Jobs In Philosophy
The University of Queensland is seeking to appoint two postdoctoral Researchers in philosophy, as part of a project entitled “The Causal Power of Information in a Quantum World.” The appointments are for a period of up to three years. The project is a collaboration between Philosophy and Physics at the University of Queensland. The successful appointees will develop research projects broadly related to any aspect of the study of quantum causation and the metaphysics of quantum information.
Applicants will require a PhD in the area of Philosophy and/or Physics, with demonstrated expert knowledge in the area of metaphysics and/or philosophy of physics. The position holders will be expected to undertake a plan of high quality research and publication, as well as organising activities in support of the project.
These are full time, fixed term appointments at Academic Level A (level of appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience). The remuneration package will be in the range of Associate Lecturer (Level A) $57,330.21 to $77,764.39 p.a., plus employer superannuation contributions of 17% (total package will be in the range of $67,076.35 to $90,984.34 pa).
To discuss this role please contact Associate Professor Phil Dowe at p [dot] dowe [__at__] uq [dot] edu [dot] au. To submit an application for this role, use the Apply button at the UQ Jobs Websites. All applicants must supply the following documents: Cover letter, Resume and Selection Criteria responses.
Call for Applications
Structured Doctoral Programme “Religion – Knowledge – Discourse”
The Structured Doctoral Programme “Religion – Knowledge – Discourse” at the Humboldt University of Berlin has been established as part of a new initiative for German universities which encourages and rewards academic excellence. Five institutes across three faculties have come together to offer an inter- and transdisciplinary structured doctoral programme for outstanding PhD candidates.
We are now accepting applications for this three year programme, due to begin on 1st April 2014. The programme offers:
• 9 partial scholarships (covering tuition fees and travel costs)
• 1 full scholarship
The programme aims to facilitate an enriching inter- and transdisciplinary research environment. As such we are inviting applications from potential and early-stage PhD candidates from a variety of disciplines. Both German and International applicants are encouraged to apply.
Research proposals should be aimed at an investigation of communicative and discursive processes, within which the categories “Religion” and “Knowledge” become constructed and conventionalised. The relationship between discourses relating to religion and knowledge should be critically analysed with reference to specific contexts.
The programme especially encourages a broad geographical spread of topics, as well as inter- and transdisciplinary approaches. Focus may be placed either on current academic issues or on the period of the late 18th century till present day.
The programme offers:
• A structured curriculum and individual supervision to ensure timely completion of your doctoral research project within three years
• Tailored academic training to complement your individual research area (e.g. methodologies, interdisciplinary approaches etc.)
• Additional courses and workshops in key research competencies hosted by the Humboldt Graduate School
• Regular colloquia and group mentoring in self-organizing working groups
• Opportunities for continuous academic exchange and international networking, e.g. through participation in conferences
• A compulsory 3-12 month research stay abroad (e.g. for fieldwork)
• Opportunities to develop and strengthen skills important in the field of academia (e.g. organizing a conference or workshop, holding a lecture)
Course fees will be covered for all programme participants. The possibility for covering costs incurred through conference participation and/or the compulsory research stay abroad may be provided by the programme if no external funding is available.
Programme participants are encouraged to independently secure funding for the duration of the programme. Failing this, our programme offers support to participants in identifying potential scholarships or funding opportunities.
One full-time scholarship of €1.365 p.m. (plus €103 material allowance) is awarded to a promising candidate for the programme’s duration from April 2014 – March 2017. Please indicate in your application whether you would like to be considered for this scholarship. If so, you may also voluntarily refer to your financial situation in your personal statement.
Eligibility
• Graduates or early stage doctoral candidates must hold a university degree that formally qualifies them to matriculate as a PhD student within their desired field. This usually entails having a Masters level qualification in a similar area to which the doctoral candidate intends to write his/her thesis.
• The working language of the programme is English. For non-native speakers, a proof of proficiency (level: C1) is required. The PhD-thesis may, however, be written in either German or English. If you are planning on writing the thesis in German and you are a non-native speaker, a proof of proficiency is also required (DHS 2). If other language skills are required for conducting your research (e.g. Arabic, Hebrew etc.), a proof of proficiency must also be provided.
Application requirements
The following documents must be included in your application:
• Research proposal
• Personal Statement
• Curriculum Vitae
• Copy of Master’s (or equivalent) degree
• A recent academic reference or letter of recommendation
• Proof of language proficiency (see above)
• Statement of current secured funding and/or future scholarship opportunities (or equivalent grants)
• If you have already found a supervisor who is not affiliated with this programme, please include a statement from them concerning your research proposal
Please note that if your records and/or transcripts have not been issued in German or English, an officially translated copy needs to be included.
