Associate Director For Data & Ai Investigations And Partnerships

University of Maryland, College Park

Hybrid
Bachelor's degree required
Minimum four years professional journalism experience
Data journalism reporting experience
The Howard Center for Investigative Journalism seeks an innovative data journalist to launch a new initiative for curated newsworthy data collections

Job Summary

  • The Howard Center for Investigative Journalism seeks an innovative data journalist to launch a new initiative for curated newsworthy data collections.
  • This role involves managing student-driven investigative projects, teaching one class per year, and incorporating AI tools into the reporting workflow.
  • The position offers excellent State of Maryland benefits including 41 days of leave, a generous pension plan, and tuition remission.

Matching Summary

The Howard Center for Investigative Journalism seeks an innovative data journalist to launch a new initiative for curated newsworthy data collections.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Minimum four years professional journalism experience
  • Data journalism reporting experience
  • Project management for investigative data stories
  • Database or document collection management
  • Teaching or mentoring experience

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with large language models and AI
  • Background in open source intelligence (OSINT)
  • Collaboration with national newsroom partners
  • Interest in storytelling for new audiences
  • Machine learning application in journalism

Work Rights

Not specified

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