Four doctoral posts in cultural and social studies (media research) are available at the University of Siegen in the German Research Foundation (DFG) Graduate School, “Locating Media”, for the fixed-term period of three years, with the possibility for extension.

The Graduate School “Locating Media” was set up in 2012 and has focused on researching historical and current media practices ‘in motion’ and ‘in situ’. The main objective of “Locating Media” is to facilitate a methodological re-orientation of interdisciplinary media research by engaging with locational and situational analyses and the development of new methods for the analysis and design of mobile digital media. In the second phase of funding, the existing expertise in ethnographic methodologies will be expanded to include digital and mobile methods, to investigate the increased mobility and distributed spatiality of media and data processes.

The German Research FoundaLon (DFG) Graduate School provides an international environment for inventive and interdisciplinary media research by offering an intensive training programme, joint events with collaboration partners, training in relevant ethnographic, digital and mobile methods and the possibility of field research and research abroad. The research program will be realised in close collaboration with international partners and supporters, such as the Digital Ethnography Research Centre in Melbourne (RMIT), the Digital Methods Initiative (University of Amsterdam), the Centre for Interdisciplinary Methodologies (Warwick University), Centre for Science Studies and Mobilities Lab at Lancaster University and other collaborators.

Job description:

• independent conceptual design and implementation of a research project in one of the subject areas of Locating Media
• participation in the Graduate School events including workshops, international conferences, intensive workshops and summer schools
• regular presentation of interim findings of individual research projects during internal events (Research Colloquium, Lecture Series) and conferences
• ongoing media research in Siegen, for instance the collaborative research centre 1187 “Media of Cooperation”, provides a stimulating environment. The opportunity for this is provided within the scope of official duties.

Qualifications:

• a relevant postgraduate degree (Magister, Master or Diploma) in one of the following areas of study: media studies, ethnology, geography, history, information science, science of art, cultural studies, literary studies, linguistics, political science, sociology or Science and Technology Studies
• outstanding scholarly achievements
• research project in one of the areas of study listed above (5-page project prospectus including timetable)
• interest in media research methods as well as an affinity for interdisciplinary research
• willingness to participate in the international event programme of the Graduate School.

Deadline: March 31

The University of Siegen is an equal opportunity employer. The University facilitates a viable combination of professional and family needs.

For further information, please contact Herr Dr. Pablo Abend – abend@locaLngmedia.uni-siegen.de

To Apply: send the following to address below, include reference number: 2016/I/LocaLng Media/WM/270

• CV
• copies of diplomas and certificates
• letters of recommendation from a professor concerning the research project
• approx. 10-page project prospectus, including task schedule) in duplicate

Dr. Pablo Abend,
Universität Siegen,
DFG-Graduiertenkolleg “Locating Media”,
Artur-Woll-Haus, Am Eichenhang 50,
57076 Siegen, Germany.

Data & Society Research Institute is seeking a dynamic and expert individual to manage our research and intervention efforts on a project focused on the role of technology in the manipulation of institutions and information intermediaries. This position is based out of our New York City office, and starts immediately.

Manipulation Project: Understanding How Systems are Gamed

While technologies are often created with the best of intentions, they are often used in ways that dismay their creators. As data-driven and social technologies – and the companies that produce them – become more powerful, so do the individuals and groups attempting to undermine or manipulate tech to advance other agendas. From cybersecurity to spam and search engine optimization to the manipulation of mainstream media, we must confront the weaknesses and fault lines that appear in a technology and data-driven society.

At Data & Society, the Manipulation Project seeks to understand the mechanisms by which adversarial attacks on institutions and information intermediaries wreak havoc on countless systems, undermine trust in society, and destroy key mechanisms of social infrastructure– and the subsequent socio-technical implications. Conversations about topics like “fake news” or AI-powered bots fail to account for how and why systems can easily be gamed. This project aims to cut through the hype around these issues, and understand vulnerabilities in socio-technical systems that go beyond security and privacy. How can systems be manipulated? And what are the implications of that kind of manipulation?

