Position Description

Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q) invites applications for one (1) open-rank core faculty position in Data Science and Society.

The search is open to candidates with a Ph.D. or equivalent degree who have scholarly interests in the way people, organizations, and societies interact with information, technology, and data. We are particularly seeking scholars who have a demonstrated ability to conduct research on those topics as well as design and teach courses that explore the implications of these interactions for international affairs. Candidates will be considered from a variety of disciplines, including computer science, economics, sociology, political science, international relations, political economy, communications, public policy, law and legal studies, design, media studies, or related fields.

The successful candidate will contribute to the core curriculum of the Science, Technology, and International Affairs (STIA) major, including foundational instruction in programming, data analytics, and data visualization for undergraduates across disciplines.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. or equivalent degree in fields related to computational or data sciences and their applications in computer science, economics, sociology, political science, international relations, political economy, communications, public policy, law and legal studies, design, media studies, or related fields. Scholars specializing in technology and information in the context of international affairs as it applies to public policy, governance, security, regulation, or law are especially encouraged to apply.
• Demonstrated expertise in applying and teaching data science and/or computational social science using techniques such as (but not limited to) statistical analysis, geospatial analysis, textual analysis, automated content analysis, natural language processing, computer vision, remote sensing/satellite imagery, social network analysis, social media analysis, and machine learning.
• An active research agenda with a record of, or clear potential for, publication in internationally recognized venues.
• Excellence in teaching and mentoring, as shown by previous instructional experience and professional trajectory.
• A demonstrated ability to teach programming, data analytics, and data visualization. The ability to teach undergraduates from a range of academic backgrounds, including students with no prior computing experience, is highly desirable.

• Access to GU-Q faculty research funds.
• Eligibility for funding through the Qatar Research, Development, and Innovation Council (QRDI).
• Eligibility to apply for a summer research supplement equivalent to 2/9 of base salary.
• Generous conference travel funding and professional development resources.

Compensation and Benefits

GU-Q offers a highly competitive compensation package by U.S. academic standards, along with an exceptional expatriate benefits package that includes:

• Fully furnished, high-quality housing.
• Transportation allowance.
• Annual family home leave.
• Worldwide health insurance coverage.
• Private school tuition support for accompanying children.
• Additional relocation and onboarding assistance.

About Georgetown University in Qatar

GU-Q was established in 2005 alongside other elite international universities in Education City, in partnership with Qatar Foundation. GU-Q is an integral part of Georgetown University, delivering the renowned School of Foreign Service's Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service degree. Ranked first in the world in international relations by Foreign Policy magazine, this liberal arts program offers majors in International Politics, International History, Culture and Politics, International Economics, and Science, Technology, and International Affairs. The degree is awarded by Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. GU-Q is a research-focused, student-oriented institution with a globally competitive research and publications record. GU-Q values interdisciplinarity, and its faculty and students benefit from the opportunities offered by the wider academic ecosystem of Education City. For more information on GU-Q, see https://www.qatar.georgetown.edu.

Life in Qatar

Qatar offers a diverse, family-friendly living environment, with the cultural, educational, and recreational resources of a major global city. Public parks, beaches, sports facilities (including Education City's extensive sports venues), museums, cafes, and restaurants abound, and a state-of-the-art metro system connects all parts of Doha and nearby locations. Within Education City, the iconic Qatar National Library, designed by Rem Koolhaas, provides free membership to faculty and students. Faculty at GU-Q also benefit from a close-knit Georgetown community, strong institutional support, and regular coordination between Doha and Washington, D.C. While the early months of 2026 brought instability to the region, Doha remains one of the safest cities in the world, and Qatar continues to rank highly in the Global Peace Index. Doha is connected by direct flights to more than 160 destinations in 90 countries. This short video offers a glimpse of what it is like to teach and live in Qatar.

Application Process

Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should provide a cover letter detailing teaching and research interests, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy (no more than 500 words), evidence of teaching excellence (such as recent student course ratings, peer observation reports, etc.), and the names of three scholarly references.

All application materials must be submitted via Georgetown's online application management system at https://apply.interfolio.com/192433. Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted.

Questions about the online application system should be directed to Ms. Carina Lawson at cl978@georgetown.edu. Queries about the position should be directed to Professor Paul Musgrave at stiajobsearch2026@georgetown.edu. Please reference "Data Science & Society" in the subject line.