Job listing · University of Rochester
Assistant Professor, Ethics of Artificial Intelligence.
Department of Philosophy, University of Rochester, Rochester, New York
Tenure-track · 2-2 teaching load · $90,000–$120,000 · Full consideration by 1 November 2026
The position
AOS: Ethics of Artificial Intelligence
The Department of Philosophy at the University of Rochester invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor working on the ethics of artificial intelligence. We welcome candidates with outstanding research potential who can work productively with colleagues and doctoral students in and beyond the AOS. We are looking for a researcher who works on normative questions about artificial intelligence, broadly construed. We will look closely at any research program examining ethical, social, political, or any other normative dimensions and consequences of any major aspect of artificial intelligence (including but not limited to safety, alignment, fairness, privacy, and economic impact). Excellence in teaching at diverse levels of instruction is essential, and consideration will be given to candidates’ potential for collaboration with colleagues in other disciplines.
The University of Rochester is a selective private R1 institution. Course load: 2-2, plus doctoral supervision and normal departmental service. The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $120,000.
Qualifications
PhD by time of appointment.
Application instructions
Candidates should submit a cover letter, writing sample, c.v., and three confidential letters of recommendation. Apply at apply.interfolio.com/193884.
Applications received by 1 November 2026 will receive full consideration. Direct inquiries to Philosophy Department Chair, Paul Audi, at paul.audi@rochester.edu.