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The Department of Philosophy in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking to make two appointments, at either the level of tenure-track Assistant Professor or Tenured Associate Professor, to begin July 1, 2024 (although start date is negotiable). AOS and AOC open. Significant promise of research excellence is a necessary condition for consideration, as is evidence of significant skills in teaching. The successful applicant will normally teach two courses per semester (graduate and/or undergraduate); will be involved in thesis supervision; and will have other standard non-teaching duties such as departmental administration, graduate and undergraduate mentorship, and participation in our department’s vigorous intellectual life.
In your application, please include a cover letter, writing sample, CV, and some evidence of significant skill in teaching and mentoring a broad base of graduate or undergraduate students. Also, please arrange for us to receive four letters of recommendation in support of your application. We seek applicants who strive to promote access to resources and promote student success in a public university setting where students reflect the socioeconomic, racial, religious, and other diverse characteristics across the state. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. Apply online at htps://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/265832. Review of dossiers will begin on November 1, 2023 and will continue until both positions are filled. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Professor Mariska Leunissen, Search Commitee Chair, Department of Philosophy, CB#3125, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27599; mleunissen@unc.edu Tenure Track position in Philosophy of Race, with specialization in African and African Diaspora philosophy
Boston College: Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences: Philosophy Description Assistant Professor of Philosophy, tenure-track. AOS: Philosophy and Race, specifically in the areas of African and/or African Diaspora thought. AOC: some combination of value theory, social and political philosophy, and/or philosophy of law. Broad competence in the history of philosophy is required. The successful candidate will offer courses that also serve our African and African Diaspora Studies program. Qualifications Applicants must have a record of strong research and show outstanding research potential, as well as demonstrated excellence in teaching philosophy. Responsibilities include undergraduate core and elective courses and graduate courses (2-2 course load) plus Ph.D. supervision and service to the department. The department supports an interdisciplinary core program in the study of major philosophical and religious texts (Perspectives on Western Culture) and a program of ethical, political and theological analysis for students engaged in service projects (PULSE Program). Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic university that strives to integrate research excellence with a foundational commitment to formative liberal arts education. Readiness to contribute to all of the above will be regarded as an asset. EO/AAE. Women, persons of color, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. Application Instructions Dossiers must include: cover letter, CV, statements on teaching and on research, sample of publications, and three confidential letters of recommendation. To be considered for the position, applicants must apply online by November 1, 2023. Apply at https://apply.interfolio.com/131080. Review of applications to begin immediately. Position begins in Fall 2024. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Boston College conducts pre-employment background checks as part of the hiring process. Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic university that strives to integrate research excellence with a foundational commitment to formative liberal arts education. The university is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. In concert with our Jesuit, Catholic mission, Boston College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and covered veterans. Georgetown University: Main Campus: College of Arts & Sciences: Philosophy
Location Washington DC Open Date Sep 11, 2023 Deadline Oct 15, 2023 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time Description The Department of Philosophy at Georgetown University invites applications for a tenure-track position to begin in August 2024. The teaching load is two courses per semester, with teaching responsibilities at both the undergraduate and graduate level. Additional responsibilities include graduate supervision and standard departmental and university service. We are looking for candidates whose area of specialization is ancient Greek philosophy. Qualications A Ph.D. in philosophy or a closely allied eld is required prior to appointment start date. Candidates must have prociency in ancient Greek. Candidates must show strong promise of excellence in teaching as well as research. Application Instructions Click on Apply Now to submit the following required materials:
Applications are due by October 15, 2023. We aim to conduct Zoom interviews with candidates in the second half of November and to arrange campus visits for finalists during the first half of December. A job offer will be made in January or February. We will ask candidates whom we interview to provide a statement of teaching philosophy and either a teaching portfolio or evidence of the potential for excellence in teaching. For questions related to this position, please contact Prof. Nancy Sherman (Nancy.Sherman@georgetown.edu) Application Process This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge. Apply Now (https://dossier.interfolio.com/apply/131635) Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (https://policymanual.hr.georgetown.edu/https%3A//policymanual.gudrupal.georgetown.edu/201-Equal- Employment-Opportunity-Affirmative-Action) fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf). If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click here (https://ideaa.georgetown.edu/accommodations/procedures/applicants) for more information, or contact the Oce of Institutional Diversity, Equity & Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at (202) 687-4798. The Macalester College Department of Philosophy invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, to begin in the fall semester of 2024. The successful candidate should have a PhD in Philosophy (in hand or expected) and show potential for excellence in research and undergraduate teaching.
