Jobs & Opportunities
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Faculty
Professor of Data Science
The University of Chicago invites applications for tenured faculty positions at the rank of Full 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.
Associate Professor, 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.
Instructional Professor (open rank) in Data Science
The Data Science Institute invites applications for the position of Instructional Professor (open rank) in the area of Data Science. The selected candidate will be appointed as Assistant Instructional Professor, Associate Instructional Professor, or Instructional Professor, depending on qualifications. Appointments will be made in the Data Science Institute. The appointment will be for a term of up to five years, renewable. This is a career-track position with potential progression, competitive salary, and benefits. This position is expected to begin on or around September 1, 2025. The terms and conditions of employment for this position are covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and the University.
Research Scientist
The Data Science Institute invites applications for the position of Research Scientist. The Research Scientist will join a dynamic research group focusing on projects in Data and Democracy. Primary responsibilities for this position include developing and conducting original research; curating and analyzing datasets; conducting literature reviews; co-authoring reports, manuscripts, and articles; interacting with students and other members of the broader DSI community in collaboration with the principal investigator (Moon Duchin). This position is expected to begin on or around September 1, 2025. The initial term of the appointment will be for one year, with the possibility of renewal for up to two additional years depending on project needs.
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.
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Postdoctoral
Data Science Preceptor
The University of Chicago’s Data Science Institute, in partnership with the City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), invites applications for the position of University of Chicago (UChicago) Data Science Preceptorship. The UChicago and CCC Preceptorship program will develop the next generation of teaching academics for data science, engineering, and computer science education. This unique program emphasizes pedagogical best practices and allows Preceptors, from a variety of STEM PhD backgrounds, the opportunity to broaden their classroom skills and enhance their teaching and scholarship portfolios with the support of UChicago and CCC faculty mentorship. As part of the NSF and Simons Foundation funded SkAI Institute, this year we will also hire up to two additional preceptors whose teaching and scholarship focus in the area of Astronomy and AI. UChicago is recruiting preceptors with an Astro-AI focus to co-develop new curriculum and teach courses at UChicago, CCC, and other SkAI partner institutions.
Data Science Institute Postdoctoral Scholars Program AY2025-26
The Data Science Institute (DSI) at the University of Chicago invites applications for Postdoctoral Scholars who wish to advance cutting-edge data science approaches, methods, and applications in research. This unique program provides postdocs with the opportunity to pursue original research on significant questions in data science. Drawing on the University of Chicago’s top-ranked programs, world-renowned faculty, as well as a vibrant and quickly expanding data science ecosystem, this program allows postdoctoral scholars to engage in field-defining data science and artificial intelligence research. Our positions carry a competitive salary, generous research funding allowances, and benefits. It is equally important that our postdocs work and grow in an environment that is supportive and focused on community and career development; as such, this program includes lectures focused on communication and workplace culture, and aims to develop a diverse cohort of well-rounded scholars pursuing careers across data science disciplines.
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.
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Graduate
Data Science for Social Impact Tutor
The Data Science Institute is seeking a current UChicago graduate student from computer science, data science, or statistics to join the Data Science for Social Impact (DSSI) Summer Experience team as a Tutor for the 2025 program. The DSSI Summer Experience is an immersive 8-week paid summer research program hosted by DSI. The Tutor will serve as a teaching and technical assistance resource for undergraduate students learning data science and real-world research applications. Benefits of the position include mentoring experience, networking within the UChicago data science ecosystem, assisting with data projects for social good, and working as part of a team to broaden participation in data science and computer science.
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Data Science for Social Impact Program Assistant
The Data Science Institute is seeking a current UChicago graduate student from computer science, data science, or statistics to join the Data Science for Social Impact (DSSI) Summer Experience team as a Program Assistant for the 2025 program. The DSSI Summer Experience is an immersive 8-week paid summer research program hosted by DSI. The Program Assistant will help facilitate weekly programmatic activities, such as research project stand-up meetings, speaker presentations, final student research symposiums, and other student-centered programming. Benefits of the position include mentoring experience, networking within the UChicago data science ecosystem, assisting with data projects for social good, and working as part of a team to broaden participation in data science and computer science.
Data4All Program Assistant
The Data Science Institute (DSI) is seeking a current UChicago graduate student to serve as a program assistant for the spring Data4All High School Bridge Workshop. The workshop aims to provide high school students from the Chicagoland area with an introduction to data science skills and concepts. The program assistant aids in the implementation of Data4All curriculum and serves as an instructional leader during workshop sessions. Benefits of the position include competitive compensation, teaching experience, networking within the UChicago data science ecosystem, and working as part of a team to help broaden participation in data science and computing. Lunch will be provided at each workshop.
