InterPhil: JOB: Assistant Professor in Philosophy of Race or Ethnicity
__ Job Announcement Type: Assistant Professor in Philosophy of Race or Ethnicity Institution: Philosophy Department, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona Location: Pomona, CA (USA) Date: from 2023 Deadline: 1.11.2022 __ Seeking Assistant Professor, tenure-track, for an appointment beginning in the 2023-2024 academic year. Teaching load of 3/3 in the first two years and 4/4 in the years following, with course-reduction opportunities for research, service, and teaching initiatives. AOS: Philosophy of race or ethnicity, with preference for a focus in Africana or African American philosophy, Asian American philosophy, Chicana/o or Latina/o/x American philosophy, OR Native American philosophy, OR philosophy rooted in the experience and activism of other racialized groups in the US context. We are seeking candidates whose scholarship and teaching will center on the experiences and advocacy of one of these racialized groups, exemplify the critical and intersectional methodologies of Ethnic Studies, and complement departmental strengths in critical philosophy of race, feminist philosophy, philosophy of disability, and social and political philosophy. Minimum qualifications include a PhD in Philosophy with a specialization in philosophy of race or ethnicity (Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.); A commitment and a record of contributions to student success through the applicant’s teaching, scholarship, or service; Evidence of potential for excellence in undergraduate teaching; Evidence of scholarly potential encompassing philosophy of race or ethnicity. AOC: Open, but we have critical teaching needs in philosophy of law, comparative philosophy, philosophical/religious traditions in India, China, and Japan, African philosophy, Latin American philosophy, and history of philosophy. We have additional teaching needs, although less critical, in applied ethics, philosophy of language, and philosophy of science broadly construed, including questions at the intersection of science and ethics. Teaching duties include lower-division general education courses. In line with our university’s learn-by-doing pedagogy, we prefer candidates who demonstrate an interest in developing new high-impact courses related to their area of specialization, or participating in our existing high-impact educational practices, e.g. our Clinical Ethics Practicum, Ethics Bowl, the Senior Project for our program in Science, Technology, and Society (STS), or the annual seminar taught in connection with the California Center for Ethics and Policy (for more information on the CCEP visit: https://www.cpp.edu/~class/ethics-and-policy-center/index.shtml). (For information on high-impact educational practices see: https://www.aacu.org/resources/high-impact-practices.) Salary competitive. Faculty evaluation process is developed to be highly transparent. Faculty represented by the California Faculty Association. Cal Poly Pomona is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Cal Poly Pomona is among the most diverse campuses in the United States (it is number 10 in the Best College Reviews’ 50 top ethnically diverse colleges in America: https://www.bestcollegereviews.org/features/top-ethnically-diverse-colleges/ It is a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). We also serve a large percentage of Asian and Asian-American students as well as first-generation students. We welcome candidates who share and can speak to Cal Poly Pomona’s commitment to promoting student success in diverse populations. Applications must include: (1) A cover letter (of no more than two pages single-spaced), which describes the candidate’s teaching and research interests and addresses the minimum and preferred qualifications (see full position description for a complete list of minimum and preferred qualifications); (2) a Student Success Statement of no more than 2 pages, single-spaced about your teaching or other experiences, successes, and challenges in working with a diverse student population, and which addresses at least two of the inclusive excellence criteria listed in the full position description; (3) a curriculum vitae including the contact information for at least five individuals who can speak to the candidate’s potential for success in this position; (4) three recent (dated within the past two years) letters of reference, at least one of which (at least in part) addresses teaching qualifications; (5) an unofficial transcript showing highest degree earned (an official transcript will be required of finalists); (6) a writing sample of no more than 30 double-spaced pages; (7) a teaching portfolio including sample syllabi, and evaluations from the most recent two years of teaching (if applicable). The position is open until filled. First consideration will be given to completed applications received no
InterPhil: JOB: Assistant Professor in Philosophy
