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One- Visiting Assistant Professor of Science, Technology, and Society

Job in Waterville, Kennebec County, Maine, 04901, USA

Listing for: Top 2 Percent Scientists

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-23

Job specializations:

Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 70000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 70000.00 YEAR

Position: One-Year Visiting Assistant Professor of Science, Technology, and Society

Visiting Assistant Professor (one-year, 2026–27 academic year)

Department: Science, Technology, and Society (STS), Colby College.

Teaching Responsibilities

Teaching load includes:

Introduction to STS
STS Methods
Advanced Topics in STS (senior seminar)
One upper-level elective fulfilling the "Technoscience, Ethics, Justice" requirement

Colby values active learning and inclusive teaching. Candidates are encouraged to collaborate with campus centers in AI, public policy, entrepreneurship, and human rights.

Qualifications

PhD expected by September 1, 2027
Ability to teach and conduct research in STS with a critical, multidisciplinary perspective on science and technology
Engagement with Colby’s initiatives in AI, data science, engineering, public health, and liberal arts

Required Materials

Cover letter
Curriculum vitae
Teaching philosophy statement
1–2 sample syllabi
Three professional references

Application

Submit applications via Interfolio:

Review of applications:
Begins January 16, 2026, and continues until filled.

Contact

Professor Evan Randles, Chair, evan.randles

Location

Waterville, Maine, USA

Equal Opportunity Statement

Colby College is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications from underrepresented groups, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged.

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