Associate Director

This is an Associate Director position in the Carl G. Grefenstette Center for Ethics in Science, Technology, and Law at Duquesne University. This position will report to the Executive Director (ED). This is a full time, 2-year position that is funded by a newly received grant from the Hillman Foundation.

The Associate Director will work closely with the ED in the main purposes of the center, which involve grant writing, teaching, event coordination, and conducting research. The Associate Director will teach and one or two classes each semester. They will work with the ED to seek after and apply for federal and private grants. They will also assist the ED in organizing the annual Fall Tech Ethics Symposium, the Spring Hacking4Humanity, and regular lectures and public discussions. Finally, the AD will be expected to continue in their own research in the area of technology ethics, science and technology studies, theological studies, religious studies, or a related field.

The Grefenstette Center is a new and growing center that brings Christian values and ideals in a pluralistic framework to grapple with the growing challenges presented by science and technology in society. This position requires someone who is willing to construct the future of the center and work closely with the other team members to make this happen. Skills required include teamwork, adaptability, communication, initiative, humility, and creativity. To see the work the Center has done so far, go to duq.edu/ethics.

This is a grant-funded, 2 year position with the possibility of renewal. This position is similar to a postdoctoral appointment, but we are hopefully that it will continue beyond the 2 years. Start date is flexible, but no later than July 1, 2025.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaches one or two courses each semester.

Seeks out grants and writes grant applications for federal organizations and private foundations.

Organizes and coordinates events, lectures, and public discussions on campus.

Continues their own research in technology ethics, science and technology studies, theological studies, religious studies, or a related field.

If remote, travel to Duquesne University required monthly.

Completes other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum qualifications:

Doctoral degree from an accredited institution in a related area..

The candidate has a demonstrated track record of university teaching..

The candidate has a promising research portfolio in technology ethics, science and technology studies, theological studies, religious studies, or a related field.

Preferred qualifications:

Experience with grant writing.

Experience with hosting and organizing compelling public events.

The successful candidate may possess any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

Commitment to the University’s values of diversity, equity and inclusion, and recognition of the importance of treating each individual with dignity and respect consistent with the University’s Mission. Demonstrated experience with, and understanding of, the broad diversity of the University community (students, faculty, staff and others).

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community.

Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.