__ Job Announcement Type: Assistant Professor in Philosophy Institution: Department of Philosophy, Central European University Location: Vienna (Austria) Date: from August 2021 Deadline: 15.4.2021 __ The Department of Philosophy at Central European University invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor position. The Department of Philosophy offers BA, MA and PhD level education and is up to the standards of the best international institutions. CEU’s programs are accredited in the United States as well as in Europe. The position is located in Vienna, Austria. Further information about the department can be found here: https://philosophy.ceu.edu Duties and responsibilities: Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, supervising BA, MA and PhD theses’ as the need arises. Administrative tasks at the departmental and the university level. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active research agenda and regularly publish in major professional journals. CEU awards a fully paid sabbatical leave in every seventh year or half-year. Qualifications: A PhD in philosophy by the time they start the employment, with an open area of specialization. Have the ability to teach undergraduate courses in one of the following fields: ethics, environmental philosophy, non-western philosophy. Compensation: We offer a competitive salary as well as additional benefits (e.g., sabbatical system, pension plan). The initial contract is for 6 years. Contracts are renewable and can be turned into indefinite contracts depending on the outcome of a review. Application deadline date: April 15, 2021 Starting date: August 1, 2021 Application details are here: https://www.ceu.edu/job/assistant-professor-1 Informal inquiries about the academic aspects of the position can be addressed to the Head of Department, Katalin Farkas: fark...@ceu.edu __ InterPhil List Administration: https://interphil.polylog.org InterPhil List Archive: https://www.mail-archive.com/interphil@list.polylog.org/ __
InterPhil: JOB: Assistant Professor in Philosophy of Race or Philosophy of Law
__ Job Announcement Type: Assistant Professor in Philosophy of Race or Philosophy of Law Institution: Department of Philosophy, University of Washington Location: Seattle, WA (USA) Date: from September 2020 Deadline: 25.11.2019 __ The Department of Philosophy at the University of Washington invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Philosophy with AOS: Philosophy of Race or Philosophy of Law, and AOC: Philosophy of Law or Philosophy of Race. This is a full-time, tenure track position with an anticipated start date of September 2020. Tenure track faculty have an annual service period of nine months (Sept 16-June 15). All University of Washington faculty engage in research, teaching, and service. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a robust research program that complements existing scholarship in the department; teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including an undergraduate course in philosophy of law; serve on dissertation committees and mentor graduate and undergraduate students; actively participate in service to the university, profession, and broader communities; and promote a diverse and inclusive community of faculty, staff, and students. The UW Department of Philosophy is a vibrant community of philosophers committed to excellence in research and teaching. With an expansive vision and an outward focus, the department aspires to practice “engaged philosophy,” believing our discipline has vital contributions to offer all areas of inquiry. We aim to foster interdisciplinary conversations in which philosophical tools and methods are brought to bear upon problems and topics of public interest. Our faculty form the core of the UW Program on Ethics, and we have a strong research cluster in philosophy of science. The department hosts the Neuroethics Thrust research team and the Center for Philosophy for Children. We are the editorial home for the journal Philosophy of Science. We invite you to learn more about the Department by visiting: https://phil.washington.edu Qualifications Applicants are required to have a Ph.D. or foreign equivalent in Philosophy or a closely allied field by the start of the appointment. Applicants must provide evidence for excellence in research and teaching. Application Instructions Applicants should submit the following materials: - Cover letter - Curriculum Vitae - Dissertation abstract - Diversity Statement summarizing commitments, contributions, or experience regarding diversity in research, teaching, mentoring, or community engagement - Writing sample - Research Statement outlining anticipated research agenda for the next 3-5 years - Teaching Portfolio (including Teaching Statement and evidence of teaching experience and effectiveness) - 3 letters of recommendation Applications will only be accepted through Interfolio. An Interfolio account will automatically be created for you. Please be sure all information is entered completely and correctly. All uploaded files must be in Adobe PDF format. Files in another electronic format (e.g. MS Word) should be saved or “printed to” PDF format before uploading. Complete applications received by November 25 will be given preferred consideration. Interfolio: http://apply.interfolio.com/70612 __ InterPhil List Administration: https://interphil.polylog.org InterPhil List Archive: https://www.mail-archive.com/interphil@list.polylog.org/ __
InterPhil: JOB: Assistant Professor of Philosophy
__ Job Announcement Type: Assistant Professor of Philosophy Institution: Department of Philosophy, University of Central Florida Location: Orlando, FL (USA) Date: from August 2018 Deadline: 14.12.2017 __ Position Description: The Department of Philosophy at the University of Central Florida (UCF) seeks to hire an assistant professor of philosophy with specialization in the history of philosophy and any of the following: African American Philosophy, Latin American Philosophy, Native American Philosophy, or philosophy of race (broadly construed). The department seeks competency in one or more of the following areas: philosophy of law, philosophy of science and/or specialized sciences, formal logic, and/or social/political philosophy. The teaching load is 5 (3/2) classes per academic year prior to tenure. Research expectations are consistent with productivity in the discipline in a major metropolitan research university. The position includes usual service activity. This is a 9-month, tenure-earning position