Area of specialization: Philosophy of Science (broadly construed). Area of competence: open, but candidate must have the ability to teach introductory logic. The standard teaching load is five courses per year, with usual non-teaching duties expected. The first year normally carries a one-course reduction in teaching. Salary and benefits are competitive. To apply, submit a cover letter, CV, writing sample, evidence of teaching effectiveness, three letters of recommendation, and a DEI statement (see below) to www.academicjobsonline.org. The evidence of teaching effectiveness should include a statement of teaching philosophy, at least two sample syllabi (preferably taught or assisted by the candidate), and sample course evaluations. Online applications only. Complete applications received by November 12, 2023 will be given full consideration. Questions about the position or application should be addressed to Samuel Asarnow (sasarnow@macalester.edu). At Macalester College, diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to our educational mission and values. We are committed to the institutional change required for visioning and realizing a more equitable and socially just college and society. We thus ask all candidates to address the following in their DEI statement (no more than three single-spaced pages): demonstrated activity and contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in their teaching, scholarship, service, and/or community engagement; and experience and vision regarding teaching and mentorship of students of multiple and diverse backgrounds, with attention to students who experience structural barriers that limit access to educational opportunities. Macalester College is a highly selective, private liberal arts college in the vibrant and diverse Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area, which has a population of more than three million and is home to numerous colleges and universities, including the University of Minnesota. Macalester’s diverse student body comprises over 2000 undergraduates (14% international and 32% US students of color), who hail from 45 states and over 70 nations. The College maintains a longstanding commitment to academic excellence, with a special emphasis on internationalism, multiculturalism, and service to society. We are especially interested in applicants dedicated to excellence in teaching and research/creative activity within a liberal arts college community. As an Equal Opportunity employer supportive of affirmative efforts to achieve diversity among its faculty, Macalester College strongly encourages applicants from women, non-binary people, and members of historically underrepresented groups. International scholars will receive H-1B visa assistance if selected for this position. We acknowledge that Macalester College is located on the ancestral homeland of the Dakota people, who were forcibly exiled because of aggressive and persistent settler colonialism. Please note that candidates who are invited for a campus interview will be required to complete faculty screening questions, and offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check at the time of offer. Position Description
The Department of Philosophy at the University of Chicago invites applications for a position as Associate or Full Professor to begin July 1, 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter. We welcome applications in any of the following areas of specialization: (1) Metaphysics, (2) Nonwestern Philosophy, (3) Social and Political Philosophy (including Philosophy of Race or Gender), (4) Ancient Greek and Roman Metaphysics, or (5) Early Modern Philosophy. Minimum teaching load for the position will be four courses per year over three quarters, at graduate and undergraduate levels, and usual dissertation, committee, and advising responsibilities. Qualifications We seek a colleague with an ambitious research agenda yielding active and innovative scholarship, characterized by originality of standpoint, depth and significance of analysis, cogency of argument, and knowledge of relevant languages and literatures. Successful applicants will contribute to the scholarly community of the department and university and will have the ability to be an excellent teacher in the university’s Core Curriculum, in introductory and advanced undergraduate courses in Philosophy, and in graduate courses related to their area of expertise. A PhD in Philosophy or a related field is required. Application Instructions Required elements of the application: • cover letter • CV All items must be submitted via the University’s Academic Recruitment site (Interfolio): http://apply.interfolio.com/130444. Review of applications will begin on October 2nd and will continue until the positing is closed or the position is filled. Applicants may be asked to provide additional materials following the initial review. Questions may be sent to philosophy_searches@lists.uchicago.edu with the subject heading SENIOR SEARCH. Position contingent upon budgetary approval. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All University departments and institutes are charged with building a faculty from a diversity of backgrounds and with diverse viewpoints; with cultivating an inclusive community that values freedom of expression; and with welcoming and supporting all their members. We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages diverse perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange. The University’s Statements on Diversity are at https://provost.uchicago.edu/statements-diversity. The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request. Lecturer in Philosophy (Full-time)
