Jobs in Philosophy in Americas
The Department of Philosophy at the University of Toronto invites applications for a tenure-stream position in Metaphysics and Epistemology at the rank of Assistant Professor. The appointment will begin on July 1, 2012, by which time the successful candidate must hold a Ph.D.
Candidates must demonstrate excellence in, and commitment to, both research and teaching. The candidate’s research will focus on metaphysics and epistemology broadly conceived. The successful candidate will have the ability to teach a broad range of courses from the introductory to advanced levels, contributing to the undergraduate program on the St. George campus.
The University of Toronto, Department of Philosophy is a three-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. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
For further details and to apply online please visit www.jobs.utoronto.ca (Job #1100918). Applications must include a cover letter, CV, sample of academic writing, statement of research interests, all academic transcripts, and a teaching portfolio. Please have three letters of reference, at least one of which must comment on the applicant's teaching abilities, sent directly to:
Arthur Ripstein,
Chair, Department of Philosophy
Professor of Law and Philosophy
University of Toronto
Jackman Humanities Building
170 St. George Street, Room 408
Toronto, ON M5R 2M8
This address may also be used to send additional documents that cannot be accommodated using the online application system.
Please do NOT submit materials both online and in hard copy.
To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by November 15 2011. 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. 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. For more information about the Department of Philosophy, please visit http://philosophy.utoronto.ca
UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA- Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Postdoctoral Fellowship
The Department of Philosophy, University of Alberta, invites applications for a Killam Memorial Postdoctoral Fellowship, tenable for two years, starting May 1, 2012 at the earliest, and valued at $46, 000 per annum, plus benefits and a $4000 travel/research grant. This is a research position, but some teaching for additional remuneration is possible if the Fellow so desires. Fellowships are awarded in a University-wide competition. Citizenship and research area are open. Candidates should have received the Ph.D. no more than three years before assuming the fellowship and should not currently hold a faculty position or have already held a major postdoctoral fellowship. Send applications, including application form, CV, all official undergraduate and postgraduate university transcripts (or certified copies), sample of written work, a statement (maximum one page) describing your proposed research and another statement (maximum two pages) describing your research experience, and three letters of reference by November 28, 2011 to: Bruce Hunter, Chair, Killam Search, Department of Philosophy, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, CANADA, T6G 2E7. Please ensure that referees address the proposed research programme. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons. Inquiries only may be addressed to bhunter [__at__] ualberta [dot] ca. For more information concerning eligibility and for link to application procedures and application forms, please consult http://www.postdoc.ualberta.ca/FundingandFellowships/UniversityofAlberta... .
University of Alberta: Professor and Tier I (Senior) Canada Research Chair
The Department of Philosophy, in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Alberta, has been authorized to search for a Tier I (Senior) Canada Research Chair in Epistemology and Metaphysics, broadly construed to include philosophy of mind, philosophy of language, and philosophy of science (natural, cognitive, life, mathematical) as well. We invite applications from exceptional scholars with a strong record of research and teaching in any of these areas, whatever their theoretical or methodological commitments. Other areas of research and teaching specialization or competence are open. A PhD in Philosophy, or equivalent, is required.
The successful applicant will be nominated by the University for a Canada Research Chair and will also be appointed as a regular senior faculty member. The Canada Research Chairs Programme was established by the Canadian Government to foster world-class research excellence. As stated in the Terms of Reference http://www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca/, “Tier I Chairs, tenable for seven years and renewable are for outstanding researchers acknowledged by their peers as world leaders” in their fields. Nominations for Canada Research Chairs are subject to review by the CRC Secretariat, and appointment as a Canada Research Chair is conditional upon their approval.
Responsibilities will include undergraduate and graduate teaching, graduate supervision and normal administrative committee work, as well as maintaining an original and innovative research programme. However, the teaching load for a Canada Research Chair will be two one-term courses per year instead of the four one-term courses per year for regular faculty. The appointment will be with tenure, at the level of either full Professor or senior Associate Professor.
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience, and, in the case of Canada Research Chairs, carries a supplement that may be taken as taxable salary or tax free research grant or a combination thereof. The benefit package is comprehensive.