with the possibility of optional summer teaching. The position is expected to begin August 8, 2018. UCF is a major metropolitan research university located in Orlando, Florida, with over 66,000 students and an expansive main campus. Among UCF’s values are commitment to diversity, partnerships, and excellence in graduate and undergraduate education. The successful candidate will join the Department of Philosophy in the College of Arts and Humanities, which includes departments of English, Writing and Rhetoric, Modern Languages and Literatures, History, Philosophy, The School of Visual Arts and Design, the School of Performing Arts, and the Florida Interactive Entertainment Academy. The Department of Philosophy includes degree programs in Philosophy, Humanities, and Religious Studies, and graduate certificate programs in cognitive sciences and theoretical and applied ethics. Position Minimum Qualifications: An awarded Ph.D. in philosophy or a closely related area from an accredited institution by May 31, 2018. The successful candidate must also have university-level teaching and research experience appropriate to time before, during or since degree conferral, or at least one year (or its equivalent) of full time university level teaching and research experience. Preferences: 1) Evidence of success or considerable promise in research productivity in publications and/or externally funded activity is highly desirable; 2) ability to contribute to department efforts to recruit and retain students, and 3) demonstrated experience in teaching or ability to teach from among the following: introductory level courses in philosophy; upper-level course(s) in the AOSand AOC; upper level courses in the history of philosophy that contribute to the major; online courses; interdisciplinary courses. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, UCF encourages all qualified applicants to apply, including women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of traditionally underrepresented populations. UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at: http://www.oie.ucf.edu/documents/PresidentsStatement.pdf As a Florida public university, UCFmakes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. Additional Application Materials Required: The university requires that all applicants apply online at: http://www.jobswithucf.com In addition to the online application, please attach the following documents at the time of application: 1) a cover letter including an explanation of the applicant’s academic work that is consistent with the position description; 2) a curriculum vitae including the names and contact information for three professional references; 3) a writing sample of a published or in-progress work of no more than 20 pages; 4) evidence of teaching effectiveness; and 5) the position qualifications questionnaire that is downloadable at: http://philosophy.cah.ucf.edu/files/PositionQualificationsQuestionnaire30194PHILAsstProf.docx NOTE: Have all documents ready when applying so they can be attached at that time. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents at a later date. The application deadline is December 14, 2017. The review process will begin once the application period has closed. Finalists for the position will be interviewed initially by Skype or other video/audio conferencing method. For any questions, contact the search committee chair, Dr. Nancy Stanlick, at: nancy.stanl...@ucf.edu The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts. The position number is 30194. The salary is negotiable. Contact: Prof. Nancy A. Stanlick, Ph.D. Department of Philosophy University of Central Florida 4000 Central Florida Blvd.
InterPhil: JOB: Assistant Professor in Philosophy of Race
__ Job Announcement Type: Assistant Professor in Philosophy of Race Institution: Department of Philosophy and Religion, Appalachian State University Location: Boone, NC (USA) Date: starting August 2018 Deadline: 15.11.2017 __ The Department of Philosophy and Religion at Appalachian State University invites applications for a tenure-track nine-month faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 2018. The requirements for the position are a Ph.D. in Philosophy, an AOS in Philosophy of Race, and an AOC in Ethics (broadly construed). Candidates who are ABD will be considered, but the position requires a Ph.D. in Philosophy to be awarded by July 1, 2018. Instructional duties will include teaching in the areas of the AOS and AOC and teaching other philosophy courses as needed. Faculty members are expected to maintain an active program of scholarship as well as participate in service activities. The Department of Philosophy and Religion is committed to building a diverse educational environment, and applicants with a demonstrated ability to develop initiatives designed to foster greater understanding of diversity are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants must send a complete application consisting of: - a current CV, - a letter of application discussing applicant’s research and teaching experience in AOS/AOC and efforts to enhance inclusiveness in teaching, service, and scholarship, - unofficial graduate transcripts, - and three current letters of recommendation. Writing samples will be requested at a later date for all shortlisted candidates. Applications should be sent to philosophysea...