Jobs & Opportunities
- Faculty
Associate Professor of Data Science
The University of Chicago invites applications for tenured faculty positions at the rank of Associate Professor in the area of Data Science. Appointments may be made in either the Department of Computer Science or the Department of Statistics, jointly between Statistics and Computer Science, or jointly with another department in the University. Members of the faculty are expected to lead research programs that will produce significant contributions to a field, and teach and mentor at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Assistant Professor of Data Science
The University of Chicago invites applications for tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Data Science. Appointments may be made in either the Department of Computer Science or the Department of Statistics, jointly between Statistics and Computer Science, or jointly with another department in the University. Members of the faculty are expected to lead research programs that will produce significant contributions to a field, and teach and mentor at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.
- Postdoctoral
Data and Democracy Postdoctoral Scholar
The Data Science Institute (DSI) at the University of Chicago invites applications for Data and Democracy Postdoctoral Scholars who wish to advance data science research in the systems and mechanisms of democracy. The Data and Democracy Lab seeks to train a new generation of research leaders through a postdoctoral program that will position them strongly to develop and execute research grounded in the practical study of representative democracy. These “hybrid” positions begin with a year in residence at the Data and Democracy Lab at UChicago which will be focused on acquiring skills, developing a research agenda, and co-authoring scholarly papers. Upon renewal, this is followed by a year of field work placement in a role akin to research director at a partner organization, with a final year back in person in Chicago. Examples of partner organizations include More Equitable Democracy (a prominent nonprofit organization in Seattle) and the Charles Hamilton Houston Institute and Election Law Clinic (both at Harvard Law School). Fellows will remain employed by UChicago while in their placement. The field work will build skills in research design and broad-based communication.
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.
- Graduate
DSI Cluster Summer Research Assistant
The Data Science Institute is hiring a part-time (up to 20 hours a week) student research assistant for the summer. This position would start in mid-June and last approximately three months into August, though there can be some negotiation on specific dates.
More specifically this role will be working on the following initiatives:
- Research reporting: The DSI HPC GPU Cluster is used as the basis for a large number of research studies by faculty and students, but currently we do not document those proceedings of acknowledge them. We need to come up with a plan to uncover and publicize studies that have used this cluster.
- Cluster User documentation: The documentation around users’ needs to be updated and fixed.
- If time allows: there are multiple software engineering projects that may also be completed, including: helping build our ticketing, CRM and other systems as well as working on some web development projects.
Click here for more information and to apply today.
Data Science & Engineering Research Assistant
The DSI is seeking a Research Assistant to assist with research and development projects for social impact and partner organizations, specifically around developing tools for understanding data centers.
Key responsibilities include:
- Building case studies around the environmental impact of Data Centers.
- Developing robust software in
- Identifying potential data sources, scrapping them and leveraging NLP techniques (including LLMs) to extract structured information from them
Click here for more information and to apply today.
MS in Applied Data Science
Our Online and In-Person degree will advance your career in the exciting field of data science. Rigorous classes, expert instructors, leading-edge technology, and an unparalleled network support your student experience as a full- or part-time learner.
MS in Computational Analysis and Public Policy (MSCAPP)
A rigorous, two-year program offered jointly by the Harris School of Public Policy and the UChicago Department of Computer Science. MSCAPP students work with external social impact organizations through our Data Science Clinic and Community Data Fellows program.
MS in Data Science
The Master’s in Data Science (MSDS) has been developed for students interested in pursuing a research career in data science with courses taught by faculty from the departments of statistics, computer science, and many other departments across the university.
MBA/MS in Applied Data Science
Earn a high-powered joint degree at the intersection of business and technology. An MBA and Applied Data Science degree equips you to bridge the gap between tech and management and provide effective leadership in data-centric environments.
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.
- Undergraduate
DSI Cluster Summer Research Assistant
The Data Science Institute is hiring a part-time (up to 20 hours a week) student research assistant for the summer. This position would start in mid-June and last approximately three months into August, though there can be some negotiation on specific dates.
More specifically this role will be working on the following initiatives:
- Research reporting: The DSI HPC GPU Cluster is used as the basis for a large number of research studies by faculty and students, but currently we do not document those proceedings of acknowledge them. We need to come up with a plan to uncover and publicize studies that have used this cluster.
- Cluster User documentation: The documentation around users’ needs to be updated and fixed.
- If time allows: there are multiple software engineering projects that may also be completed, including: helping build our ticketing, CRM and other systems as well as working on some web development projects.
Click here for more information and to apply today.
Data Science & Engineering Research Assistant
The DSI is seeking a Research Assistant to assist with research and development projects for social impact and partner organizations, specifically around developing tools for understanding data centers.
Key responsibilities include:
- Building case studies around the environmental impact of Data Centers.
- Developing robust software in
- Identifying potential data sources, scrapping them and leveraging NLP techniques (including LLMs) to extract structured information from them
Click here for more information and to apply today.
DSI Clerical Student Worker Opportunity – Summer 2026
DSI invites undergraduate students to apply to our Clerical Student Worker Opportunity. This position will run from late May 2026 to early September, with the potential to extend into the school year. The schedule for this position is four hours per day, Monday-Friday after the end of Spring Quarter; there is flexibility in scheduling for an individual who starts in the position prior to the end of Spring Quarter. Support DSI personnel by managing basic administrative procedures at various DSI locations on campus. This includes but is not limited to: assisting personnel and visitors, monitoring and stocking inventory, notifying personnel of facility concerns, monitoring shared spaces, ad hoc assistance on a variety of tasks and projects, assisting with basic event set ups/clean up, and various other administrative tasks as assigned.
Click here to learn more. Interested students should apply via this form and be sure to include their resume.
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.
- Staff
Data Science Clinic and Technical Research Team Administrator
The University of Chicago Data Science Institute is looking for an outstanding candidate to contribute to the success of the Data Science Clinic and Technical Research Team. Aimed at candidates whose passion lies in developing innovative data science and AI solutions to real-world problems, this position offers the opportunity to work on projects in partnership with social impact organizations, government, industry and research groups.
The Data Science Clinic and Technical Research Team work hand in hand on data science and AI projects across research, application development and instruction. This position will work closely with these teams and the external project partners. Successful candidates will be assisting in all aspects of project and partnership management, this includes developing strategy, budget tracking as well as other general administrative tasks including scheduling and event coordination.
This position is ideal for people interested in the intersection of data science and AI and social impact work. From directly executing projects for nonprofits to capacity building with training-focused activities, this position will have an important effect on the direction and execution of our work.
Systems Administrator 3
The Data Science Institute (DSI) Tech staff is responsible for the design, operation, and security of all computing infrastructure within the Data Science Institute, including research computing systems, workstations, servers, storage, networking, and audiovisual environments. The Systems Administrator 3 is a mid-level systems professional who operates with minimal supervision and serves as a core technical contributor to the Institute’s IT operations.
This role is responsible for independently administering, maintaining, and improving DSI’s full IT environment, with a strong focus on high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure. The Systems Administrator 3 collaborates closely with senior technical staff, faculty, researchers, and external partners, and is expected to take ownership of complex systems, lead projects, and contribute to architectural decisions. The Systems Administrator 3 plays a key role in ensuring system reliability, performance, security, and scalability across the Institute’s computing resources.
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.