Applications should be submitted no later than 31th January 2014 to:
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
Theologische Fakultät
Lehrstuhl für Religionswissenschaft
Programmkoordination RWD
-z.Hd. Dominika Hadrysiewicz-
Unter den Linden 6
10099 Berlin
Germany
or via:
dominika.hadrysiewicz[at]hu-berlin.de
For further information or questions on the programme and the application process, please contact the Programme Coordinator:
dominika.hadrysiewicz[at]hu-berlin.de
For further content-related questions please contact the programme’s spokesman, Prof. Dr. Andreas Feldtkeller:
andreas.feldtkeller[at]hu-berlin.de
In der Fakultät I ist am Lehrstuhl für Praktische Philosophie im Rahmen eines DFG-Forschungsprojektes zur Neuedition von Kants Tugendlehre zum 01.04.2014 eine Stelle für
eine wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin oder einen wissenschaftlichen Mitarbeiter
(Entgeltgruppe 13 TV-L, 65%)
mit 65% der regelmäßigen Arbeitszeit für die Dauer von 3 Jahren zu besetzen. Die Beschäftigungsdauer richtet sich nach den Vorschriften des Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetzes.
Aufgaben:
Im Rahmen einer Neuedition der Abteilung I der sog. Akademie-Ausgabe von Kants Schriften durch die Berlin Brandenburgische Akademie der Wissenschaften soll Kants Schrift „Metaphysische Anfangsgründe der Tugendlehre“ neu ediert werden; das Projekt wird aus DFG-Mitteln finanziert. Der Mitarbeiter/die Mitarbeiterin erarbeitet gemeinsam mit weiteren WissenschaftlerInnen diese Neuedition. Die Tätigkeit umfasst primär die Umsetzung der eigentlichen editorischen Arbeit (u.a. Rücksetzung des Textes, Erschließung der Varianten, Kollationierung der Konjekturen, eigene Emendationen, Sachanmerkungen, Register) sowie die Mitwirkung bei interpretatorischen Vorarbeiten. Die regelmäßige Anwesenheit vor Ort ist erwünscht.
Es handelt sich um eine Stelle zur wissenschaftlichen Weiterqualifikation (Habilitation). Hierzu wird im Rahmen der Dienstaufgaben Gelegenheit gegeben.
Einstellungsvoraussetzungen:
- Promotion in Philosophie
- Besondere Kenntnisse der Kantischen Philosophie
- Grundkenntnisse der Editionswissenschaft
- Erfahrung mit Editionsarbeit
- Bereitschaft zur Einarbeitung in das verwendete Redaktionssystem (XML-Editor)
Die Universität Siegen strebt eine Erhöhung des Anteils von Frauen in Forschung und Lehre an. Entsprechend qualifizierte Frauen werden um ihre Bewerbung gebeten.
Bewerbungen geeigneter Schwerbehinderter sind erwünscht.
Bewerbungen mit den üblichen Unterlagen (Lebenslauf, Zeugniskopien, ggf. Referenzen etc.) richten Sie bitte bis zum 30. Januar 2014 unter Angabe der Ausschreibungskennziffer 2013/I/Philosophie/WM/155 an Prof. Dr. Dieter Schönecker, Universität Siegen – Fakultät I, Philosophisches Seminar, Adolf-Reichwein-Str. 2, 57068 Siegen.
TEACH YOUR PASSION.
Contemplate, explore, and expound upon the subject you love. Bring your enthusiasm to life as an instructor at Harper College, where your work can have its greatest impact upon individuals from a wide variety of cultures. Feel the elation, as our students take your desire for excellence and make it their own.
We welcome you to inspire others, contribute to your profession, and enjoy the complete educational experience, collegial setting, and advanced technological resources of Harper. Teach more than your discipline. Teach your passion.
PHILOSOPHY, FULL-TIME, TENURE TRACK FACULTY
Here is an outstanding opportunity to bring your enthusiasm for teaching and your strong knowledge of Philosophy into the lives of students. The Department of Philosophy at William Rainey Harper College, a comprehensive suburban community college located twenty-five miles northwest of Chicago in Palatine, Illinois announces one new tenure-track Philosophy Faculty position. The department currently has an ongoing need for a generalist who can teach a variety of introductory-level courses, including Introduction to Philosophy, Ethics, and Critical Thinking. The successful candidate will also have demonstrated excellence in teaching World Religions and other courses that deal with religion from a philosophical perspective. These courses include: Philosophy of Religion, Religion in America, and Non-Western Philosophy. Preference will be given to candidates who can teach both foundational Philosophy courses and Religion courses.
Job Requirements
Applicants must have at least an M.A. in Philosophy or in a field that emphasizes the teaching of religion from a philosophical point of view. Degrees that will be considered include an M.A. in Religious Studies, Theology, or Comparative Religion, or a M. Div., if the granting institution has a demonstrated record of embracing multiple traditions and perspectives. Post-secondary teaching experience required; community college experience preferred.
To learn more about this opportunity and apply, visit us at
jobs.harpercollege.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=175735
Harper College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, ethnic minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
harpercollege.edu
Applicants must satisfy the following essential criteria:
• PhD in Philosophy
• Relevant teaching experience
• Demonstrated scholarly research
Candidates who possess the following will be at a distinct advantage:
• Certificate in University Teaching
• Specialization in Logic, Epistemology, Philosophy of science, or Metaphysics
• Experience supervising MPhil/PhD students
• Evidence of prior grant acquisition
• Administrative Experience within an Academic Institution
• Evidence of Curriculum Development (face to face or distant delivery modes)
• Evidence of contribution to the Public Service OR field of Study
The successful candidate will be required to:
- Teach, research and participate in the strategic planning and management of teaching and learning, including curricula development programmes within the Department and wider Faculty;
- Contribute to the life of the University and to advance teaching, research and community outreach.