@appstate.edu. The initial review of complete applications will begin November 15, 2017, and will continue until the position is filled. Initial interviews will be conducted by video conference. Appalachian State University is a member institution of the sixteen-campus University of North Carolina. Located in Boone, North Carolina, the university has approximately 17,000 students, primarily in bachelors and masters programs in both liberal arts and applied fields. Appalachian has both a traditional residential campus and a variety of distance education programs. The Department of Philosophy and Religion offer separate undergraduate degree programs in Philosophy and Religious Studies, and is committed to pluralism in the discipline. Additional information about the Department of Philosophy and Religion, the university, and the surrounding area is located at: https://philrel.appstate.edu Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The university has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and to maintaining working and learning environments that are free of all forms of discrimination. Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations in the application process by contacting Christopher Bartel, chairperson of the search committee (barte...@appstate.edu). Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report. Documentation of identity and employability of the applicant will be required before the hiring process can be finalized. Contact: Christopher Bartel, Chair Philosophy Faculty Search Committee Department of Philosophy and Religion Appalachian State University 114 I.G. Greer Hall Boone, NC 28608 USA Email: barte...@appstate.edu __ InterPhil List Administration: https://interphil.polylog.org InterPhil List Archive: https://www.mail-archive.com/interphil@list.polylog.org/ __
InterPhil: JOB: Assistant Professor of Philosophy
__ Job Announcement Type: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Philosophy Institution: Department of Religious Studies and Philosophy, Avila University Location: Kansas City, MO (USA) Date: from Fall 2017 Deadline: 18.11.2016 __ This Fall 2017 appointment includes a 4/4 load teaching classes in all areas of our curriculum (from introductory to advanced levels) as well as developing interdisciplinary and experience-based learning opportunities. Candidates should possess a Ph.D. with an emphasis in an area of value theory and/or contemporary philosophy. A background in the areas of social justice, philosophy of race, and/or non-western philosophical tradition(s) is desirable. This is a full-time faculty position, eligible for the usual and customary benefits. Avila University is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer. Application review begins on November 18th and will continue until the position is filled. Send letter of application, CV, and three letters of reference to academicemploym...@avila.edu and address your materials to: Charlene Gould, Ph.D., Dean College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences Avila University 11901 Wornall Road Kansas City, MO 64145-1698 Website: http://avila.edu __ InterPhil List Administration: https://interphil.polylog.org InterPhil List Archive: https://www.mail-archive.com/interphil@list.polylog.org/ __
InterPhil: JOB: Assistant Professor in Philosophy
__ Job Announcement Type: Assistant Professor in Philosophy Institution: Department of Philosophy, Ryerson University Location: Toronto, ON (Canada) Date: from 1.7.2017 Deadline: 6.12.2016 __ The Department of Philosophy at Ryerson University (www.ryerson.ca/philosophy) in Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. The position will commence on July 1, 2017 (subject to budgetary approval). The area of specialization is either (i) Non-Western Philosophy or (ii) Metaphysics and/or Epistemology. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Philosophy (or equivalent) by no later than June 30, 2017. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a variety of philosophy courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Candidates should have a strong research profile and/or evidence of an emerging scholarly record, evidence of high-quality teaching and student training, as well as capacity for collegial service. We strongly encourage applications from those who would contribute to the further diversification of our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Ryerson University and our Department are strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Candidates must have a demonstrated commitment to and meaningful experience with the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will be expected to demonstrate their ability to work with a diverse student population. The Philosophy Department, consisting of 16 tenured and tenure-track faculty members, prides itself on the quality of its teaching and the breadth and excellence of its research in both analytic and continental approaches and traditions. Applicants should submit their application online via the Faculty Recruitment Portal at www.ryerson.ca/jobs. Applications should include the following components uploaded, in the following order, as a single PDF: - a letter of application - a curriculum vitae - a statement of research interests (including plans for dissemination) - two recent writing samples - and results of teaching surveys (or equivalent evidence, such as a teaching dossier). Applicants should arrange for at least two confidential letters of reference to be sent to Mr. Ryan Walters at r2wal...@ryerson.ca. Any inquiries regarding the Faculty Recruitment Portal can be sent to Mr. Lindsay Wiener, HR Consulting Advisor, at l2wie...@ryerson.ca. Aboriginal candidates who would like to learn more about working at Ryerson University are welcome to contact Ms. Tracey King, M.Ed., Aboriginal HR Consultant, Aboriginal Recruitment and Retention Initiative, at t26k...@ryerson.ca. Applicants are asked to indicate in their application if they are a citizen or permanent resident of Canada. Applications must be received by December 6, 2016. Confidential inquiries can be directed to David Hunter, Chair of the Departmental Hiring Committee (david.hun...