Open Rank Faculty in Humanities and Social Sciences (AI & Society)
Join Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University as an open-rank professor advancing computational research and education at the intersection of AI, data, and the humanities.
Best for:Best for interdisciplinary scholars and researchers combining computational methods with expertise in the humanities or social sciences.
Overview
The School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University invites applications for open-rank faculty positions ranging from Assistant Professor to Professor. Based in Suzhou, China, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving the School's strategic Education + AI initiative by bridging computational methods with humanities and social sciences. Responsibilities include teaching across departments such as China Studies, International Studies, Media and Communication, or Applied Linguistics, while fostering collaborative research in areas like digital technologies and society. Applicants are expected to hold a relevant PhD and demonstrate a strong commitment to innovative teaching and interdisciplinary research.
What you'll do
- Develop and deliver core AI programmes and modules that integrate computational approaches with humanities and social science perspectives.
- Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses within the home academic department and contribute to departmental academic life.
- Initiate and sustain collaborative research and educational projects across the School and broader university.
- Drive curriculum innovation and pedagogical development regarding the critical integration of AI and digital technologies.
- Engage with external academic, industry, cultural, and policy partners to foster real-world applications and research funding.
- Undertake academic leadership, administrative duties, and service responsibilities commensurate with the appointment rank.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in a relevant humanities, social science, computer/data science, computational social science, computational linguistics, or related field
Language: English proficiency for teaching and research; English is the working language of the university.
Instruction: English
Publications: Evidence of, or clear potential for, high-quality research and publication commensurate with the level of appointment.
- Demonstrated research profile engaging with AI, data, or computational approaches
- Expertise in applying computational and data-driven methods to humanities and social sciences questions
- Proficiency in programming languages and tools such as Python and/or R
- Understanding of the social, cultural, political, organizational, or ethical dimensions of AI and data
- Track record or clear potential for high-quality research and publication at the intersection of AI and humanities/social sciences
- Ability to develop and deliver high-quality teaching and curricula for interdisciplinary programmes
- Capacity to collaborate effectively across disciplinary boundaries with technical and non-technical colleagues
- Open to international and domestic applicants meeting work permit and visa requirements for China
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-30
Prepare your application as a single PDF file containing your cover letter, current CV with personal details and highest degree level, and contact details for three references. Submit the application directly through the university's online career portal using the provided job link.
- Cover letter
- CV
- 3 reference letters
Contact
Xiaoling Zhang· Dean of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences
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