Responsibilities:

• Daily management of a team of 4-5 researchers, including oversight of workplans, project schedule, deliverables, and project budget.
• Develop overall research project strategy in collaboration with Data & Society leadership
• Coordinate a network of ~20 scholars, journalists, and researchers to strategically share insights, data, and frames.
• Manage team resources proactively, identifying new staffing needs as necessary.
• Develop and own the process of providing regular written and verbal briefings to key stakeholders in civil society, media, and industry.
• Build and maintain a map of academic and advocacy work happening within and beyond the D&S network on these issues, and track the arguments and discussions taking place in various venues.
• Work closely with our research, programs, and communications teams to ensure that our research is being strengthened through engagement with stakeholders, and disseminated in appropriate formats to key decision-makers.
• Develop a trusting relationship with scholars, knowing when to shine a spotlight on them and their work and when to step in to help with translation.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholder groups in this space.
• Balance between advancing a longer-term strategy and responding to unforeseen but highly relevant events.

Qualifications:

• A passion for supporting research and researchers to work towards advancing knowledge collectively.
• Extensive project management experience in fast-paced knowledge production environments.
• Deep familiarity with debates related to those currently emerging under frames like “fake news” and media manipulation.
• Experience connecting research findings to advocacy and/or policy recommendations (including using research to challenge approaches being taken).
• Comfort and experience working between business/tech industry actors, government, civil society, and research.
• A high level of comfort with digital security tools (e.g., PGP, Tor, Signal, etc.).
• Excellent writing and editing skills; public speaking skills a plus.
• Willingness to play a visible leadership role in representing Data & Society’s work and broader research network to other audiences.

We expect that the right candidate for this position is mid-career and has spent a 5-7 years in a technology company, media institution, or research institute/think tank, and has managed investigative or research teams in the past.

Deadline: Monday, April 3, 2017

Full position posting and application details

To Apply: please submit the following to jobs@datasociety.net

1. A cover letter explaining your interest in this role, how you learned about this opportunity, how you approach project management of research efforts, and how you see the issue of manipulation unfolding at the intersection of technology and society today.
(Please also include the names, affiliations, and email addresses of two references)
2. Your resume/CV

The work and wellbeing of Data & Society is strengthened by the diversity of our network and our differences in background, and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, age, creed, color, culture, experience, national origin, religion or ancestry, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ability, pregnancy, and more. We welcome applications from people of color, women, the LGBTQIA community, and persons with disabilities. In addition to federal law requirements, Data & Society complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Data & Society Research Institute is a creative and eclectic community filled with passionate people working to generate and amplify incisive original research. We are seeking a Communications Manager to aid the Director of Communications by managing the day-to-day priorities of the communications team and implementing processes for our internal and external relations projects. This position is based out of our New York City office, starts this spring, and reports to the Director of Communications.

Responsibilities:

• Manage internal workflows with Asana, calendars, and schedules that provide clear benchmarks for team;
• Track internal drafts for research staff (e.g. white papers, op-eds, on-spec material, pitches) and provide copyediting to drafts and products;
• Circulate internal status updates to keep researchers and staff apprised of upcoming communications deadlines, launches, and works-in-progress;
• Manage the “Points” blog on Medium by refining drafts, tracking contributors, and maintaining and communicating an editorial calendar in consultation with the Director of Communications;
• Manage the day-to-day work of a Communications Assistant and Design Lead, soliciting and managing contractors on an as-needed basis (e.g., graphic and interactive designers, multimedia producers, and copyeditors);
• Monitor internal communications lists and conversation channels (e.g., Slack) to track shifting priorities and substantive debates amid our research teams and themes;
• Advise the Director of Communications on how internal developments affect project timelines and overall communications strategy;
• Ensure that the Data & Society mission and identity is clear, accessible, and intuitive in external output.

• Provision media training and coaching for researchers;
• Organize workshops to share Data & Society’s insights with journalists and other media professionals;
• Provide additional editorial support to op-ed drafts developed by expert researchers.

Qualifications:

• Deep experience in project and people management, with increasing levels of responsibility;
• Evidenced professional familiarity with the tech sector, writ large;
• Experience coordinating complex media campaigns and communication outputs for specialist audiences, especially in the technology sector or in academia;
• Ability to work independently, spot opportunities, and move quickly to take advantage of them;
• Excellent writer and editor. Experience managing digital editorial projects a distinct plus.

