Dr. Jason Tucker

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jason Tucker is an adjunct associate professor at Umeå University, specifically in the AI Policy Lab within the Department of Computing Science. His research interests span a diverse range of topics, including AI health, the global political economy of AI, public policy, citizenship, human rights, and global governance. Currently, he is leading a research project titled 'Politics AI Health: Snake Oil Social Good', which is funded by WASP-HS. Tucker is particularly interested in developing interdisciplinary approaches that support policymaking regarding the future role of AI in healthcare. His background includes extensive work in law, policy reform, and the digitalization of public sectors, as well as engagements with the United Nations and various civil society organizations. He also has experience in academia and industry, which enriches his multifaceted perspective on AI and its societal implications.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Associate Professor

— Present

AI Policy Lab, Umeå University • Umeå

Works in the AI Policy Lab within the Department of Computing Science, focusing on AI health and public policy.

Visiting Research Fellow

— Present

Department of Technology and Society, Lund University • Lund

Engaged in research related to AI and society.

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.