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CIVIC Science Fellow, Center for Media Innovation & Social Impact (MISI), College of Communication
Boston University
CIVIC Science Fellow, Center for Media Innovation & Social Impact (MISI), College of Communication
Boston University
 CIVIC Science Fellow, Center for Media Innovation & Social Impact (MISI), College of Communication Job Description CIVIC Science Fellow, Center for Media Innovation & Social Impact (MISI), College of Communication Category Charles River Campus --> Research Job Location Boston, MA, United States Tracking Code 26599937210423 Posted Date 4/23/2026 Salary Grade Based on experience Expected Hiring Range Minimum $80,000.00 Expected Hiring Range Maximum $80,000.00 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Type Full-Time/Regular Civic Science Fellow College of Communication, Boston University Appointment start date: Sept 1, 2026 Duration: 18-months ABOUT MISI The Center for Media Innovation & Social Impact (MISI) connects communication research with practitioners and policymakers to explore what makes information trusted and messengers trustworthy. MISI investigates the role of stories, creative practices, and digital tools in translating science and other facts into usable information. We work alongside communities most affected by social and institutional breakdown to test new models of communication that are more accountable, inclusive, and worthy of public trust. THE OPPORTUNITY Under President Melissa Gilliam, Boston University strives to be Boston's University. This will require intentional and impactful partnerships with the city and the region. It will require a commitment from university scientists not just to translate scientific findings after the fact, but also, when appropriate, to collaborate with communities on shaping research questions. Civic science is not just the clear communication of scientific fact, but a negotiation of interpersonal and institutional trust relationships. This is all in the context of generative AI creating new opportunities for effective science communication, while also posing additional threats to accuracy, privacy, and integrity. With support from the Rita Allen Foundation, MISI is recruiting a Fellow to spearhead the Civic Science Communication and Public Engagement (C-SCAPE) initiative to support the production of scientific knowledge in the public's interest. Across higher education, there is increasing value placed on the social impact of research and teaching, but universities tend to lack the analytical tools to understand what this means in diverse contexts. To address this need, we will create an evaluative framework by cataloging the wide array of current efforts at Boston University, ranging from researchers translating their scientific findings into policy briefs to researchers working alongside communities to shape research questions to instructors creating experiential learning opportunities for students. Through cataloging, typing, and rigorous analysis of approaches and their intended outcomes in one university, the Fellow will lead the effort to build an evaluative framework and practice guide for researchers and their collaborators. Some of the questions guiding this work include:
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES In support of C-SCAPE (75% time):
In support of the Fellow's professional development (25% time):
Required Skills MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS M.A./M.S. in science writing, multimedia journalism, or science and health journalism or Ph.D. in the social sciences, sciences, or humanities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
TO APPLY: For full consideration, please submit a cover letter, CV, and list of three references in a single pdf to mailto:misi@bu.edu' href='https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=7106672&targetURL=mailto:misi@bu.edu' data-linkindex='7'>misi@bu.edu by May 18 at 5pm. Please reach out to Professor Eric Gordon (mailto:ejgo@bu.edu' href='https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=7106672&targetURL=mailto:ejgo@bu.edu' data-linkindex='8'>ejgo@bu.edu) with any questions. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Required Skills Job Location: Boston, MA Position Type: Full-Time/Regular Salary Grade: $80,000.00-$80,000.00 To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/316626 Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-7e6c00a897dd804f9ea61a2ad672e693
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