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Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, Social/Political or Ethics, Texas Tech University

9/27/2024

 
​The philosophy department at Texas Tech University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Professor of Philosophy beginning August 2025. Area of specialization: Social/Political or Ethics (with some preference given to Social/Political). Area of Concentration: Open. Undergraduate and graduate teaching. The teaching load is 2/2. Research expectations typical of major research institutions. Some thesis supervision. Service to the department, college, and university is expected. Salary competitive. Summer work available. In line with TTU’s strategic priorities to engage and empower a diverse student body, enable innovative research and creative activities, and transform lives and communities through outreach and engaged scholarship, applicants should have experience working with diverse student populations at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels within individual or across the areas of teaching, research/creative activity, and service. Apply electronically at the Texas Tech University Employment site at http://jobs.texastech.edu, and reference Requisition Number: 38752BR. Upload cover letter, CV, writing sample, research statement, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. At least three letters of recommendation should be submitted to [email protected]. Review of applications will begin immediately, and the application process will close November 1st, 2024. We will conduct first round interviews by Zoom. Questions can be addressed to Jeremy Schwartz at [email protected].

Postdoctoral Instructor, California Institute of Technology

9/19/2024

 
The Division of the Humanities and Social Sciences at the California Institute of Technology invites applications for a two-year Postdoctoral Instructor to begin in time for Caltech’s fall term 2025. We welcome applications from candidates working in the field of philosophy of science (broadly construed) and closely related areas. The successful candidate will be expected to teach two (approximately ten-week) undergraduate courses in the first year of their appointment and three undergraduate courses in their second year. The appointment is contingent upon completion of the Ph.D.

Interested candidates should apply electronically at https://applications.caltech.edu/jobs/philopd by uploading a cover letter, a research statement, three letters of recommendation, a current CV, a sample of original written work, and an education statement that addresses the applicant’s thoughts on classroom instruction, mentorship of students, and ways to foster an inclusive, equitable environment for those who come to Caltech with many different backgrounds and experiences. Candidates unable to apply electronically may send the above materials to: Chair, Philosophy Postdoc Search, HSS 101-40 Caltech, Pasadena, CA 91125.

Deadline for applications is November 1, 2024.
Hiring Salary: $70,264

As one of the largest employers in Pasadena, CA, Caltech is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. Learn more about our benefits and who is eligible.
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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

PPE Assistant Professor, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

9/19/2024

 
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
PPE Assistant Professor
Deadline: (Open Until Filled) October 15, 2024
 
Link to application: https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/288248
 
The Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) Program in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking to appoint a tenure-track Assistant Professor to serve as a core faculty member in our thriving Philosophy, Politics, and Economics Program and to take a leading role in developing and expanding the PPE Program and the PPE Society.   The position will begin on July 1, 2025.  The successful candidate will likely have a primary appointment in the Philosophy Department, which houses the PPE Program and the PPE Society, although appointment in either Political Science or Public Policy is a possibility, depending on the candidate’s qualifications. We welcome applications from candidates whose work aligns with our departmental mission as outlined on our website.
 
Salary commensurate with qualifications. Normal responsibilities include a standard 2-2 teaching load, graduate student supervision, committee work, and active support and engagement with PPE-related extracurricular activities.
 
Applications received by October 15, 2024 will receive full consideration. We will try to give the same consideration for applications that are received after October 15, 2024, but we cannot guarantee it. We will continue our review of applications until the position is filled.
 
Your application should include:
  • a cover letter that speaks explicitly and substantively to your interests in and ability to contribute to a Philosophy, Politics and Economics Program,
  • a curriculum vitae,
  • a writing sample,
  • a description of your research,
  • evidence of teaching quality, and
  • the names, titles, affiliations, and email addresses of those who are writing letters of recommendation for you (three are required, five are permitted). Recommenders identified by the applicant will be contacted via email with instructions for uploading their letters of support. Alternatively, applicants may list Interfolio as a reference and the application system will solicit recommendations directly from Interfolio. Please see the Interfolio information about Online Application Delivery. Finally, applicants may also and instead list the email address of a Graduate Coordinator willing to upload their confidential references instead of the referring faculty.

