Jobs in Philosophy in Asia/Africa/Australasia
Applications are invited from outstanding postdoctoral researchers for the position of Research Assistant Professor in the Division of Humanities at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.
We seek to appoint a Research Assistant Professor to build research capacity in philosophy of science. We particularly encourage applicants who work in integrated history and philosophy of science. Expertise in philosophy of biology and/or philosophy of social science would be an advantage.
Applicants should have a commitment to research and teaching excellence. They should have a PhD, a strong publication record, and a developing trajectory as Principal or Co-Investigator on funded projects.
The appointee will be expected to publish strongly, write grant proposals, manage graduate students and/or Post-doctoral Fellows, organize workshops and seminars, and develop international collaborations. The appointee will teach one undergraduate course in Humanities for general education and/or one postgraduate course on the MPhil in Humanities program offered by the School of Humanities and Social Science. English is the medium of instruction and administration at the University.
The University is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and has a range of family-friendly policies in place.
For more information about the research areas of the Division of Humanities, please visit
https://huma.hkust.edu.hk/.
For enquiries, please contact Prof Yafeng Shan in the Division of Humanities through email: hmyfshan [__at__] ust [dot] hk.
Salary is highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Appointment will be made on a fixed-term 2-year contract, renewable subject to performance, funding availability and mutual agreement. A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract. Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits. Housing allowance may be provided where applicable.
Application Procedure
Interested applicants are invited to submit an application comprising (i) a statement of interest indicating current research interests and future research plan, (ii) a full curriculum vitae, and (iii) three letters of reference to the Division of Humanities via Interfolio at
http://apply.interfolio.com/129205.
Review of applications will begin on 1 September 2023 and will continue until the position is filled.
We thank applicants for their interest but advise that only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the result of the application.
(Information provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes. Applicants should read the Personal Information Collection Statement before submission of application.)
THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
Applications are invited for appointment as Professor/Associate Professor on tenure terms or Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Philosophy in the School of Humanities (Philosophy) (Ref.: 519294), to commence on August 1, 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter. Appointment as Assistant Professor will be made on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and with consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract.
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in philosophy. The position is open to all areas of specialization, but applicants must have an interest in - and commitment to - pursuing research on philosophy of AI or philosophy of technology more generally.
The appointee is expected to develop a vigorous, independent research programme, to excel in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, and to handle the usual non-teaching duties. Furthermore, the appointee is expected to develop and teach courses in their area of expertise for the Faculty’s newly established Bachelor of Arts in Humanities and Digital Technologies Programme. Total teaching load will be three to four courses per year for each position, including introductory first-year courses. Information about the Department can be obtained at http://philosophy.hku.hk. Enquiries may be sent to Associate Professor, Rachel Sterken, Department of Philosophy (e-mail: sterkenr [__at__] hku [dot] hk).
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. The appointment on fixed-term will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable.
The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date, anonymized C.V. (with name removed) and a cover letter including a description of how the applicant sees their previous or future work as connected to issues in philosophy of AI/philosophy of technology. Review of applications will commence from April 1, 2023 and continue until May 31, 2023 or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
The University is committed to diversity and inclusivity. The Faculty of Arts expressly encourages qualified persons of all genders to apply.
NYU Shanghai is currently inviting applications for a position at the rank of assistant, associate, or full professor in philosophy.
We seek candidates who have completed a Ph.D. in philosophy or a closely related discipline by the time of appointment, and who work primarily in the history of philosophy. We have a special interest in candidates with teaching interests in a broad range of historical periods and philosophical traditions.
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research, statement of teaching interests, and one writing sample via Interfolio. Additionally, junior applicants should provide the names and email addresses of at least three referees. Each referee will be contacted to upload a reference letter through Interfolio.
Applications may be received until November 1, 2022. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, follow this link https://apply.interfolio.com/114278. If you have any questions, please email the NYU Shanghai NY Office of Faculty Recruitment shanghai [dot] faculty [dot] recruitment [__at__] nyu [dot] edu.
Terms of employment at NYU Shanghai are comparable to NYU New York and other U.S. institutions with respect to research start-up funds and compensation, and they include housing subsidies and educational subsidies for children. Faculty may in certain cases have the opportunity to spend time at NYU New York and other sites of the NYU Global Network, engaging in both research and teaching.