For full consideration, the closing date for receipt of applications is January 15, 2012. The position starting date is as early as July 1, 2012, but is negotiable.
Applicants should send curriculum vitae, a letter describing their interest in the position, including a brief statement of their research plans, and the names of at least three referees to be consulted, to:
Bruce Hunter, Chair,
CRC Search,
Department of Philosophy,
University of Alberta,
2-40 Assiniboia Hall,
Edmonton, Alberta,
CANADA, T6G 2E7
For further information concerning the position or the Department, please contact the Chair by email bruce [dot] hunter [__at__] ualberta [dot] ca or the Department of Philosophy webpage http://www.uofaweb.ualberta.ca/philosophy/.
The University of Alberta hires on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND BALTIMORE COUNTY, Baltimore, MD.
The Department of Philosophy seeks to fill a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in either Ethics or History of Modern Philosophy (post-Medieval through 20th century), commencing in August 2012. Ph.D. is required by the date of employment. Salary and benefits are competitive. The normal teaching load at UMBC is 5 courses per academic year. Candidates must demonstrate a potential for outstanding teaching and scholarship. Full consideration will be given to applications that are postmarked by Nov. 18th, 2011. Send complete packet, including CV and writing sample, and have three letters of reference sent, to: Search Committee, Dept. of Philosophy, University of Maryland Baltimore County, 1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, MD 21250. UMBC is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a Research-High Research Activity Institution. It has a diverse student population of over 13,000 undergraduate and graduate students and is located 15 minutes from Baltimore and 30 minutes from Washington DC. UMBC is especially proud of the diversity of its student body, and we seek to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for this position. UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
For 2012-2013, The McCoy Family Center for Ethics in Society seeks up to four new postdoctoral fellows. We welcome candidates with substantial normative research interests from diverse backgrounds including philosophy, the social sciences, and professional schools. We are especially interested in candidates with research interests in inequality, human rights, immigration, and environmental justice, but we welcome all applicants with strong normative interests that have some practical implications. Fellows will teach one class, participate in a Political Theory Workshop, interact with undergraduates in the Ethics in Society Honors Program and help in developing an inter-disciplinary ethics community across the campus.
The appointment term is September 1, 2012 - August 31, 2013; however, the initial term may be renewed for an additional year. Applicants must have completed all requirements for their PhD by June 30, 2012. Candidates must also be no more than 3 years from the awarding of their degree (i.e., September 2009).
Stanford University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. It welcomes applications from women and members of minority groups, as well as others who would bring additional dimensions to the university's research and teaching missions. Salary is competitive.
The School of History, Philosophy and Religion at Oregon State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Religion in America to begin Fall 2012. In addition to developing undergraduate courses that critically examine religion’s role in the cultural, historical, social and political landscape of the United States, the ideal candidate will specialize in an aspect of Religion in America such as African-American religious traditions; Latino/Latina religious traditions; novel American religious movements; religion and politics; religion and spirituality in American public life; the transnational migration of religious identities and traditions. Candidates should demonstrate a serious commitment to both scholarship and teaching and have a PhD in History, Religious Studies, Philosophy or a related field at the time of appointment. To apply, submit letter of application, current C.V., and writing sample via our application website at https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/. Apply to posting # 0008105. Three letters of reference should be sent in hard copy to Professor Jonathan Katz, Chair, Religion in America Search Committee, Department of History, Oregon State University, 306 Milam Hall, Corvallis, OR 97331. Full consideration will be given to candidates whose applications are complete by November 4, 2011. Oregon State University is an AA/EO Employer.