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Kori Hensell at [email protected].
 
Apply Here
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Tenure-Track Assistant Professor or Tenured Associated Professor, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

9/19/2024

 
The Department of Philosophy in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking to make one appointment, at either the level of Tenure-Track Assistant Professor or Tenured Associate Professor, to begin July 1, 2025 (although start date is negotiable). AOS and AOC open, but with an emphasis on medieval philosophy, early modern philosophy, aesthetics, philosophy of mind, philosophy of race and/or gender, metaphysics, and non-Western philosophy.

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 https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/287991. Review of dossiers will begin on October 1, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Professor Mariska Leunissen, Search Committee Chair, Department of Philosophy, CB#3125, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27599; [email protected].

Full-Time, Academic-Year, Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, California Polytechnic State University

9/19/2024

 
The Philosophy Department in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State  University, San Luis Obispo, California, is seeking applications for a full-time, academic-year,  tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin September 11, 2025. Area of Specialization (AOS):  Kant or German Idealism. Area of Concentration (AOC): History of Philosophy before Kant.  Special additional teaching needs: Early Modern Philosophy, Ancient Greek Philosophy, or  Medieval Philosophy.  
The ideal candidate will have a combination of university-level teaching experience and research  potential. We are seeking applicants with an earned or nearly complete Ph.D. in philosophy, with  demonstrable qualifications in Kant or German Idealism (Ph.D. must be complete by the date of  appointment). Primary teaching duties include a course on Kant and 19th Century Philosophy for philosophy majors as well as general education. Depending on department teaching needs and  the candidates teaching interests, the successful candidate would also teach other courses in the  history of philosophy, such as Early Modern Philosophy, Ancient Greek Philosophy, or  Medieval Philosophy. The successful candidate will be able to include traditionally marginalized  voices in their teaching of the history of philosophy. 
Salary: Anticipated Hiring Range: $81,888 - $87,550/year, $6,824-$7,296/month  
(Note that hiring level will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the  candidate.) 

Although Cal Poly is primarily a teaching university, our faculty are expected to balance  teaching with an active program of research/professional development (including publication),  student supervision and advising, and participation in service activities at the department and  college/university level. The typical teaching load is 12 units (three courses) per quarter, with a  reduction in course load in each of the first two years to help new faculty establish an active  program of research and professional development. Cal Poly strongly values diversity, equity,  and inclusion (DEI), especially in the classroom and among its areas of study. 
The College of Liberal Arts (CLA) sees diversity as central to its mission and is committed to  fostering an equitable and inclusive environment within the college and university. We value our  diversity of complex and intersecting identities, while striving to maintain an environment that is  socially just, equitable, respectful, and inclusive. The successful applicant should be able to  clearly demonstrate how they have infused these values and student learning objectives into their 
Philosophy TT Recruitment 24/25 - Kant or German Idealism REQ #540492 work. They should be prepared to present clear examples of how they would infuse these areas  into their work as a faculty member.  
At California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, we believe that cultivating an  environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students,  our employees, and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds,  experiences, and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal  Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic  engagement, and social and environmental responsibility. Cal Poly's commitment to DEI informs  our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. California Polytechnic State University is an  equal-opportunity employer. 
Due to CSU policies, the person hired must reside in the state of California at the time of hire  and for the entirety of the appointment.  
Required Qualifications 
• Ph.D. in philosophy, earned or nearing completion at time of application, and completed  by appointment date. 

• Evidence of potential for scholarly and/or creative achievement in the AOS.
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• Ability to teach courses in the AOS and AOC. 

• Ability to include traditionally marginalized voices in their teaching of the history of  philosophy. 

• Demonstrated university teaching experience. 
• Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language. 
Preferred Qualifications 
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching.
• Demonstrated ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings.
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative,  supportive, and inclusive environment.  

• Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring  professional capabilities. 