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.
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Undergraduate
Data Science for Social Impact Summer Experience Technical Program Assistant
The Data Science Institute (DSI) is seeking a UChicago student that has recently graduated from the College with a background in computer science, data science, or statistics to join the Data Science for Social Impact (DSSI) Summer Program team as a Technical Program Assistant for the 2025 program. The DSSI Summer Experience is an immersive 8-week paid summer research program hosted by DSI. The Technical Program Assistant will serve as a full-time technical assistance resource for undergraduate students learning data science and real-world research applications. Benefits of the position include mentoring experience, networking within the UChicago data science ecosystem, assisting with data projects for social good, and working as part of a team to broaden participation in data science and computer science.
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Data4All Undergraduate Mentor
The Data Science Institute (DSI) is seeking current UChicago undergraduate students to serve as Undergraduate Mentors for the spring Data4All High School Bridge Workshop. The workshop aims to provide high school students from the Chicagoland area with an introduction to data science skills and concepts. The undergraduate mentors provide instruction for the high school students as they work through data science case studies using Jupyter Notebooks, and help facilitate discussions within small groups (5-6 students each). Benefits of the position include competitive compensation, mentoring experience, networking within the UChicago data science ecosystem, and working as part of a team to help broaden participation in data science and computing. Lunch will be provided at each workshop.
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Summer Lab Coordinator
The Data Science Institute is seeking a current UChicago graduate student or graduating senior from computer science, data science, or statistics to join the DSI Summer Lab team as a Lab Coordinator for the 2025 program (June 16 – August 8). This is a full-time summer position.
The DSI Summer Lab is an immersive 8-week summer research program at the University of Chicago focused on broadening participation in data science among high school and undergraduate students. This program aims to reduce barriers to participating in computing by skill development, exposure to careers pathways, and mentorships. The program includes roughly 20 students paired with data science mentors spanning departments across campus.
Benefits of the position include mentoring experience, networking within the UChicago data science ecosystem, and working as part of a team to broaden participation in data science and computer science.
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.
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Staff
Staff Data Scientist
Working in collaboration with UChicago Data Science Institute faculty and staff and The Schmidt Family Foundation 11th Hour Project (“11th Hour”), the Data Scientist will increase the data capacity of 11th Hour program staff and grantees. This role will consult on 11th Hour grantee data collection and modeling as well as the long-range goals of advancing scientific discovery, developing open source resources, innovative technical consulting, development and delivery of workshops and training, and other activities designed to advance the research and practice of data-driven and data intensive discovery across 11th Hour grantee areas.
Instructional Designer
Reporting to the Director of Academic Affairs and Operations, the Instructional Designer (ID) will support the translation of faculty subject expertise to educational technology platforms for effective educational outcomes in the MS in Applied Data Science (MS-ADS) program at the University of Chicago. The ID will join a mid-sized team that serves across multiple functional areas. The ID will provide critical expertise and input regarding promising or best practices for how MS-ADS faculty teach and how students learn. Therefore, it is integral that the new hire provides both pedagogy and instructional technology support to Online Program full- and part-time faculty. Limited support will also be provided to faculty who teach with the In-Person program. Additionally, the ID will support the development, delivery, evaluation, and maintenance of high-quality, primarily online courses.
Research Assistant
The Research Associate will support research and evaluation on kindergarten-adult STEM education, with a focus on high school and postsecondary data science education. The ideal candidate is an organized, self-motivated individual who thrives in both independent and collaborative environments, managing multiple projects simultaneously with supervision. This role involves all stages of the research process, including instrument development, data management, statistical and qualitative analysis, and the preparation of reports and presentations.
Senior Post-Award Research Administrator
The Sr. Post-Award Research Administrator works independently to administer post-award activities relating to grant and contract funding portfolio. Serves as a subject matter expert and provides mentoring and training for less experienced grant analysts and administrators. The Sr. Post-Award Research Administrator supports cutting-edge research, outreach activities and educational programs.
Open Source Research Software Engineer
Reporting to the Director of AI + Science in DSI, the Open Source Research Software Engineer (OSRSE) will develop open-source software to support DSI’s research priorities. The OSRSE will collaborate with the DSI’s engineering Team and interdisciplinary research groups across the University of Chicago to define requirements, refine system architectures, and build robust, scalable solutions for computational, mathematical, and natural science research. This role involves designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software, with an emphasis on high-quality, reusable code.
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.