About NYU Shanghai
NYU Shanghai is the third degree-granting campus within New York University’s global network. It is the first higher education joint venture in China authorized to grant degrees that are accredited in the U.S. as well as in China. All teaching is conducted in English. A research university with liberal arts and science at its core, NYU Shanghai resides in one of the world's great cities with a vibrant intellectual community. NYU Shanghai recruits scholars of the highest caliber who are committed to NYU's global vision of transformative teaching and innovative research and who embody the global society in which we live. NYU’s global network includes degree-granting campuses in New York, Shanghai, and Abu Dhabi, complemented by fourteen additional academic centers across five continents. Faculty and students circulate within the network in pursuit of common research interests and cross-cultural, interdisciplinary endeavors, both local and global.
For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr.
NYU Shanghai is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from under-represented individuals in the profession, across color, creed, race, ethnic and national origin, physical ability, and gender and sexual identity. NYU Shanghai affirms the value of differing perspectives on the world as we strive to build the strongest possible university with the widest reach.
NYU Shanghai is currently inviting applications for a position at the rank of assistant, associate, or full professor in philosophy.
We seek candidates who have completed a Ph.D. in philosophy or a closely related discipline by the time of appointment, and who work primarily in the history of philosophy. We have a special interest in candidates with teaching interests in a broad range of historical periods and philosophical traditions.
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research, statement of teaching interests, and one writing sample via Interfolio. Additionally, junior applicants should provide the names and email addresses of at least three referees. Each referee will be contacted to upload a reference letter through Interfolio.
Applications may be received until November 1, 2022. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, follow this link https://apply.interfolio.com/114278. If you have any questions, please email the NYU Shanghai NY Office of Faculty Recruitment shanghai [dot] faculty [dot] recruitment [__at__] nyu [dot] edu.
Terms of employment at NYU Shanghai are comparable to NYU New York and other U.S. institutions with respect to research start-up funds and compensation, and they include housing subsidies and educational subsidies for children. Faculty may in certain cases have the opportunity to spend time at NYU New York and other sites of the NYU Global Network, engaging in both research and teaching.
About NYU Shanghai
NYU Shanghai is the third degree-granting campus within New York University’s global network. It is the first higher education joint venture in China authorized to grant degrees that are accredited in the U.S. as well as in China. All teaching is conducted in English. A research university with liberal arts and science at its core, NYU Shanghai resides in one of the world's great cities with a vibrant intellectual community. NYU Shanghai recruits scholars of the highest caliber who are committed to NYU's global vision of transformative teaching and innovative research and who embody the global society in which we live. NYU’s global network includes degree-granting campuses in New York, Shanghai, and Abu Dhabi, complemented by fourteen additional academic centers across five continents. Faculty and students circulate within the network in pursuit of common research interests and cross-cultural, interdisciplinary endeavors, both local and global.
For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr.
NYU Shanghai is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from under-represented individuals in the profession, across color, creed, race, ethnic and national origin, physical ability, and gender and sexual identity. NYU Shanghai affirms the value of differing perspectives on the world as we strive to build the strongest possible university with the widest reach.
NYU Shanghai is currently inviting applications for a position at the rank of assistant, associate, or full professor in philosophy.
We seek candidates who have completed a Ph.D. in philosophy or a closely related discipline by the time of appointment, and who work primarily in the history of philosophy. We have a special interest in candidates with teaching interests in a broad range of historical periods and philosophical traditions.
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research, statement of teaching interests, and one writing sample via Interfolio. Additionally, junior applicants should provide the names and email addresses of at least three referees. Each referee will be contacted to upload a reference letter through Interfolio.
Applications may be received until November 1, 2022. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, follow this link https://apply.interfolio.com/114278. If you have any questions, please email the NYU Shanghai NY Office of Faculty Recruitment shanghai [dot] faculty [dot] recruitment [__at__] nyu [dot] edu.
Terms of employment at NYU Shanghai are comparable to NYU New York and other U.S. institutions with respect to research start-up funds and compensation, and they include housing subsidies and educational subsidies for children. Faculty may in certain cases have the opportunity to spend time at NYU New York and other sites of the NYU Global Network, engaging in both research and teaching.
About NYU Shanghai
NYU Shanghai is the third degree-granting campus within New York University’s global network. It is the first higher education joint venture in China authorized to grant degrees that are accredited in the U.S. as well as in China. All teaching is conducted in English. A research university with liberal arts and science at its core, NYU Shanghai resides in one of the world's great cities with a vibrant intellectual community. NYU Shanghai recruits scholars of the highest caliber who are committed to NYU's global vision of transformative teaching and innovative research and who embody the global society in which we live. NYU’s global network includes degree-granting campuses in New York, Shanghai, and Abu Dhabi, complemented by fourteen additional academic centers across five continents. Faculty and students circulate within the network in pursuit of common research interests and cross-cultural, interdisciplinary endeavors, both local and global.
