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Job Posting Title: Open Rank in Health Information
Position Type: Faculty
Department: LSUAM HSE - School of Library and Information Science (Edward Albert Benoit III (00012213))
Work Location: 0223 George Peabody Hall
Pay Grade: Academic
Job Description: College of Human Sciences & Education School of Information Studies Open Rank in Health Information The School of Information Studies (SIS) in the College of Human Sciences & Education (CHSE) at Louisiana State University (LSU) invites applications for an open-rank tenure-track position to start in August 2026.
Open-Rank Tenure-Track Position: Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor SIS invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor from candidates with demonstrated potential for research and teaching in one or more of the following areas related to health information:
- Health Information Management (HIM)
- Health Information Systems (HIS)
- Health Informatics, Biomedical Informatics, Consumer Health Informatics
- Big Data in Health
- AI and Machine Learning in Health Data
- Personal Health Record and Information Management
- Privacy and Information Security in Health and Health Care
- Electronic Health Record and Clinical Decision Support
This is a nine-month position. The teaching load is two courses per semester. Additional opportunities are available for summer research funding or summer teaching. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Responsibilities: Engage in scholarly research in the appropriate area, leading to publication in peer-reviewed scholarly journals. Seek appropriate grant funding for such research. Teach and develop courses in the appropriate area. Actively participate in service activities pertaining to the mission of the School, the College, and the University.
Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in Information Science or an allied field, including, but not limited to, Health Information Management, Health Systems Management, Health Analytics, Health/Biomedical Informatics, Public Health, Health Information & Informatics, or Computer Science. Demonstrated potential for excellence in research and publication. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively with current SIS faculty.
Preferred Qualifications: Ph D. in Information Science or an allied field, including, but not limited to, Health Information Management, Health Systems Management, Health Analytics, Health/Biomedical Informatics, Public Health, Health Information & Informatics, or Computer Science. Evidence of a robust research agenda through a proven publication track record and demonstrated success in acquiring external research grants. Experience teaching in-person and online asynchronous courses.
The appointment begins August 2026. Review of applications will continue until a candidate is selected with an initial priority review date of January 15, 2026.
About the LSU School of Information Studies The LSU School of Information Studies (SIS), a member of the iSchools consortium, is a dynamic and growing school within the College of Human Sciences & Education. For over 90 years, SIS has been at the forefront of information studies, and today, we are a research-intensive school with a strong commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, and addressing complex challenges. Our faculty are engaged in cutting-edge research, with over $2 million in active research grants from funding agencies including the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), the National Science Foundation (NSF), and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This robust research environment provides a fertile ground for scholarly inquiry and innovation.
SIS is home to a vibrant community of over 1,000 graduate students enrolled in our nationally-recognized, ALA-accredited Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) program. In addition to the MLIS, SIS offers a range of graduate certificates and an undergraduate minor in Digital Studies, reflecting our commitment to preparing students for various professional contexts. Our strategic vision focuses on expanding our research and academic programs, with plans to launch new undergraduate and doctoral programs, and grow our faculty in key areas such as data science, artificial intelligence, and health information.
For more information, visit the School of Information Studies.
About the LSU College of Human Sciences & Education The College of Human Sciences & Education (CHSE) is a nationally accredited division of Louisiana State University. The college is comprised of the School of Education, the School of Kinesiology, the School of Leadership & Human Resource Development, the School of Library & Information Science, the School of Social Work, and the University Laboratory School. These combined schools offer 8 undergraduate degree programs, 18 graduate programs, and 7 online graduate degree and/or certificate programs, enrolling more than 1,900 undergraduate and 1,120 graduate students. The College is committed to achieving the highest standards in teaching, research, and service and is committed to improving quality of life across the lifespan. For more information, visit the
College of Human Sciences & Education .
Additional Job Description: Special Instructions: Applications should include a letter of application, a current curriculum vita, copies of graduate study transcripts, and the names of three people who could be asked to write letters of recommendations. This job requires a satisfactory LSU background check.
Posting Date: December 8, 2025
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): April 6, 2026
Additional Position Information: Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N): LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university's ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information: For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
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