Position Category: Faculty FLSA: Exempt FTE: .75 Location: Thousand Oaks University Background: Cal Lutheran is a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and McNair Institution, and we are looking for candidates with a demonstrated commitment to and success working in diverse, multi- cultural and multi-racial communities, particularly in mentoring African American, Latinx, and Native American students. Cal Lutheran encourages applicants from all faiths or none, and advocates for justice and fairness for all people. We are an accredited, private, comprehensive university that engages students in critical inquiry and dedicated to educating leaders for a global society. The Thousand Oaks campus is located midway between Santa Barbara and Los Angeles and is home to more than 2,500 undergraduate and 1,110 graduate students who come from 59 countries and represent a variety of faiths. 52% of Cal Lutheran students are from underrepresented groups, and 40% of freshmen are first generation students. Cal Lutheran Faculty are 29% people of color. The mission of the University is to educate leaders for a global society who are strong in character and judgment, confident in their identity and vocation, and committed to service and justice. Basic Function: California Lutheran University invites applications for a Lecturer in Philosophy with a focus in Ethics and Latin American Philosophy. The successful candidate should have a strong background (AOS) in Ethics, competence (AOS or AOC) in Latin American Philosophy, and be able to teach other courses in the department (an ability to teach Business Ethics, Ethics, Social Ethics, and Latin American Philosophy is required, and an ability to teach Feminism and/or Philosophy of Race and/or Oppression & Liberation is preferred). Teaching experience (and/or strong potential) and an interest in public and pre-college philosophy is desirable. The standard teaching load is four courses per semester and the successful candidate is expected to work with colleagues from other disciplines to participate in constructive dialogue on issues that we are facing in the 21st century by building upon sources from across intellectual streams. It is also expected that, after the first year of teaching, the person hired will take an active role in first-year advising. Representative Duties: • Provide academic instruction to students through lecture, lab, or performance courses. Create assignments and activities in one-on-one, classroom, and distance mediated instructional settings for development of cognitive abilities, communication skills, and higher order thinking skills among students. E • Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback in a timely manner to student inquiries in class, online, or during established consultation office hours. E • Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum; prepare and submit grades, data, and reports related to course and student progress in a timely manner. E • Provide a course syllabus to students in each class within the first week of the class, as outlined in the faculty handbook. E • Adhere to the responsibilities related to teaching, advising and service, as outlined in the faculty handbook. E • Attend and participate on committees and in department, division, campus, and University meetings. E • Evening and weekend hours may be required. E • Primary responsibilities for this position include teaching the following undergraduate courses (32 units): Ethics, Business Ethics, Social Ethics, Latin American Philosophy, and Feminism and/or Philosophy of Race and/or Oppression & Liberation. E • Performs related duties as assigned. Essential Duties: Knowledge Of: • Current theory and practice within the subject discipline • Principles and best practices of effective teaching • Student learning outcomes and methods of assessment • University curricula • Community and campus resources, services, programs, and professionals available to students • Methods of gathering, analyzing, and preparing data • Modern computing technology • Record keeping techniques with regard to student enrollment, attendance, and progress • Ethics and Latin American Philosophy. Ability To: • Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge in the subject field or discipline • Deliver course curricula in various learning styles • Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, and ethnic background of University students • Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the needs of students with disabilities • Integrate current and emerging instructional delivery technologies into the learning process to enhance teaching and the educational experience • Maintain professional standards that protect student confidentiality • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing using tact, patience, and courtesy • Establish and maintain effective working relationships • Work constructively with their colleagues and to treat faculty, staff, administrators, and students with respect and professionalism • Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action • Demonstrate commitment to professional excellence and continuous growth within subject field or discipline • Satisfactorily fulfill a faculty member’s duties and responsibilities and making significant contributions to the University community. Minimum Qualifications: Possession of an appropriate Master’s Degree in Philosophy. Preferred Qualifications: • Possession of a Ph.D. in from an accredited institution. ABD will be considered. • Aside from a strong background in Ethics and Latin American Philosophy, we prefer a candidate who is focused on issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion. • Aside from teaching Ethics and Latin American Philosophy, an ability to teach Social Ethics, and Business Ethics is required, and an ability to teach Feminism and/or Philosopy of Race and/or Oppression & Liberation is preferred. Licenses and Other Requirements: None Physical Abilities: Detect to understand appropriate written correspondence; communicate clearly to exchange information in person and via the telephone or video; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery; stationary position for extended periods of time; move or transport light objects; position self to store and/or retrieve files. Working Environment: Indoor classroom environment; subject to visiting a variety of classroom sites on campus. Hiring Range $56,000-$70,000 Posting Number: Faculty000882020 Open Date: 08/01/2023 Close Date: 11/17/2023 To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/4492540 California Lutheran University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment for all persons, regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable law. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program, activity or facility of the University on the basis of these factors in a manner consistent with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, ordinances, orders and rules, and University’s policies, procedures, and processes. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process can be provided to individuals with qualifying disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information or to request an accommodation. Position overview