For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr.
NYU Shanghai is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from under-represented individuals in the profession, across color, creed, race, ethnic and national origin, physical ability, and gender and sexual identity. NYU Shanghai affirms the value of differing perspectives on the world as we strive to build the strongest possible university with the widest reach.
NYU Shanghai is currently inviting applications for a position at the rank of assistant, associate, or full professor in philosophy.
We seek candidates who have completed a Ph.D. in philosophy or a closely related discipline by the time of appointment, and who work primarily in the history of philosophy. We have a special interest in candidates with teaching interests in a broad range of historical periods and philosophical traditions.
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research, statement of teaching interests, and one writing sample via Interfolio. Additionally, junior applicants should provide the names and email addresses of at least three referees. Each referee will be contacted to upload a reference letter through Interfolio.
Applications may be received until November 1, 2022. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, follow this link https://apply.interfolio.com/114278. If you have any questions, please email the NYU Shanghai NY Office of Faculty Recruitment shanghai [dot] faculty [dot] recruitment [__at__] nyu [dot] edu.
Terms of employment at NYU Shanghai are comparable to NYU New York and other U.S. institutions with respect to research start-up funds and compensation, and they include housing subsidies and educational subsidies for children. Faculty may in certain cases have the opportunity to spend time at NYU New York and other sites of the NYU Global Network, engaging in both research and teaching.
About NYU Shanghai
NYU Shanghai is the third degree-granting campus within New York University’s global network. It is the first higher education joint venture in China authorized to grant degrees that are accredited in the U.S. as well as in China. All teaching is conducted in English. A research university with liberal arts and science at its core, NYU Shanghai resides in one of the world's great cities with a vibrant intellectual community. NYU Shanghai recruits scholars of the highest caliber who are committed to NYU's global vision of transformative teaching and innovative research and who embody the global society in which we live. NYU’s global network includes degree-granting campuses in New York, Shanghai, and Abu Dhabi, complemented by fourteen additional academic centers across five continents. Faculty and students circulate within the network in pursuit of common research interests and cross-cultural, interdisciplinary endeavors, both local and global.
For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr.
NYU Shanghai is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from under-represented individuals in the profession, across color, creed, race, ethnic and national origin, physical ability, and gender and sexual identity. NYU Shanghai affirms the value of differing perspectives on the world as we strive to build the strongest possible university with the widest reach.
• Full time continuing position, located on the Camperdown Campus at the School of History and Philosophy of Science
• Opportunity to make valuable contributions to teaching and learning design and practice
• Base Salary Level D $163K p.a. + 17% superannuation
We are seeking to appoint an Associate Professor with interests in philosophy of biology, general philosophy of science and research methods in History and Philosophy of Science (HPS). The successful candidate will have a strong academic track record in these research areas and a track record in student mentoring and research skills development. The role will play a significant role in leading or contributing to the academic endeavours within their discipline/ School/ Faculty. The position contributes to fostering a culture of excellence through their own expertise and through guiding academic staff and students towards success.
The Department of Educational Administration and Policy is seeking to recruit a Senior Lecturer in the areas of Foundation in Education and Policy Studies in Education. The Department of Educational Administration and Policy is one of the four academic departments of Faculty of Education of CUHK. The Faculty of Education of CUHK (http://www.fed.cuhk.edu.hk/) is an international center for professional training and research in Education. Further information about the Department is available at http://www.fed.cuhk.edu.hk/eap.
Applicants should have (i) a Master's degree, or preferably a doctoral degree in a relevant discipline; (ii) specific interest in Ethics in Teaching Profession, Moral & Value Education, Life Education, Civic Education, Educational Policy, Early Childhood Education; (iii) at least ten years' post-Master relevant teaching experience at post-secondary level; (iv) a track record of course design, curriculum development and teaching methodology development, and demonstrated leadership in teaching; (v) strong commitment to excellence in teaching, as well as (vi) a good command of written and spoken Chinese and English.
The appointee will be responsible for (a) curriculum development, (b) teaching relevant courses in programmes offered by the Faculty of Education, as well as (c) supervising teaching practice. He/ She may also be assigned duties in (d) administration, (e) course co-ordination and (f) other project development work.
Applicants should complete the online application form and upload a full curriculum vitae with details of three referees. Appointment will initially be made on a fixed term contract for two years commencing August 2022, renewable subject to mutual agreement. Applicants may consider their applications unsuccessful if they are not invited for an interview within two months after the application closing date.
