Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Information Science
National Institute for Civil Discourse
Tucson, AZ, USA
| Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Information Science | |
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| Posting Number | req25315 |
| Department | Information Science |
| Department Website Link | https://infosci.arizona.edu/ |
| Location | Tucson Campus |
| Address | Tucson, AZ USA |
| Position Highlights | This position supports interdisciplinary research projects by helping plan, manage, and carry out research activities. The role includes writing reports, research papers, and grant proposals; working with professionals and community partners; and supervising students and research assistants. The role will include designing and implementing educational or outreach programs with digital technology, including but not limited to AI; analyzing user behaviors, perceptions, and learning outcomes with computational and/or mixed methods; and publishing in major conferences and journals in information and learning sciences. Other related tasks may be assigned as needed. Join a supportive, interdisciplinary research team; receive one-on-one, career-focused mentorship; access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources; and gain the skills and experience needed for an independent academic career! Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to U of A 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. |
| Duties & Responsibilities |
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
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| Preferred Qualifications | |
| FLSA | Exempt |
| Full Time/Part Time | Full Time |
| Number of Hours Worked per Week | 40 |
| Job FTE | 1.0 |
| Work Calendar | Fiscal |
| Job Category | Research |
| Benefits Eligible | Yes - Full Benefits |
| Rate of Pay | NIH Salary Guidelines, Depends on Experience |
| Compensation Type | salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) |
| Type of criminal background check required: | Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
| Target Hire Date | 3/30/2026 |
| Expected End Date | |
| Contact Information for Candidates | Dr. Xiao Hu Associate Professor xiaohu@arizona.edu |
| Open Date | 3/3/2026 |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Documents Needed to Apply | Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Two Additional Documents |
| Special Instructions to Applicant | Please submit your CV and cover letter. In the first additional document slot, upload a research statement. In the second additional document slot, upload a writing sample. |
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