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Michal Masny is a Postdoctoral Associate at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, affiliated with the Social Ethical Responsibilities Computing (SERC) program, where he will begin as an Assistant Professor in the Philosophy Department at the University of Colorado Boulder in August 2026. He completed his PhD in Philosophy at Princeton University and has served as a Postdoctoral Fellow at UC Berkeley's Kavli Center for Science, Ethics, and the Public. His research engages with topics in moral and political philosophy, focusing on well-being and the future of humanity, exploring themes such as the significance of life's shape, the relevant awareness around 'wasted potential' in well-being, and the implications of individual versus collective meaning. Michal is actively writing a series of papers that examine the role of paid work in people's lives and the impact of technological and social transformations on the accessibility of non-monetary goods through work. He has a passion for running and participates in ultramarathons, showcasing his dedication to both physical endurance and scholarly pursuits.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Cambridge, MA
Engaged in research on Social Ethical Responsibilities Computing (SERC) program.
UC Berkeley • Berkeley, CA
Conducted research at the Kavli Center for Science, Ethics, and the Public.