The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is inviting applications for tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Applied Artificial Intelligence positions for the 2026-27 academic year. The opportunity is based in Chicago, Illinois, USA, within Booth’s Artificial Intelligence area.
The position is designed for researchers with strong expertise in artificial intelligence and machine learning who are interested in applying AI methods to substantive areas of research. Candidates will join a research-focused institution with opportunities to contribute to AI scholarship and teach AI-related courses at the MBA level.
Position Overview
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is seeking faculty members with deep knowledge of AI and machine learning fundamentals and a strong interest in empirical research.
The successful candidate’s empirical work may focus on a subfield of AI or machine learning, such as AI safety or human-centered AI, or apply AI methods to areas including medicine, materials science, law, policy and the broader social sciences.
Applied AI faculty members are expected to maintain an active research programme and publish in leading AI and machine learning venues. They will also contribute to Booth’s teaching mission by teaching AI-related courses at the MBA level.
The position is available at either the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level.
Salary and Benefits
The advertised salary range is:
- Assistant Professor: US$230,000–US$250,000
- Associate Professor: US$240,000–US$270,000
The position is benefits-eligible. Eligible University of Chicago employees have access to a range of benefits and resources, including health-related benefits, retirement programmes and paid time off.
Further details about available benefits are provided through the university’s benefits information.
Eligibility and Qualifications
Candidates should have demonstrated expertise in AI and machine learning fundamentals and a strong record or potential for high-quality empirical research.
Applicants are expected to have published in leading AI and machine learning venues such as NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CVPR or EMNLP, as well as relevant journals or conferences in their chosen empirical field.
Candidates must have obtained, or expect to obtain shortly, a PhD or equivalent degree in an area relevant to artificial intelligence.
Relevant fields may include:
- Machine Learning
- Computer Science and related disciplines
- Statistics
- Economics
- Business-related disciplines
Relevant industry experience may also strengthen a candidate’s overall professional portfolio.
The university is particularly interested in candidates whose expertise can complement and expand Booth’s existing research activities across its broad range of academic areas.
Research and Teaching Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be expected to develop and maintain an active research agenda in applied artificial intelligence.
Faculty members will be expected to continue publishing their research in top-tier AI and machine learning venues while also contributing to research in their substantive area of application.
In addition to research responsibilities, Applied AI faculty members will teach AI-related courses at the MBA level. Candidates should therefore demonstrate the capacity to contribute to both the research and teaching missions of the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Required Application Materials
Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae and a sample of written work as part of the application.
Candidates must also provide the names of at least two scholars who are qualified and willing to evaluate their ability, academic training, and potential for research and teaching.
Applicants are encouraged to prepare their materials carefully and demonstrate a clear connection between their AI expertise, empirical research interests and the position’s focus on applied artificial intelligence.
Application Deadline
Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis during Fall 2026, and candidates are strongly encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible.
The University of Chicago will continue accepting applications until March 30, 2027.
Because applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, prospective candidates should avoid waiting until the final deadline where possible.
How to Apply
The University of Chicago is using Interfolio Faculty Search to manage applications for the position.
Candidates should submit their required application materials through the online application system. Applicants receive a free Interfolio Dossier account through the process and can use it to submit application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, without charge.
The application should include the required CV, writing sample and information for at least two academic referees.
Important Information for Applicants
The University of Chicago states that it uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment certain recruitment processes, but AI is not used to make hiring decisions.
The university is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations for job seekers who require assistance with the application process.
Position Details
Position: Assistant/Associate Professor of Applied Artificial Intelligence
Institution: University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Field: Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning
Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA
Position Type: Tenure-track faculty
Salary: US$230,000–US$250,000 Assistant Professor; US$240,000–US$270,000 Associate Professor
Opening Date: September 24, 2026
Application Deadline: March 30, 2027
Application Review: Rolling basis during Fall 2026
Degree Requirement: PhD or equivalent degree in a relevant AI field
Application Platform: Interfolio Faculty Search
Why This Opportunity Matters
The position provides researchers working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, machine learning and empirical applications with an opportunity to develop their academic careers at a major research university.
Candidates with expertise spanning AI fundamentals and substantive application areas may be able to contribute to research across disciplines while participating in MBA-level teaching and the wider intellectual community at Chicago Booth.
Interested candidates should review the official vacancy details and ensure that all required materials are submitted through the designated application platform before the stated deadline.
Official Application
Applications should be submitted through the official Interfolio Faculty Search application portal for the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