For further particulars regarding the University of the West Indies and the Department of Language, Linguistics and Philosophy, visit us at www.mona.uwi.edu or http://www.mona.uwi.edu/dllp/ or write to Professor Silvia Kouwenberg, Head of Department, silvia [dot] kouwenberg [__at__] uwimona [dot] edu [dot] jm.
Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae (inclusive of a statement on teaching and research interests) giving full particulars of qualifications, experience, the names and addresses of three (3) referees (one of whom should be from your present organization) and copies of academic qualifications. These should be sent by electronic mail to hrmd [dot] sed [__at__] uwimona [dot] edu [dot] jm for the attention of the Director, Human Resource Management Division, The University of the West Indies, Mona Campus, Kingston 7, Jamaica. The final date for receipt of applications is January 31, 2014. It is recommended that referees be asked to send in their recommendation (on appropriate letterhead) rather than wait for a request.
The successful candidate is expected to assume duties on August 1, 2014.
It should be noted that UWI's retirement policy requires members of staff to retire at age 65.
The University of the West Indies (UWI) is a dynamic, international institution serving the countries of the Commonwealth Caribbean. At 65 years old, the institution represents the oldest of its kind within the region; offering a wide range of undergraduate, masters and doctoral programmes in Humanities and Education, Pure and Applied Sciences, Science and Agriculture, Engineering, Law, Medical Sciences and the Social Sciences.
The philosophy department at Washington and Jefferson College seeks an assistant professor capable of teaching courses in religious studies and eventually building a program in that area. Initial three year appointment with presumption of renewal. Must be able to teach undergraduate courses in a variety of world religions and also in Biblical Studies. PhD in religious studies preferred, but philosophers of religion with extensive background in religious studies will also be considered. Teaching load: 3-3. Salary: Competitive, with full benefits.
W&J is a small liberal arts college located about 30 miles south of Pittsburgh. Excellence in teaching is the single most important requirement of any faculty member at the institution. Candidates should submit materials to hr [__at__] washjeff [dot] edu. Materials should include cover letter, c.v., three letters of recommendation, and evidence of teaching excellence. Review of applications will begin on February 10 and continue until position is filled. Questions concerning the position can be directed to Gregg Osborne at the following address: gosborne [__at__] washjeff [dot] edu
Washington and Jefferson College is committed to increasing diversity in our community and actively pursues individuals from all backgrounds. Additionally, W&J complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and provides equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students, and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin.
California State University, Bakersfield. Tenure track position beginning September, '14 at Assistant or Associate rank. Area of Specialization: Business Ethics, Professional Ethics. Area of Competency: Open, but the department has teaching needs in Environmental Ethics. For qualified candidates, the position will hold a joint appointment in Philosophy and the School of Business and Public Administration. We also anticipate the candidate will play an active role in the Kegley Institute of Ethics. Evidence of teaching excellence is essential. The standard load is seven quarter courses per year with usual advising and committee responsibilities. Salary based on CSU scale. Ph.D. at time of appointment strongly preferred. Submit a complete dossier to Dr. Christopher Meyers, Search Committee Chair, via APA's Interfolio system or by email to besearch [__at__] csub [dot] edu. Please indicate in your application if you wish notification of final search outcome. We will begin reviewing applications on February 15 and continue until the position is filled. We will conduct Skype interviews of our semi-final candidates. California State University, Bakersfield is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will be considered without regard to gender, race, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information disability or covered veterans’ status.
This is a one-time opening for an adjunct instructor to teach an undergraduate class on Philosophy and the Arts in the Fall 2014 semester. MA required, PhD or ABD preferred. Please send CV, sample syllabus for this course, student evaluations from at least 2 previous classes. Send via email (scharme [__at__] rutgers [dot] edu) to Stuart Charmé (Chair)
This is a one-time opening for an adjunct instructor to teach an undergraduate class on Existentialism in the Fall 2014 semester. MA required, PhD or ABD preferred. Please send CV, sample syllabus for this course, student evaluations from at least 2 previous classes. Send via email (scharme [__at__] rutgers [dot] edu) to Stuart Charmé (Chair)
SUNY Oswego invites applications for a one-year position as Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy. Required qualifications include that the candidate must have completed Ph.D. at time of appointment with an area of specialization in history, preferably ancient or early modern; and with an area of competency in metaphysics or epistemology, broadly construed. Preferred qualifications include teaching experience and demonstrated ability to promote students’ ability to succeed in a multicultural and global community. Review of applications will begin January 15, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled. For complete information about the position and application procedures, visit our website at www.oswego.edu/vacancies. SUNY Oswego is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.