Special Conditions
Philosophy TT Recruitment 24/25 - Kant or German Idealism REQ #540492 

All CSU employees are designated "mandated reporters" under the California Child Abuse and  Neglect Reporting Act. As a condition of your employment, you will be required to comply with  the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 and any subsequent amendments.  
Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records  check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San  Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the  withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position  solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized  assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position  being sought.  
Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo  a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal  Poly has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of  individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety  and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or  individuals in the university community. 
For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is  committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community.  
In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the  CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and  prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California. 
About the Department 
Currently the Philosophy Department, in the College of Liberal Arts, has 15 professors,  including two religious studies professors, and 15 lecturers most of whom teach nearly full-time.  The department serves approximately 130 philosophy majors and 50 philosophy minors as well  as students throughout the university in General Education. The department's website  is
https://philosophy.calpoly.edu/

Philosophy TT Recruitment 24/25 - Kant or German Idealism REQ #540492 
How to Apply 
Candidates with complete files by the review begin date will be given full consideration.
To  apply, please visit http://jobs.calpoly.edu/ complete a required online faculty application  and apply to Requisition #540492. Please upload the following required materials as part of the  electronic application: 

• Current curriculum vitae.  

• Cover Letter: Describe your research specialization(s) and your ability to teach a course  on Kant and 19
th century philosophy as well as another area in the history of philosophy  prior to Kant. Emphasize any experience or abilities in including traditionally marginalized voices in the history of philosophy in your teaching.  

• Diversity Statement: Statement of demonstrated commitment to DEI in teaching,  scholarship, and/or service describing past experience, contributions to DEI efforts, the  impact on students, faculty, staff and/or your field, and a description of how you will  demonstrate a commitment in these areas in teaching, research, and/or service at Cal  Poly.  

• Unofficial transcripts showing highest degree earned; official transcripts showing earned  Ph.D. will be required prior to appointment.  

• Teaching portfolio: Provide sample course syllabi related to the AOS and AOC, and  evidence of teaching effectiveness including student evaluations. 
• Example of scholarship.  
Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses  when completing the online faculty application.  
Projected Start Date: September 11, 2025 
Review Begin Date: November 8, 2024. Applicants with complete files by the Review Begin  Date will be given full consideration. Applications received after this date may be considered.  
For questions about the position please contact Eleanor Helms via email at  [email protected]

Lecturer in Philosophy, University of California Santa Barbara

5/26/2024

 
Position overview 
Salary range: See https://ap.ucsb.edu/compensation.and.benefits/ucsb.salary.scales/15.pdf for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimated full-time rate for this position at 100% time is $66,259-$74,576 annually. Percent appointments may vary. 

Application Window 
Open date: May 20, 2024 
Next review date: Monday, Jun 3, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) 
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. 
Final date: Monday, Mar 31, 2025 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. 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, 2025 to accommodate department needs. 
The pool will close on March 31, 2025; 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. 
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Preferred qualifications 
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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)
• Contributions to Diversity (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/5271358
Help contact: [email protected]

​About UC Santa Barbara
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, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
Job location
Santa Barbara, CA
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/5271358
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Visiting Scholar, DePauw University

5/6/2024

 

Description
 
The Janet Prindle Institute for Ethics at DePauw University invites applications for the position of Nancy Schaenen Endowed Visiting Scholar of Ethics to begin in August 2024. This is a two-year term position with an option to extend for a third year by mutual agreement.
 
The Schaenen Scholar position has the following main responsibilities. First, to teach 3 courses per year in the appropriate academic department. Second, to share their research expertise to engage intellectually with the DePauw community. This could include public lectures, arranging symposia, hosting visiting scholars, leading faculty reading groups, serving as a guest lecturer in a class, and so on. Third, to assist with the educational and academic aspects of our student internship programs, by providing training and mentorship to student interns. Fourth, to help manage various aspects of the Institute’s programming, including reviewing paper submissions, course proposals, and funding proposals.
 
We seek a scholar with a strong background and record of accomplishment and/or promise in ethics. A Ph.D. (by the time of appointment) is required. A Ph.D. in Philosophy is preferred, although we will consider candidates from other fields. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in ethical analysis and argument applied to issues of practical, professional, personal, and social concern and should have the desire and ability to engage non-specialists at all levels. A commitment to teaching undergraduates in a liberal arts setting and evidence of effective and inclusive teaching are essential. The Prindle Institute specifically seeks candidates with an ability to teach in areas of applied ethics (e.g., bioethics, business ethics, technology ethics) and/or candidates with an ability to teach in the broad area of PPE (Philosophy, Politics, and Economics).
 
