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Institution Profile: University of Washington Astronomy Department

LocationUnited States of America
Type of InstitutionComprehensive University or equivalent
Academic DisciplinesPhysical sciences
  • Department of Astronomy at University of Washington experimented with an anonymized application process for new assistant professors.
  • The applicants were required to submit anonymized research statement, anonymized teaching and mentoring statement and anonymized DEI statement. However, their CVs were not anonymized. The objective of this practice is to minimize risks of unconscious bias and judge applicants on their achievements rather than identity.

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Job posting with anonymized hiring procedure 6

This past job posting for an assistant professor vacancy provides a description of the anonymised application procedure at the Astronomy Department of the University of Washington.
University of Washington Astronomy Department
United States of America (Comprehensive University or equivalent)
Topics:
AnonymizationEquity and inclusion
Learn More: https://jobregister.aas.org/ad/877c312d
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