The University of Michigan School of Information (UMSI) invites applicants for the University of Michigan Presidential Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (PPFP) (http://presidentspostdoc.umich.edu/index.php). Faculty at UMSI have a successful record of providing a nurturing and productive postdoctoral experience for Presidential Postdoctoral Fellows. In keeping with the PPFP program, UMSI seeks applicants whose research, teaching, and service will, as determined by the University of Michigan and in accordance with law, contribute to the core values of the University of Michigan, and to equal opportunity in higher education. Candidates will be evaluated on fit with current needs and strengths of the institution and future funding possibilities.

UMSI is particularly interested in candidates whose work focuses on aspects of privacy and technology, with a particular interest in how privacy intersects with AI. We define privacy broadly, and welcome applications from researchers approaching privacy through technical, policy, design, ethical, and/or social lenses.

UMSI views these postdoctoral fellowships as providing an exceptional opportunity to recruit new faculty to the University and we expect PPFP positions to lead to a tenure-track faculty appointment.

Candidates are required to name a UMSI faculty mentor in their application. We highly encourage candidates to reach out and confirm potential faculty mentors at UMSI in advance of submitting their applications. A description of the requirements and expectations for mentors can be found on the UM PPFP website.

Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in any information-related field and demonstrated record of research excellence; A strong interest in teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels; A strong commitment to contribute to an interdisciplinary research culture.

How to Apply: Applicants must submit TWO separate applications:

UMSI application through Interfolio (https://apply.interfolio.com/190194) must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM EDT, September 20, 2026

U-M President's Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (PPFP) application (http://presidentspostdoc.umich.edu/ppfp-application.php) no later than 11:59 PM EST, November 1, 2026

Please direct inquiries about this position to SISearchSupport@umich.edu. Consideration of applications will begin immediately.

Materials due from the Candidate: Cover letter, which should name at least one potential mentor at UMSI; Thesis abstract - one page; Postdoctoral Research Proposal - 700-1,000 words (not including references); Education and Background Statement - 500-700 words describing your academic background and career; Curriculum vitae; Statement of current and future research plans; Statement of teaching activities and experience; Three (3) writing samples; Names and email addresses for 3 letters of reference.

Materials due from references:

Three letters of reference to be submitted through the Interfolio system before 11:59 PM EDT, September 20, 2026

Background Screening: Employment will require both a criminal background check and an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. Candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure form as well as an authorization to release information form.

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

U-M EEO/AA Statement: The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity employer.

The University of Michigan School of Information (UMSI) invites applicants for the University of Michigan Presidential Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (PPFP) (http://presidentspostdoc.umich.edu/index.php). Faculty at UMSI have a successful record of providing a nurturing and productive postdoctoral experience for Presidential Postdoctoral Fellows. In keeping with the PPFP program, UMSI seeks applicants whose research, teaching, and service will, as determined by the University of Michigan and in accordance with law, contribute to the core values of the University of Michigan, and to equal opportunity in higher education. Candidates will be evaluated on fit with current needs and strengths of the institution and future funding possibilities.

UMSI is particularly interested in candidates whose work focuses on aspects of privacy and technology, with a particular interest in how privacy intersects with AI. We define privacy broadly, and welcome applications from researchers approaching privacy through technical, policy, design, ethical, and/or social lenses.

UMSI views these postdoctoral fellowships as providing an exceptional opportunity to recruit new faculty to the University and we expect PPFP positions to lead to a tenure-track faculty appointment.

Candidates are required to name a UMSI faculty mentor in their application. We highly encourage candidates to reach out and confirm potential faculty mentors at UMSI in advance of submitting their applications. A description of the requirements and expectations for mentors can be found on the UM PPFP website.

Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in any information-related field and demonstrated record of research excellence; A strong interest in teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels; A strong commitment to contribute to an interdisciplinary research culture.

How to Apply: Applicants must submit TWO separate applications:

UMSI application through Interfolio (https://apply.interfolio.com/190194) must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM EDT, September 20, 2026

U-M President's Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (PPFP) application (http://presidentspostdoc.umich.edu/ppfp-application.php) no later than 11:59 PM EST, November 1, 2026

Please direct inquiries about this position to SISearchSupport@umich.edu. Consideration of applications will begin immediately.

Materials due from the Candidate: Cover letter, which should name at least one potential mentor at UMSI; Thesis abstract - one page; Postdoctoral Research Proposal - 700-1,000 words (not including references); Education and Background Statement - 500-700 words describing your academic background and career; Curriculum vitae; Statement of current and future research plans; Statement of teaching activities and experience; Three (3) writing samples; Names and email addresses for 3 letters of reference.

Materials due from references:

Three letters of reference to be submitted through the Interfolio system before 11:59 PM EDT, September 20, 2026

Background Screening: Employment will require both a criminal background check and an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. Candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure form as well as an authorization to release information form.

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

U-M EEO/AA Statement: The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity employer.