• Full time, 3 years fixed term position, located in Camperdown Campus
• Work alongside internationally renowned experts in the field
• Base Salary $78,143 - $105,305 + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
The School of Philosophical and Historical Inquiry (SOPHI) is seeking to appoint an Associate Lecturer in Political Philosophy who has an outstanding research profile and demonstrated teaching excellence. This is a fixed term (mid 2022 – mid 2025) Associate Lecturer (Level A) position.
The successful candidate will be expected to pursue an active research program, produce high quality publications, participate in the department's research culture, contribute to teaching at all levels and undertake appropriate administrative roles and curriculum development as required. They will also be expected to contribute to outreach and engagement initiatives.
We are looking for an academic with expertise in Political Philosophy, and the ability to teach into other areas of need in the curriculum. These might include Logic, Ethics, Critical thinking, and Epistemology. The successful candidate will teach senior units such as PHIL2635 Contemporary Political Philosophy and PHIL2634 Democratic Theory and will teach into the first-year unit PHIL1013 Society, Self, and Knowledge.
About you
We are seeking to appoint an Associate Lecturer in Political Philosophy who has:
• a PhD in Philosophy
• an active research program with significant potential for future publication in highly regarded peer-reviewed journals and presses
• demonstrated teaching excellence (including unit of study coordination experience and capacity to teach introductory units of study as well as specialised higher-level courses) and ability to supervise advanced UG and Honours students in fields of speciality
• skills in community outreach and public engagement.
To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO statement
The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged.
Supporting Statement
To be considered for this position please include a supporting statement which addresses the following criteria:
• a PhD in Philosophy
• an active research program with significant potential for future publication in highly regarded peer-reviewed journals and presses
• demonstrated teaching excellence (including unit of study coordination experience and capacity to teach introductory units of study as well as specialised higher-level courses) and ability to supervise advanced UG and Honours students in fields of speciality
• skills in community outreach and public engagement.
Closing date for applications
11.59pm, Monday 14 February 2022
How to apply
Please click the link below to apply.
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• Work alongside internationally renowned experts in the field
• Located at Camperdown Campus
• Full-time, continuing position, remuneration package $128K - $152K p.a which includes leave loading and up to 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
The School of Philosophical and Historical Inquiry (SOPHI) is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Ancient Greek Philosophy. This is a full-time, continuing position at Level B (roughly equivalent to a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the U.S.). The successful applicant will be expected to pursue an active research programme, produce high quality publications, participate in the department's research culture, contribute to teaching at all levels, and undertake appropriate administrative roles and curriculum development as required.
Applicants should:
• have an outstanding research record and compelling future research programme in the area of Ancient Greek Philosophy
• be able to teach from introductory through to advanced undergraduate level in relevant areas (for example, but not limited to, Early Greek Philosophy, Plato and Aristotle, and Hellenistic philosophy) and be able to develop new units of study where needed
• be able to supervise Honours, Masters and PhD students in their areas of expertise.
About you
The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Lecturer in Ancient Greek Philosophy who has:
• a PhD in Ancient Greek Philosophy
• research expertise in Ancient Greek Philosophy, demonstrated through high quality publications
• an active research program with significant potential for future publication in highly regarded peer-reviewed international journals and presses
• experience as a philosophy teacher at the tertiary level
• capacity for high quality teaching in a range of areas relevant to Ancient Greek Philosophy, at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, from large introductory units through to specialised advanced seminars
• capacity to supervise Honours and postgraduate students
• capacity to contribute to curriculum development
• capacity to undertake academic administrative roles
• a collegial approach and capacity for successful teamwork
Other
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
How to apply
To be considered for this position please ensure you submit a current CV (including three referees of international standing) along with your teaching portfolio and teaching evaluations.
Please address the following criteria in your cover letter:
• a PhD in Ancient Greek Philosophy
• experience in developing and delivering high quality teaching in Philosophy at the tertiary level
• a list of high-quality publications in the field
• demonstrated research in Ancient Greek Philosophy
• detail your expertise in supervision of Honours and/or Postgraduate research students
• describe your contribution to curriculum development and other academic administrative duties
For more information on the position and University, please view the position description available from the job’s listing on the University of Sydney careers website.
Intending applicants are welcome to seek further information about the position from Associate Professor Luke Russell luke [dot] russell [__at__] sydney [dot] edu [dot] au.
For recruitment-related enquiries, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Paulina Rojas/Nicole Pearson on recruitment [dot] ablc [__at__] sydney [dot] edu [dot] au
All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website. Visit https://www.sydney.edu.au/about-us/careers-at-sydney.html and search by the job requisition number 0081281 to apply.
Closing date: 27 June 2021
The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged.
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The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.