Assistant Professor - Philosophy (Ethics), tenure track position beginning Fall 2012. Central Washington University, Ellensburg, WA. AOS: Ethics (theoretical rather than applied). AOC: Ancient (required) and Philosophy of Law (preferred), especially in international issues. The department has a strong and very active philosophy major and minor, a new ethics minor, and a lively specialization in religious studies. The successful candidate’s responsibilities will involve teaching seven courses a year (quarter system), including general education and major courses in philosophy; supervising senior theses; advisement; performing customary service; active and productive scholarship. Ph.D. in philosophy required prior to 16 September 2012; must have demonstrated potential for excellence in undergraduate teaching and scholarship; experience working with multicultural curriculum preferred. Screening begins on 15 November 2011. Please apply online at: https://jobs.cwu.edu . A complete application includes a letter of application, CV, writing sample, teaching statement, evidence of teaching excellence (including recent course evaluations). In addition to the online application, three letters of reference should be mailed to Search Committee Chair, Philosophy Department, Central Washington University, 400 E. University Way, Ellensburg, WA 98926-7555. For more information, see www.cwu.edu/~philo/. CWU is AA/EEO/Title IX institution.
THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE, Knoxville, TN. Department of Philosophy. 2 Tenure-Track Positions. Starting August 2012. Rank: Asst./Assoc. Position 1) AOS: History of Modern Philosophy, to include Kant. Position 2) AOS: Philosophy of Science. For both positions, the AOC is open, but, other things equal, ability to contribute to one or more research area in the Department is an advantage. Ph.D. by appointment. The University of Tennessee is a Research 1 university and the flagship state university in Tennessee. The Department of Philosophy is a smaller department with an active faculty delivering undergraduate and graduate education (conferring the degrees of B.A., M.A. and Ph.D.). The successful candidate will demonstrate potential for high quality research/publication and excellent teaching at all levels, including the supervision of graduate students. The successful candidate will also demonstrate a willingness and ability to perform effectively the usual administrative and advising duties, and to engage in institutional and professional service. Salary and benefits are competitive (nine month appointment; possible summer work for additional pay). Women and members of other under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. Upload full dossiers to http://www.interfolio.com/apply/3108 (History of Modern) or http://www.interfolio.com/apply/3109 (Philosophy of Science). A full dossier includes a writing sample, CV, evidence of teaching effectiveness, cover letter explaining your interest in the position, and at least three letters of recommendation. Applications received by October 25, 2011, are ensured review. The position will remain open until filled. Inquiries should be directed to Cheryl Smith, Administrative Specialist, Department of Philosophy, 801 McClung Tower, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37996, or cjsmith [__at__] tennessee [dot] edu.
The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.
Feather River College
PHILOSOPHY INSTRUCTOR
Temporary, Certificated, Part-Time
To teach a wide range of college level courses in the discipline of philosophy. Master’s in philosophy OR a Bachelor’s in philosophy ANDMaster’s in humanities or religious studies OR the Equivalent.
Open until filled.
Full descriptions & applications available at www.frc.edu or call (530) 283-0202 ext. 257. EOE.
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Environmental Studies Program & Center for Bioethics
ARTS AND SCIENCE
New York University
The Environmental Studies Program and Center for Bioethics invite applications for the position of Assistant Professor/Faculty Fellow, pending administrative and budgetary approval. The initial appointment will be for one year beginning September 1, 2012, renewable annually for a maximum of three years. An applicant should have a keen interest in and preferably have written and taught in areas bioethics and environmental studies. We also welcome candidates who have training in such areas as ethics, political philosophy, social and political theory, public policy, or environmental health, who have strong or emerging teaching and research interests in bioethics and environmental studies. Applicants must expect to receive their Ph.D by Fall 2012 or have completed it no more than three years before the start date. We especially urge minority and female candidates to apply.
The successful applicant will contribute to the education of undergraduate students in the Environmental Studies Program and masters students in the Bioethics Program., as well as contributing to the development of graduate programs in Environmental Studies. Additionally, the successful candidate will actively participate in seminars, conferences, and other projects of the two rapidly developing programs.
Please submit curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, two published or unpublished essays, and a statement of current and prospective research by December 1, 2011. To apply and learn more about the programs, visit the Environmental Studies Program at http://environment.as.nyu.edu and The Center for Bioethics at http://bioethics.as.nyu.edu. Application instructions can be found under each homepage’s "Employment" link. Questions may be sent to za5 [__at__] nyu [dot] edu.
NYU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.