Position Description

Join Duke University as a Faculty Lead in Applied Technology Ethics

Are you a visionary leader passionate about shaping the future of applied technology ethics in higher education? Duke University invites dynamic individuals to apply for the position of Lecturing Fellow and Faculty Lead for the Applied Tech Ethics curriculum in the Duke Initiative for Science & Society.  In this role you will oversee experiential learning in the 10-week intensive summer Applied Ethics+ program, and you will teach 2 Ethical Tech practicum courses offered to Duke graduate and undergraduate students during the academic year.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

·   Industry Expertise: A seasoned professional with significant experience in applied ethics, technology governance, technology policy, or related fields. Real-world insights into industry trends are highly valued.

·   Academic Background: A JD, or PhD, MS, or MA in Applied Ethics, Technology Governance, Technology Policy, Technology Ethics, or a closely related field is strongly recommended. If finalist candidate does not have a terminal degree (e.g., JD, PhD), the Vice Provost for Interdisciplinary Studies will review the candidate’s alternative teaching qualifications prior to hire.

Skills:

·   Educational Expertise: Prior teaching experience in a higher education setting, coupled with the ability to contribute to or guide curriculum development, is essential.

·   Project Management Expertise:  Mastery of project scoping, definition, boundaries, exclusions and methodology such as Foresight Analysis.

·   Natural Networker: Forge meaningful connections with industry leaders, faculty, and participants to foster collaborations and partnerships.

·   People Management: Exhibit strong interpersonal skills to lead diverse teams and engage effectively with faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities:

As the Faculty Lead for Applied Tech Ethics curriculum, you will:

·   Lead Curriculum Development: Innovate and lead the creation of cutting-edge experiential learning opportunities for students centered around applied technology ethics, aligning with Duke's commitment to transforming teaching and learning.

·   Program Delivery: Provide instruction and training in new ethical frameworks and forecasting methods for the courses and programs, ensuring a transformative experience for students.

·   Network Building: Act as a liaison between Duke University and industry leaders, fostering partnerships that empower bold thinkers to address real-world challenges.

·   Curriculum Enhancement: Collaborate with faculty to enhance and craft curriculum, ensuring it remains at the forefront of technology ethics.

The Duke Initiative for Science & Society

The Duke Initiative for Science & Society is an interdisciplinary initiative that examines the wide-ranging and integral role of science in social institutions and culture. Science & Society integrates and fosters innovation in related research, education, and engagement at Duke by adopting a pluralistic approach to understanding how science, technology and human endeavors intersect with a specific focus on ethical, legal, and social implications for science. For more information, visit our website at http://www.scienceandsociety.duke.edu.   

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Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas – an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.