@ryerson.ca). Mailed and emailed applications will not be accepted. As an employer, Ryerson University is working towards a “people first” culture and we are proud to have been selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer for 2015 and 2016. To learn more about our work environment and innovative educational environment, visit http://www.ryerson.ca, check out @RyersonU, @RyersonHR and @RyersonEDI on Twitter, and visit our LinkedIn company page. This position falls under the jurisdiction of the Ryerson Faculty Association (RFA). The RFA collective agreement can be viewed on the RFA collective agreement page. A summary of RFA benefits can be found on the RFA benefits page. The RFA’s website can be found at: www.rfanet.ca. Ryerson University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. __ InterPhil List Administration: https://interphil.polylog.org InterPhil List Archive: https://www.mail-archive.com/interphil@list.polylog.org/ __
InterPhil: JOB: Assistant Professor of Philosophy
__ Job Announcement Type: Assistant Professor of Philosophy Institution: Whitman College Location: Walla Walla, WA (USA) Date: from August 2017 Deadline: 31.10.2016 __ Tenure-track position in Philosophy at the rank of Assistant Professor. We are seeking someone with an expertise in ethics from within any Asian tradition, African/a tradition, Native American or other Indigenous tradition, Arab or Islamic tradition, or other tradition that has not been standardly represented within the western philosophical canon. The successful candidate will be expected to offer at least three courses a year in ethics and/or applied ethics as well as courses that contribute to the College’s general education requirements. The candidate may have the option to cross-list courses in interdisciplinary departments and will have the flexibility to teach in accordance with her/his interests. The standard annual teaching load is five courses. A shortened tenure clock is possible for applicants with prior experience. The College provides a generous sabbatical leave program and professional development support for both research and teaching. Effective August 2017. Ph.D. in Philosophy is required. To apply, go to https://whitmanhr.simplehire.com/, click “Faculty” and “Assistant Professor of Philosophy”. The online application will prompt you to submit all of the required materials: a letter of application; separate statements addressing the candidate’s teaching interests and scholarly/performance agenda; curriculum vitae; the contact information for three people who will be contacted for letters of reference; graduate transcripts; and complete sets of teaching evaluations or other evidence of demonstrated or potential excellence in undergraduate instruction. In their application, candidates should address their interest in working at a liberal arts college with undergraduates, majors as well as non-majors, at all levels of instruction. In addition, because Whitman College is committed to cultivating a diverse learning community, applicants should explain how their classroom and scholarly practices will serve to create and sustain an inclusive learning environment. This statement can be included in the cover letter or the teaching statement. Deadline: Monday, October 31, 2016. No applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, gender, religion, age, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. For additional information about Whitman College and the Walla Walla area, see www.whitman.edu and www.wallawalla.org. Job posting: https://whitmanhr.simplehire.com/postings/1649 __ InterPhil List Administration: https://interphil.polylog.org InterPhil List Archive: https://www.mail-archive.com/interphil@list.polylog.org/ __
InterPhil: JOB: Assistant Professor in Philosophy
__ Job Announcement Assistant Professor in Philosophy Department of Social Inquiry, University of Wisconsin-Superior Superior, WI (USA) __ UW-Superior, Wisconsins Public Liberal Arts College, seeks candidates for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Philosophy, to begin August 2011. AOS: open, excluding Political Theory. AOC: ability to teach broadly in a variety of fields, such as Epistemology, Logic, Philosophy of Science and Philosophy of Religion. Feminist Philosophy or Theology, Non-Western or Comparative Philosophies and/or Religions highly desirable. The philosophy program at UWS currently includes one full-time faculty in an interdisciplinary department. Teaching load is four courses (12 credits) per semester. Required qualifications include university teaching experience, and Ph.D. in hand by June 1, 2011. At UW-Superior, inclusive excellence and diversity are valued assets and we strive to offer quality programs in an environment of trust and cooperation that centers on the worth of all individuals. The University is seeking candidates who will contribute to the achievement of this goal. Employment will require a criminal background check. AA/EOE Send letter of application, detailed statements of education and teaching philosophies, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching excellence, unofficial transcripts, and at least three letters of reference to: Karl F. Bahm, Chair, Philosophy Search Department of Social Inquiry University of Wisconsin-Superior PO Box 2000 Superior, WI 54880 USA Review of completed applications will commence on January 1, 2011, and will continue until position is filled. For further information, contact Karl Bahm at (715) 394-8586, kb...@uwsuper.edu, or see: http://web-2.uwsuper.edu/hr/employment/index.cfm __ InterPhil List Administration: http://interphil.polylog.org Intercultural Philosophy Calendar: http://cal.polylog.org __
