Assistant Professor in Anthropology of Data Science (Research & Education) (ANT_01) - Durham Assistant Professors at Durham Assistant Professors on the Education and Research track are encouraged to focus on research and teaching, but are also expected to engage in wider citizenship to enhance their own development, support their department and discipline, and contribute to the wider student experience. Academic colleagues are supported to publish excellent research in their area of interest with a focus on high quality outputs (including monographs and journal articles), rather than quantity. We aim to support your research needs, including practical help such as resources to attend conferences and to fund research activities, as well as a generous research leave policy and a designated mentor. Durham University is also committed to ensuring outstanding teaching quality, stimulating learning environments, and innovative curricula for all our students. You will be supported to develop your teaching expertise and skills. We are confident that our recruitment process allows us to attract and select the best talent to Durham. We, therefore, offer a reduced probation period of 1 year for our Assistant Professors and thereafter, subject to satisfactory performance, your position will be confirmed as permanent. Applicants must demonstrate high quality research in the field of Anthropology, with the ability to teach our students to an exceptional standard and to fully engage in the services, citizenship and values of the University. We strive to provide a working and teaching environment that is inclusive and welcoming and where everyone is treated fairly with dignity and respect. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate these key principles as part of the assessment process. Key responsibilities: To pursue research that is high quality in terms of originality, significance and rigour. To develop clear plans for the pursuit of national and international funding opportunities to support research and end-user engagement. To play a role in relevant teaching and research supervision, and contribute to ongoing curriculum development. To lead on and teach a module offering anthropologically-informed critical perspectives on Data Science to students on Durham University\\\'s interdisciplinary Masters in Data Science programme. Contribute to enhancing the quality of the research environment in the Department, the wider University and beyond through collaborative research activity. Demonstrate a willingness to contribute to the administrative work, citizenship and values of the Department. To deliver lectures, seminars and tutorials at undergraduate and taught postgraduate levels, as well as engaging in related activity such as assessment.To fully engage in and enhance the values of the Department.To contribute to attracting and supervising research students, and to enhance the Department\\\'s commitment to its vibrant and inclusive postgraduate culture. Carry out other duties as specified by the Head of Department.