Assistant Professor in Technology and Society: Responsible AI

Position Overview

The Department of Technology and Society (DTS) at Stony Brook University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position specializing in Responsible AI. We are seeking a scholar with a background in computer science or a related technical field, whose research addresses the ethical, societal, and policy dimensions of artificial intelligence. The successful candidate will join a dynamic department committed to shaping AI development and deployment in ways that are technically sound, transparent, fair, accountable, human-centered, and aligned with societal well-being.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will conduct innovative research in Responsible AI with an aim to publish in top-tier conferences and journals, and will develop and teach interdisciplinary courses on AI’s societal impacts, including ethics, fairness, and policy. The candidate will lead externally funded projects in AI governance, societal impacts, and technical advancements, collaborate with colleagues across disciplines, including computer science, political science, and public policy, and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, training the next generation of ethical AI researchers and practitioners.

Qualifications

Candidates should hold a PhD in a relevant field, such as Responsible AI, data science, computer science, public policy, ethics, or social sciences, with a strong research agenda focused on the ethical and societal impacts of AI informed by a solid understanding of the underlying technologies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate potential for excellence in both research and teaching and show experience or a strong interest in interdisciplinary collaboration.

We anticipate the employment application to be accessible in the near future.  Contact Rita Reagan-Redko at rita.reagan-redko@stonybrook.edu or Marypat Taveras marypat.taveras@stonybrook.edu for more information.