This position offers the benefits of time and resources for research and comes with a professional development budget. It also provides valuable administrative experience that should enable the successful candidate to contribute to or start another ethics center or program. Regular interaction with DePauw’s students will help develop the visiting scholar’s teaching, advising, and mentoring skills.
 
The Janet Prindle Institute for Ethics provides a compelling physical space and a distinctive forum for DePauw students, faculty, and staff that fosters ethics education, research, and dialogue. The Institute also has a national outreach mission to promote and encourage deep and careful thinking about ethical issues of immediate or perennial concern.
 
For further information about the Janet Prindle Institute for Ethics and its programming, please visit our website: https://www.prindleinstitute.org/
 
DePauw University is a leading, nationally recognized liberal arts university dedicated to educating over 1,800 highly talented, motivated, and diverse students from across the country and around the globe. Connected to the liberal arts college is one of the nation’s first Schools of Music, to be renamed The Institute of Music at DePauw in July 2024. For 185 years, DePauw has created an atmosphere of intellectual challenge and social engagement that prepares students for lifelong success. Located in Greencastle, Indiana, about a 45-minute drive west of Indianapolis, DePauw is a member of the Great Lakes Colleges Association. DePauw is committed to diversity and seeks to strengthen our institution through equitable and inclusive practices. Please see this profile for more information about DePauw University.
 
Application Instructions
 
Candidates should submit through Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/145677. Required materials include: a cover letter summarizing qualifications; CV; a statement of teaching philosophy; a statement of scholarly interests; evidence of effective teaching (such as sample syllabi or course evaluations); contact information for three professional references; and a copy of graduate transcripts. Application materials should provide evidence of a commitment to successfully fostering and engaging with a diversity of ideas and experiences to create an inclusive environment in the classroom and at the University. Review of applications will begin May 17, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. Please contact Jeff Dunn, Director of the Prindle Institute, at [email protected] with any questions.

Postdoctoral Scholar in Analytic Philosophy, Vassar College

4/8/2024

 
Position Information

Posting Details

Position Title: Postdoctoral Scholar in Analytic Philosophy
Department: Philosophy Department
Duration of Position: Academic year/Full time
Employee Type: Faculty
Posting Number: F113P
Position Introduction: The Department of Philosophy at Vassar College invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in Analytic Philosophy beginning Fall 2024.

AA Statement: Vassar College is deeply committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and the curriculum, and to promoting an environment of equality,
inclusion, and respect for difference. Candidates who can contribute to this goal
through their teaching, research, advising, and other activities are encouraged to
identify their strengths and experiences in this area. The College is an Equal
Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and especially welcomes applications
from veterans, women, individuals with disabilities, and members of racial, ethnic,
and other groups whose underrepresentation in the American professoriate has been
severe and longstanding.

About Vassar College: Vassar is a highly selective, coeducational liberal arts college of about 2400 undergraduate students, located in the Hudson Valley, seventy-five miles north of New York City. Vassar stands upon the homelands of the Munsee Lenape. The College is located in Poughkeepsie, home to a culturally diverse community, and benefits from convenient commuter rail access to New York City. Vassar faculty are committed teachers/scholars who bring research and creative discovery to life for students in classrooms, labs, and studios and in individually-mentored projects. They teach broadly in the curricula of their departments, advise students, and serve on college-wide and departmental committees. The College maintains a generous leave policy, provides strong support for research, and encourages multidisciplinary
approaches to teaching.

Position Description: The Department of Philosophy at Vassar College invites applications for a postdoctoral scholar specializing in analytic philosophy. Applicants must be prepared to teach courses in both Metaphysics and Philosophy of Language. We are particularly interested in candidates with training in some area of non-western philosophy. The teaching load is 3 courses per year, and the position includes research funds. The term of the position is two years, beginning August 2024. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in hand by the starting date.

