenry. APPLICANTS WITH RESEARCH OR TEACHING INTERESTS IN ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING AREAS ARE ESPECIALLY WELCOME: Curation and management of scientific and research data Digital preservation infrastructures, systems, or tools Cyberinfrastructures Digital archives Archives, access, and preservation with historically marginalized communities Impact of digitization and digital access Access systems, aggregation, and linked open data Computational techniques in analyzing archival collections REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Ph.D. in information sciences or related area (applicants in the process of completing their Ph.D. may apply but the degree must be awarded on/by position start date) Evidence of ability to develop a record of research productivity Evidence of ability to instruct students at the graduate and/or undergraduate level Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, and staff from a wide range of disciplines, cultures and academic backgrounds is essential. ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience in academic leadership roles (e.g., program supervision, student advising, administrative duties within an academic unit) is preferred. Experience in teaching classes related to quantitative methods, qualitative methods, organization of information, digital curation, digital archives, digital preservation, and/or database development and management. Experience with interdisciplinary or transdisciplinary funded grant teams. ABOUT THE SCHOOL The School of Information is an academic unit and a professional school in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS) at the University of Arizona, the state’s only public land grant university. The School of Information aims to inspire interdisciplinary understanding, diverse interpretation, creation, and use of the emerging knowledge and information environments of the 21st century through innovative instruction and state-of-the-art technology. The School is a place for the interdisciplinary study of information, broadly conceived, and is focused on preparing students for living, thinking, and working in the digital age. The School of Information offers nine degree programs and a series of graduate certificates in archival studies and digital curation, among others. The School has highly ranked on-campus and online degree programs, with a normal teaching load of two graduate courses per semester for tenure track/tenured faculty. For more information about the School of Information programs and degrees, please visit: https://ischool.arizona.edu/ Outstanding UA 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; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here. DIVERSITY STATEMENT 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 and a Native American/Alaska Native-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. APPLICATION INFORMATION AND PROCEDURES Apply Here: https://arizona.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/6980?c=arizona Please upload the following documents within your application: Curriculum Vitae Single-page Cover Letter In the first Additional Document slot: a Statement of Teaching Philosophy which should address the role of diversity and inclusion in your teaching as well as explain how you engage underrepresented learners. In the second Additional Document slot: Reference Contact List with a minimum of three professional references and their contact information. Review of applications will begin November 1 and continue until the position is filled.