Salary range: See Table 15 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimated full-time rate for this position at 100% time is $64,329-$72,403 annually. Percent appointments may vary. Application Window Open date: May 26, 2023 Next review date: Friday, Jun 9, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Sunday, Mar 31, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled. Position description The Department of Philosophy at UC Santa Barbara invites applicants for lecturer positions during the academic year, including summer. The Department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service. Questions about the position may be directed to the Academic Personnel Coordinator at 805-893-7151. More information about our department can be found at http://www.philosophy.ucsb.edu. Salary is based on UC's salary scales and depends on qualifications. The posting will remain open until March 31, 2024 to accommodate department needs. The pool will close on March 31, 2024; if you would like to continue to be considered after that time, and the pooled position is advertised again, you will need to submit a new application. Please note: The use of a lecturer pool does not guarantee that an open position exists at the time you are applying. See the review date specified in UC Recruit to learn whether the department is currently reviewing applications for an upcoming opening. If there is no future review date specified, your application may not be considered at this time. Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application) A Masters degree in Philosophy and at least one year of teaching experience. Preferred qualifications A Ph.D. in Philosophy is preferred but not required. Application Requirements Document requirements • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. • Cover Letter • Statement of Teaching (Optional) Reference requirements • 3-5 letters of reference required Applicants will be asked to name 3-5 references, and the applicant must request letters to complete their application. The online system will then contact your references with instructions about how to upload their letters. Apply link: https://apptrkr.com/4226282 Help contact: nmaisha@ucsb.edu Campus Information The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of receiving the COVID-19 Vaccine Primary Series or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, Religious Objection, and/or Deferral based on pregnancy or recent COVID-19 diagnosis and/or treatment) no later than the applicable deadline. All Covered Individuals must also provide proof of receiving the most recent CDC- recommended COVID-19 booster or properly decline such booster no later than the applicable deadline. New University of California employees should refer to https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy#page=44, Section II.C. of the https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy#page=13 for applicable deadlines. All Covered Individuals must also provide proof of being Up-To- Date on seasonal influenza vaccination or properly decline such vaccination no later than the applicable deadline. Please refer to the https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy#page=51. (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.) Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. Job location Santa Barbara, CA To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/4226282 Copyright ©2022 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. https://www.jobelephant.com/ The Roger Mudd Center for Ethics seeks candidates for the 2023-2025 Mudd Center for Ethics Postdoctoral Fellowship. Postdoctoral fellows will be expected to teach three undergraduate courses during the year, typically including one course in the fall, one course in the winter, and one course in the 4-week spring term. At least two of these courses should align with the Mudd Center’s programmatic theme for the year. Courses are chosen in consultation with the Director. In addition, the Mudd Ethics Fellow will be expected to assist with administrative duties within the Mudd Center, participate in all Mudd Center activities, interact with and advise undergraduates affiliated with the Mudd Center, and help foster an interdisciplinary ethics community across the College, the Williams School of Commerce, Economics, and Politics, and the School of Law.
The Division of the Humanities and the College of the University of Chicago invite applications for appointment as Assistant Instructional Professor to teach in the Master of Arts Program in the Humanities (MAPH) and in a relevant department. The application is open to individuals with a specialty in any field in the humanities who also have the ability to teach in the MAPH curriculum; we particularly encourage applicants with a background in either Philosophy or Art History to apply. The start date of the appointment will be September 1, 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter. Appointment will be made at the rank of Assistant Instructional Professor for an initial term of two years with reappointment and progression possible following review. Responsibilities include both teaching and service duties. Teaching consists of five courses per academic year: one section of the MAPH Core Course “Foundations of Interpretive Theory;” one section of the MAPH thesis preparation course in the Winter and Spring Quarters; two additional courses in a department relevant to the selected candidate’s expertise.
The Philosophy Department at Colgate University invites applications for two one-year visiting assistant professor positions, both beginning fall semester 2023. Position #1: AOS: Open. AOC: Environmental Ethics. Position #2: AOS: Open. AOC: Open, but the department has teaching needs in philosophy of race, non-Western philosophy, and Kant and 19th Century Philosophy. All applications received will be considered for both positions. Teaching load for each position is five courses per year. Completion of the Ph.D. in philosophy is required prior to or shortly after the date of hire.
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