Salary Wage Range Pay Transparency Disclosure: The annual base starting salary range for this full-time postdoctoral fellowship is $80,000 (USD).

How to Apply: Applications should be addressed to the department chair, Jamie Kelly, and submitted online at https://employment.vassar.edu/postings/3786.

To apply, candidates should upload:
• a cover letter
• C.V.
• diversity statement (see https://offices.vassar.edu/dean-of-the-faculty/positions/candidate-diversity-statement/)
• sample syllabi for at least two courses,
• graduate school transcript (unofficial copies accepted for initial application),
• writing sample
• and at least three letters of recommendation.
For applicant inquiries, please reach out to [email protected]. Review of applications will commence on April 21, 2024, and will continue until the position has been filled. Applications received after that date are not guaranteed to be reviewed.

Open Until Filled: Yes

For full consideration applicants should apply by: 04/21/2024
Anticipated Start: Fall 2024
Anticipated End: Spring 2026
Special Instructions to Applicants: All attachments must be in PDF or Word format.
Quicklink for Posting: https://employment.vassar.edu/postings/3786

Applicant Documents:
Required Documents
1. Cover Letter
2. Vita
3. Diversity Statement
4. Sample Syllabi
5. Transcripts 1
6. Writing Sample
Optional Documents
None

Professor, Guyer Seevers Endowed Chair in Natural Resources Conservation

3/19/2024

 
The Department of Community Sustainability (CSUS) at Michigan State University invites applications for the Guyer-Seevers Endowed Chair in Natural Resources Conservation, a tenure system position to be hired at the level of full professor.

We seek a colleague with a clear vision of establishing an integrated program of research, Extension, and teaching who embraces the Department’s core value of community engagement. They will take a leadership role in bringing together interested parties across jurisdictions and across disciplinary boundaries to tackle landscape-level conservation challenges in Michigan and the Great Lakes region at the intersection of water, climate, biodiversity and environmental justice.

Applicants should apply on-line at https://careers.msu.edu/en-us/job/517773/prof-guyer-seevers-chair-tenure-sys
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MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer

Marc Sanders Foundation

2/9/2024

 
Philosophy in Media aims to identify and develop academically-trained philosophers to write, speak to, and produce for the general public in the major media market spaces. We concluded a year-long initial run of the program here with support from the John D. Templeton Foundation. Now, with a three-year grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, we are calling for applications for 2024 Media Fellows.

Fellows will be academically-trained philosophers of all career stages who aim to write, speak to, and produce media for the general public in the form of op-eds and short essays, book reviews, longform essays or journalism, trade-book writing, or podcasting. Fellows can be from all areas of philosophy, but they must indicate both their professional areas of specialization and competence, as well as the topics or areas they would like to talk about when they speak to the public. Special consideration will be given to applicants whose professional or public-facing work focuses on race and racism, social justice, applied ethics of biology, technology, or other special sciences, and to applicants who are affiliated with HBCUs, Hispanic-serving institutions, Tribal colleges/universities, or underserved/under-resourced smaller regional or state schools.

Successful fellows will receive a $3000 stipend, and full room and board at one of our three media workshops, to be held between June 23rd-July 6th, 2024. Final dates to be announced. Workshops will be held at Tarrytown Estates in Tarrytown, NY, just north of New York City. One workshop will focus on op-ed/short essay and trade books, one on long form magazine writing, and one on podcast production and distribution. All will be led by esteemed media editors, producers, publishers, and agents.

Confirmed workshop leaders are: Joshua Rothman, Ideas Editor at The New Yorker; Larissa Macfarquhur, Staff Writer, The New Yorker; Latif Nasser, Host, WNYC’s Radiolab; Mia Lobel, former head of content at Pushkin Industries and Executive Producer of Revisionist History; James Ryerson, Opinion Editor at The New York Times; and others to be announced. Each workshop will be three days long. Travel to and from the venue will be covered by Media Fellows.

​Applicants must fill out the application HERE and upload a CV and Cover Letter (1-2 pages). Cover letter must contain specific information to be competitive. Please watch the video on the submission page for instructions.
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