Teaching and Research Postdoctoral Fellow - Grefenstette Center for Ethics
Salary: $65,000salary
Benefits: The University offers generous benefits including paidtime off (holidays, holy days and vacation), employer matching contributions tothe retirement plan, and tuition benefits for employees and their eligible dependents.Learn more and explore benefits at www.duq.edu/benefits
Location: Grefenstette Center
Position Status: Full-time, 12 month position (Grant funded)
Hours: Varied
Position Number: 360432/10-1163
FLSA Status: Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Carl G. Grefenstette Center for Ethics in Science, Technology, and Lawseeks a one-year postdoctoral fellow to join a community of researchers at theintersection of critical technology studies, critical AI studies, communitytechnology, ethics, Christian theology, Catholic Social Teaching, and religiousethics more generally.
Funded by a grantfrom the Hillman Foundation, this postdoctoral fellow will work on asubstantial research project, as well as participate in the teaching life ofthe center. The role will involve co-teaching one class each semester plusteaching a solo class in Spring 2027, research (solo and collaborative), participating in Center events and programs,leading a colloquium on campus, assisting in the successful implementation ofCenter's mission and vision.
Applicants from all academic disciplines are encouraged to apply, including-butnot limited to- Catholic theology, Christian theology, computer science, historyand philosophy of science, philosophy, religious studies, science andtechnology studies, sociology. The program is open to U.S. and internationalpostdoctoral researchers.
The Teaching and Research Postdoctoral Fellow will receive $65,000 each year in salary, $1,000 each year in dedicatedresearch funds, $1,000 each year in conference travel funds, and DuquesneUniversity benefits.
This is aone-year position with a possibility of renewal.
Thisis a hybrid position, with regular on-campus work required.
Minimum qualifications:
Doctoral degree in Catholic theology, Christian theology, computerscience, history and philosophy of science, philosophy, religious studies, scienceand technology studies, sociology, or related field from an accredited educationalinstitution.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with theUniversity Community.
Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the Universityand to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. Themission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit ofservice, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and anecumenical campus community.
APPLICATIONINSTRUCTIONS:
Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, CV, a research proposal, andcontact information for three professional references.
Research proposal must follow thefollowing guidelines:
-Be no more than 2 single-spaced pages (not including references)
-Describe in general terms your planned research work, how it fits within the field, and its potential impact
-Include a possible course or courses to teach
-Include a public engagement aspect of your research
Review of applicants will begin inmid-May.
Duquesne University was founded in1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the Congregation of the HolySpirit. Duquesne University is Catholic in mission and ecumenical inspirit. Motivated by its Catholic identity, Duquesne values equality ofopportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer.