Jobs in Philosophy in Americas
Department: Philosophy
Rank: Assistant or Associate Professor
Search #: 13-027
Posted: Oct 15, 2012
Specialization(s): Biomedical Ethics or Ethics of Genetic Engineering or Applied Ethics, plus one of the natural sciences or STS (Science, Technology and Society)
Brief Description of Duties/Responsibilities:
Normal teaching load is four courses per semester, which could be reduced for significant curriculum development and research. Successful candidate will be expected to teach two Ethics courses in the general education program, one course in area of specialization, and one related upper-division course, such as Philosophy of Science. All faculty share student advising and committee assignments.
Required Qualifications:
Degrees in both Philosophy and in a natural science or in the field of Science, Technology and Society (STS). The applicant should have a PhD in one and an advanced degree, or equivalent, in the other.
Evidence of ability to teach university courses. Ability to engage in meaningful scholarship/creative activity, leading to presentations at professional meetings and publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Preferred Qualifications:
PhD in biomedical ethics or ethics of genetic engineering or applied ethics, plus an advanced degree in a natural science or Science, Technology and Society. Demonstrated record of leadership in university curriculum development.
Application Process:
Send a complete dossier electronically by accessing the following Interfolio URL: https://secure.interfolio.com/apply/17693
The dossier should include a resumé, sample syllabus, teaching evaluations, 3 letters of recommendation, and a sample publication.
In order for your application to be given full consideration, all materials must be received by February 28, 2013. Position will remain open until filled.
SCSU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and strongly encourages women and minority group member applications.
The Department of Philosophy and the Centre for Jewish Studies at the University of Toronto invite applications for the Senator Jerahmiel S. and Carole S. Grafstein Chair in Jewish Philosophy, a tenure-stream position in Jewish Philosophy at the rank of Assistant/Associate or Full Professor. The endowed Chair appointment is for an initial five-year term, with the possibility of renewal following a favourable review. The appointment (51% at Philosophy and 49% at Jewish Studies) will begin on July 1, 2013, by which time the successful candidate must hold a Ph.D.
Candidates must demonstrate excellence in, and commitment to, both research and teaching. The Chair holder will be familiar with the Jewish textual canon and its original languages. The successful candidate will teach courses in the Philosophy Department at the graduate and undergraduate level, and contribute to the integration of Jewish philosophy into the undergraduate and graduate programs in Jewish Studies. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The University of Toronto, Department of Philosophy is a tri-campus graduate department, consisting of all philosophy faculty appointed to the St. George, Mississauga (UTM), and Scarborough (UTSC) campuses. Graduate teaching and supervision typically take place on the St. George campus.
All qualified candidates are invited to apply by visiting https://utoronto.taleo.net/careersection/10050/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job.... Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement outlining current and future research interests, a sample of academic writing, and a teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy). If you have questions about this position, please contact search [dot] philosophy [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca. All application materials should be submitted online.
The U of T application system can accommodate up to five attachments (10 MB) per candidate profile; please combine attachments into one or two clearly labelled files in PDF/MS Word format. Submission guidelines can be found at: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply.
Applicants should also ask at least three referees to send letters directly to the department via e-mail to search [dot] philosophy [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca by the closing date, December 15, 2012. This search will remain open until filled. This e-mail address may also be used to send additional documents that cannot be accommodated using the online application system.
To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by December 15, 2012. The University of Toronto offers the opportunity to teach, conduct research and live in one of the most diverse and cosmopolitan areas in the world. For more information about the Department of Philosophy, please visit http://philosophy.utoronto.ca.
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY, Burnaby, BRITISH COLUMBIA, Canada. Four-year limited term appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor; beginning 1 September 2013, with some possibility of a tenure–track position at the end of the contract. AOS: Open AOC: Open. Ph.D. required by 1 September 2013. Teaching duties include undergraduate and graduate instruction as well as graduate supervision; normally two courses per term, one term research, on a trimester system. For additional information about the department consult: http://www.sfu.ca/philosophy . Applicants should send, in pdf format, a letter of application, a CV, a writing sample, and teaching portfolio to wwwphil [__at__] sfu [dot] ca . Applicants should instruct at least three referees to send letters, also in pdf, to the same address. Review of applications will begin January 3rd, 2013 and continue until the position is filled.
Simon Fraser University is committed to the principle of equity in employment and offers equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Under the authority of the University Act, personal information that is required by the University for academic appointment competition will be collected. For further details see: http://www.sfu.ca/vpacademic/Faculty_Openings/Collection_Notice.html
The ideal candidate will be an experienced scholar who has administrative experience or shows promise as such. Interested persons should be able to teach two or more core courses in Black Studies. Scholarly specialization is open, but the ability to teach and conduct research in one or more of the following areas is a plus: African American expressive culture, including forms, traditions, and factors impacting cultural production; Black politics, elite structures, and power in American society; African American social and cultural movements; African American community life, including but not limited to comparative religious expression, philosophical traditions, family, entrepreneurial activity, media traditions and representations, health beliefs and behavior, psychology, intellectual history, and womanist perspectives. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Additional details about this position:
http://cas.umkc.edu/blackstudies/pdfs/professor-director-black-studies-p...
Applicant packets will only be accepted through UMKC Human Resources online job search.
"The University of Missouri-Kansas City recognizes that a diverse faculty, staff and student body enriches the educational experiences of the entire campus and greater community. To this end, UMKC is committed to recruiting and retaining faculty, students and staff who will further enrich our campus diversity and making every attempt to support their academic, professional and personal success."
"Applicants who are not U.S. citizens must state their current visa and residency status."
"UMKC is an Equal Access, Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer, fully committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff."
Job Description
Responsible for providing quality instruction to students through well prepared classes, relevant assignments, fair and holistic assessment of learning, clear documentation of student progress, and support of the academic success for at-risk students.
•Teach assigned courses
•Adequately prepare all course materials and lessons. Note preparation time will vary based on instructor experience in teaching that course
•Provide each student with clear course expectations, evaluations and timelines through carefully written topical outlines and approved, standardized syllabus
•Provide Interesting and relevant assignments for students that demonstrate learning outcomes in a real-life setting
•Suitably challenge, engage, serve and communicate with students to encourage their participation and learning while maintaining mutual value and respect
•Complete grade books, final grade sheets, learning assessments and final exam assessments on a timely basis
•Respond to student questions on a timely basis
•Identify and refer at-risk students to specific academic support services
•Ensure course and program learning outcomes are delivered as defined by the syllabus.
•Act as a substitute as needed
•Attend graduation ceremonies each year
•Where applicable, ensure safety and sanitation of all labs, equipment and supplies
•Post and maintain office and classroom schedules
•Participate in and provide feedback to institutional committees and reporting.
•Work with program chair and other appropriate groups on retention activities.
•Provide mentoring to new faculty
•Assist director of education in program evaluation and planning
•Attend regularly scheduled in-services and discipline specific professional development activities.
•Responsible to maintain credentials as required by accrediting councils/agencies and regulatory bodies
Required Skills
•Strong organizational skills
•Proficiency in Word and Outlook
•Expertise in interpersonal and oral presentation/written communication skills, as demonstrated by: data sheet, diplomas, degrees, transcripts, certifications, CVs/Resumes, and personal interview.
Required Experience
◦Possesses a minimum of two (2) years of occupational (i.e., practical) experience in the subject field in which they teach; specific concentration in Philosophy or Communications required
◦Candidate must have obtained at least a conferred Master’s from an accredited U.S. college/university or international equivalent, additional requirements driven by state licensing or accreditation considerations may apply.
◦Candidate will also be required to complete a satisfactory background check.
◦Candidate will be required to submit a resume and/or curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy and copies of unofficial transcripts (all degree levels) with their application
Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas, USA Assistant Professor EXTENDED DEADLINE Applications Accepted Until: 11.27.12
Assistant Professor, Tenure Track, beginning August 2013 AOS: Philosophical or Mathematical Logic or Philosophy of Mathematics. AOC: open, with some preference for teaching competence in Ancient. Applicants who are ABD will be considered, but appointment as Assistant Professor will require that the Ph.D. be in hand before August 2013; otherwise the appointment will be as Instructor. Five undergraduate courses per year, standard committee work. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to and appreciation for teaching students from diverse, multi-cultural backgrounds. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Send application package (Letter of application, CV, sample paper, research and teaching statements, and evidence of teaching competence submitted as a single PDF file plus 3 letters of recommendation to philosophy [__at__] ksu [dot] edu). Applications will be accepted through November 27, 2012. Kansas State University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer actively seeking diversity among its employees. The Philosophy Department strongly encourages applications from women and minorities. In accordance with Kansas Board of Regents policy, the University is required to run a background check on the final candidate.
The Department of Philosophy is seeking applications for a full-time tenure-track professor position, with a specialization in continental philosophy (19th-20th century), at the rank of assistant professor.
Responsibilities
The appointed candidate will be expected to teach at all three levels of the curriculum, supervise graduate students, engage in ongoing research and publication, and contribute to the academic life and reputation of the University.
Requirements
• PhD in philosophy.
• Specialization in continental philosophy (19th-20th century).
• Teaching and research experience.
• A high-quality publication record.
• Proficiency in the French language. The Université de Montréal is a Québec university with an international reputation. French is the language of instruction. To renew its teaching faculty, the University is intensively recruiting the world’s best specialists. In accordance with the institution’s language policy
[http://secretariatgeneral.umontreal.ca/fileadmin/user_upload/secretariat/doc_officiels/reglements/administration/adm10-34_politique-linguistique.pdf], the Université de Montréal provides support for newly-recruited faculty to attain proficiency in French.
Senior-level appointment, beginning July 1, 2013. Salary competitive.
The Department of Philosophy at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte seeks an outstanding senior scholar as Department Chair. The area of teaching and research is open. Candidates must have: 1) a doctoral degree in philosophy; 2) credentials appropriate for appointment at the rank of full professor; 3) a strong record of publishing in philosophy; and 4) a commitment to promote diversity as a value in the department, college and university. Administrative experience is preferred, and a record of success in securing extramural funding is highly desirable.
The Department offers a major and minor, a Graduate Certificate in Applied Ethics, and an M.A. in Ethics and Applied Philosophy. Our department has connections to other units across the university, both at the graduate and undergraduate levels, and we are closely affiliated with UNC Charlotte's Center for Professional and Applied Ethics, with which the Chair will be expected to collaborate regularly for campus events and initiatives. The Department is committed to an intertraditional approach to philosophy, growth in the major and graduate programs, and strong practical and engaged research. The ideal Chair will embrace and augment those commitments. (For more information on the Department, see our website: http://philosophy.uncc.edu.)
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is a doctoral, research-intensive university, located in one of the nation’s fastest-growing metropolitan areas on an expanding modern campus. One of sixteen campuses in one of the oldest public university systems in the United States, UNC Charlotte offers over 26,000 culturally diverse students a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Charlotte's metropolitan area is rich in cultural and racial diversity (over 40% Hispanic/Latino and African-American) and our faculty strives to reflect and interact positively with that population. The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences houses 20 departments in the humanities, social and behavioral sciences, physical sciences, and military sciences, as well as 8 research centers and institutes and 13 interdisciplinary programs.
Applications must be submitted electronically at https://jobs.uncc.edu and the following documents should be attached: cover letter describing your qualifications and approach to leadership, teaching, and scholarship; CV; and names and contact information of three references.
AA/EOE employer. Minorities, women, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. Screening of applications begins November 15, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled.
For Additional Information about this position, contact:
Ronald F. Lunsford
Chair, Search Committee for Philosophy Chair
UNC Charlotte
9201 University City Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28223
(704) 687-4223
rflunsfo [__at__] uncc [dot] edu
The Department of Philosophy at Queen’s University announces the new Abby Benjamin Postdoctoral Fellowship in Animal Studies. This is a one-year non-renewable 12-month fellowship. The successful applicant will have a demonstrated expertise in animal ethics, law and public policy, show evidence of teaching potential, and be able to participate constructively in departmental and collegial activities. While we interpret animal ethics, law and public policy broadly, and welcome applications from various disciplines that study human-animal relations including political science, law, philosophy, sociology and environmental studies, we are looking in particular for research that critically examines the moral, legal and political dimensions of how human-animal relations are governed. A recipient of the Fellowship is expected to reside in Kingston, to be actively involved in the day-to-day life of the Department, to teach a University course in animal studies, and to collaborate in developing initiatives related to the promotion of the analysis and understanding of animal rights (such as workshops, conferences, public lectures, etc.) The Fellow will work under the supervision of Prof. Will Kymlicka.
The 2013-14 fellowship will start on July 1, 2013. Applicants must have submitted their doctoral dissertation by that date, and must be within five years of having received their doctorate.
The salary for the postdoctoral fellowship will be $40,000, which includes remuneration for teaching a half-course in animal ethics or a cognate subject.
The academic staff at Queen's University are governed by a Collective Agreement between the Queen's University Faculty Association (QUFA) and the University which is posted at http://www.queensu.ca/vpac/FacultyRelations/CollectiveAgreements.html.
Queen’s University is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace, and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority.
Each full application should include a curriculum-vitae, together with a statement of research interests, a teaching dossier, and a writing sample. Applicants should supply information concerning any interruptions in their academic careers and other factors that may have affected their capacity to complete scholarly work. Applications should be sent to the Department of Philosophy, Queen’s University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada, K7L 3N6, to arrive by February 1, 2013. It is the responsibility of the applicants to have three letters of reference sent directly by their referees. References may be mailed to the postal address above, or sent by email to:kymlicka [__at__] queensu [dot] ca.
PONTIFICAL CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF CHILE
INSTITUTE OF PHILOSOPHY
FACULTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
The Institute of Philosophy at the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile intends to make an appointment for one full-time Assistant Professorship. The post will be tenable for two years from 1 March 2013, but with the potential of a permanent position that will depend on academic evaluation.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Philosophy Doctor
• Relevant experience in research and teaching,
• Fields of preference: Modern philosophy, phenomenology, Ethics.
• Conversational skills (Spanish)
• Availability to give a conference
REQUIREMENTS
• Application letter to the Chair of the Faculty
• Curriculum vitae
• Legal copy of the title
• A selection of the most relevant publications (books, articles, etc).
APPLICATION
Applicants should send the information to the Chair of the Faculty (Prof. Dr. Mariano de la Maza. Dean of the Faculty of Philosophy. Campus San Joaquín, Av. Vicuña Mackenna 4860, Macul, ZIP: 7820436) no later than December 7th, 2012, 18:00 hrs.
FURTHER INFORMATION:
Faculty Office: Phone number 56-2-354-1469; e-mail: vrojasm [__at__] uc [dot] cl
Internet: http://www.puc.cl/filosofia/index.html