[Linganth] TT Job opening -- AI and Anthropology - Rice University

[Ilana Gershon]

Dear Colleagues,

I am thrilled to announce that Rice University's anthropology department is
hiring an anthropologist of AI.  Please circulate this ad to anyone who
might be appropriate.

The Department of Anthropology at Rice University (Houston, Texas), invites
applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor
to begin July 1, 2027.

We seek a cultural anthropologist whose research examines artificial
intelligence as a social, cultural, political, ethical, and material issue,
and who contributes to ongoing interdisciplinary conversations about the
societal implications of algorithmic systems, data infrastructures, and
automation writ large. This position is part of a cluster hire initiative
across the university focused on the responsible use and development of
AI.  We are particularly interested in candidates whose research agendas
examine the impact and intersection of AI with medical anthropology,
disability studies, environmental impacts, surveillance studies,
communication, media and semiotics, design anthropology, and anthropology
of work but will also consider other research agendas focused on the
broader social implications of AI.  The geographical area of focus is open
and should complement the department’s existing faculty expertise. The
candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses.

Candidates must currently have a Ph.D. or complete the Ph.D. by July 1,
2027. The application deadline is October 15, 2026. A complete application
must include a cover letter outlining the candidate’s research, teaching
trajectory and future plans; a curriculum vitae; one writing sample that
directly engages with AI; and contact information for three references.
The use of AI to generate application texts or ideas is proscribed.  All
materials should be submitted using https://apply.interfolio.com/193004.
Please address any questions to the Search committee chair, Prof. Ilana
Gershon - igershon at rice.edu
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