Deadline: Friday, March 31, 2017

Full position posting and application details

To Apply: submit the following to jobs@datasociety.net

1. A cover letter explaining your interest in this role, how you learned about this opportunity, your background in managing teams and projects in the past, and why you would be a good fit for this position. Please include how you came to learn about this positon, as well as the name, affiliation, and contact information for two professional references.
2. Your resume/CV

The work and wellbeing of Data & Society is strengthened by the diversity of our network and our differences in background, and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, age, creed, color, culture, experience, national origin, religion or ancestry, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ability, pregnancy, and more. We welcome applications from people of color, women, the LGBTQIA community, and persons with disabilities. In addition to federal law requirements, Data & Society complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

• Support, guide, and model the incorporation of research-based best practices in the application of connected learning principles and technologies when planning learning experiences
• Consult with faculty members to develop a grounded understanding of instructional approaches, course design challenges and scholarly interests
• Collaboratively design and develop learning opportunities and programs for faculty focused on instructional methods, teaching strategies, and the effective use of currently available tools and technologies to enhance learning
• Develop instructional materials and support resources for the meaningful use of digital and instructional technologies in a variety of learning contexts
• Manage and participate in team-based project work that involves faculty, staff, ITS colleagues, librarians and student media consultants
• Build strong collaborative relationships with colleagues on the Learning and Applied Innovation team, the library and the Colgate Center for Learning, Teaching and Research (CLTR)
• Regularly engage with information (research, blogs, networked communities) related to technology-enhanced teaching and learning to inform practice.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, instructional design, educational technology or related field or a combination of education and experience from which comparable skills are attained
• minimum of three (3) years combined teaching experience (K-12 or college)
• broad knowledge of the application of technology to enhance teaching, learning and research
• demonstrated experience assisting with the effective use of technology in traditional and technology-enabled learning environments using skills recommended to facilitate adult learning
• demonstrated and broad experience integrating web-based learning tools in educational contexts, combined with a strong understanding of the application of connected learning principles and technologies (e.g., new / social media, participatory culture, distributed communities of practice, digital scholarship)
• demonstrated and strong knowledge of instructional design principles and practices (e.g., needs assessment, task analysis, activity design, rapid prototyping, evaluation)
• demonstrated working knowledge of course design principles, and the planning of learning experiences

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in education, instructional design, educational technology or related field
• Five (5) or more years’ experience working with clients in instructional design or educational development in a university setting
• Experience designing and conducting program evaluations and/or research studies
• Experience participating in large initiatives across an entire organization through consultation, facilitation, and training.

Position open until filled

Full position posting and application details

The State Center Community College District at Fresno City College in California seeks a Theater Arts Scenic/Lighting Design Instructor to begin in August, 2017

Essential Teaching Duties:

• scenic and lighting design, stagecraft, technical theater practicums and theater appreciation
• design and construction of scenery, design and hanging of lights for three major theater productions and light design for a dance production
• curriculum development and revisions, including student learning outcomes through mentoring and supervision
• oversee the scene shop and provide technical directions for the above productions
• mentor and oversee technical theater students and otherwise fulfill the duties and responsibilities as required by the instructional staff as required
• participate actively in disciplines, department activities, and the general intellectual life and governance of the college

Minimum Qualifications:

• MFA in drama, theater arts, or performance OR bachelors or bachelor of fine arts degree in any of the above and masters degree in comparative literature, English, communication studies, speech, literature, or humanities; OR a valid California Community College credential; OR the equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency)
• demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience teaching set and lighting design and stage construction
• Knowledge and/or experience teaching theater application
• Substantial ability with theatrical set design and construction, including staging, scenic, structural and rigging design for theater
• Substantial ability in theatrical lighting design and installation, including intelligent lighting instruments, F/X lighting, coloring, and projections for the theater
• Knowledge of the community college and its mission and goals
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students and staff
• Related work and professional experience for contribution to institutional vitality and growth.

Closing Date: 3/28/2017 at 11:55 PM

Full position posting and application details

Application Procedure: include the following in your online application:

• Transcripts (Unofficial copies accepted – must indicate conferred degree(s) that support the minimum qualifications)
• Three letters of Recommendation
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Application