>POST DOCTORAL FELLOW
>Program in Science, Technology and Society
>
>To join a team studying virtual environments and professional identities.
>
>The fellow will work with five MIT faculty in anthropology, science studies,
>psychology, and history who have come together to study science and
>engineering professions in a culture of virtual representation.
>
>The fellow will be responsible for the organization of two weeklong
>workshops. In addition, the fellow will organize a yearlong seminar series
>for graduate students, faculty, and visiting scholars on the current
>transformations of personal and professional identity among scientists and
>engineers. The fellow will also conduct research on how a range of
>disciplines are engaging with virtuality as a research environment and
>coordinate the preparation and submission of a major research proposal.
>
>This is a 15 month appointment funded under a grant from the National
>Science Foundation. The appointment will begin on June 15, 2003.
>
>REQUIREMENTS: A PhD in social sciences, history, design, or a closely
>related field. Strong understanding of virtual environments and a general
>understanding of professional science and/or engineering environments. Must
>be able to work effectively with faculty, graduate students and senior
>staff.
>
>Applicants must submit curriculum vitae, a writing sample and one letter of
>recommendation to Kris Kipp at kipp who-is-at mit.edu. Please specify subject line:
>PROF-IDENTITY. Deadline for applications is March 3, 2003. For further
>information, call Kris Kipp at (617) 253-9759.
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