Jobs In Philosophy

University of Graz,
Graz,
Austria
Post date: March 9, 2024
Post Doc Fellowship in Climate and Environmental Ethics
Deadline: April 30, 2024

The Field of Excellence Climate Change Graz is offering 5 post-doctoral fellowships at the University of Graz, Austria, for 3 months. Dates for stays can start as early as June 2024 or latest in March 2025, but ideally run from October to December 2024, to encourage collaboration among the fellows. The fellowship will cover costs of travel, housing, and subsistence up to € 8,000 in total. The University of Graz will cover liability and accident insurance, while health insurance needs to be covered by fellows (is typically covered by existing EU plans, or through affordable travel insurance options). Note, however, that fellows will not be employed by the University of Graz, and will also need to organize any residence permits or visas needed for the duration of the fellowship ahead of time. The program will assist in finding suitable housing close to the university.

The program is designed for PostDoc researchers (up to 6 years after receiving their Ph.D.; applicants after their submission of their Ph.D. thesis can be considered as well) from all academic fields working on climate change who wish to collaborate with one (or more) of the research groups of the Field of Excellence Climate Change Graz. External candidates are strongly encouraged.

Participants will work under the direct mentorship of an experienced Uni Graz scientist in a unique inter- and transdisciplinary research environment. The research stay should be focused on a specific project, e.g. a joint research program, paper, or grant proposal. Fellows will have the opportunity to build up contacts for future collaboration within the Field of Excellence Climate Change Graz's international network.
While the call is open for all topics of climate change – including improved understanding of the processes of climate change, observed impacts and projected risks for natural and human systems, questions of mitigation, adaptation and resilience, or related ethical and legal dimensions – we are particularly interested in contributions to the following interdisciplinary research fields, among others:

• Intertemporal Dimensions in Climate Litigation; see Research Group Research Center ClimLaw: Graz and the Climate and Environmental Ethics Research Field (https://climate-change.uni-graz.at/en/research-fields/climate-and-enviro...)

• Epistemology of Climate Models and Realistic Possibilities in Climate Risk Assessment; see Regional Climate Research Group and the Climate and Environmental Ethics Research Field

• Interdisciplinary Approaches for Assessing the Fair Allocation of Benefits and Burdens of the Transformation to Climate Neutrality; see Research Group Economics of Climate and Global Change and the Climate and Environmental Ethics Research Field

Applicants can choose to work with two research groups and should indicate their preferred host. We encourage contacting the research group representative(s) who you would like to choose as your host before submitting your application.
All fellows will need to be present at the University of Graz, Austria (i.e. no working remotely) for the full duration of the fellowship.

Previous fellows in Climate and Environmental Ethics include Dr. Jeroen Hopster and Dr. Ross Mittiga.

The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in scientific positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply.

Applications process
Applicants are required to submit a 2-page research proposal for the work they intend to conduct during their fellowship. In addition, a short motivation letter (stating your preferred host and an indication of interdisciplinary linkage you want to deepen) and a CV with a complete list of publications are required. Please provide contact information for three people who could give recommendations, but do not include reference letters in the application as these will not be considered.

Applications to the 2024 program are possible until 30th April 2024 by sending their application material to martina [dot] rath [__at__] uni-graz [dot] at (midnight CEST). Online interviews with the most suitable candidates will be held by an interdisciplinary selection committee in late April and beginning of May, so that the decision is available in mid May 2024.

Contact:

Univ.-Prof. Dr. Lukas Meyer (Climate and Environmental Ethics), lukas [dot] meyer [__at__] uni-graz [dot] at, +43 316 380 -2300
Mag. Martina Rath (Administration Fields of Excellence), martina [dot] rath [__at__] uni-graz [dot] at, +43 316 380 - 1298

University of Technology Nuremberg,
Nuremberg,
Germany
Post date: February 26, 2024
Professor (m/f/d) (W2 with a Tenure Track to W3) of Theoretical Philosophy with a Focus on Epistemology
Deadline: March 15, 2024

The University of Technology Nuremberg is looking to fill, at the earliest possible date, a position as a
Professor (m/f/d) (W2 with a Tenure Track to W3) of Theoretical Philosophy with a Focus on Epistemology
at the Department of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Your tasks:
At the Department of Liberal Arts and Sciences, you represent the subject of theoretical philosophy with a focus on epistemology in research and teaching. In this department, excellent, international researchers from the humanities, social and natural sciences collaborate in an interdisciplinary way - also with the Department of Engineering, which comprises the technical sciences. You are significantly involved in the development of the first departmental focus "Human and Artificial Intelligence", which is dedicated to the possibilities and limits of artificial intelligence and human cognitive ability. The goal is to combine specific human rational reasoning skills with the strengths of AI applications in their development, application, and evaluation. For this purpose, you will collaborate with colleagues from the fields of History of Philosophy, Classical Philology and Experimental Psychology as well as Cognitive Psychology and the scientists specialising in "Robotics and Artificial Intelligence" at the Department of Engineering.

Your profile:
This position is particularly intended for early career researchers, who show great potential for scientific development.
Your research should focus on systematic approaches to epistemology. A recognizable openness to historical, research approaches to epistemology is an advantage, preferably regarding a period before the 20th century. Initial research achievements in other areas of theoretical philosophy are welcome. You should be able to demonstrate all these characteristics of your research profile through relevant publications.

In your application and in the selection process, you should demonstrate the relevance of your work for interdisciplinary dialog with other disciplines and your willingness to participate in the Department's focus "Human and Artificial Intelligence". Interest in the field of activity "Rhetoric and Political Communication", which deals with the theory and history of rhetoric as a technique of strategic communication in politics and society in its significance for social interaction in the present, is welcomed.

Teaching experience, ideally in interdisciplinary contexts, is desired. We expect your participation in all teaching activities at the Department, including study course planning and engagement in the development of innovative digital teaching and learning concepts, as well as cooperation within and across departments.

The legal hiring criteria according to Article 57 Paragraph 1 BayHIG apply.

Our offer:
The position is a fixed-term (6 year) professorship (W2). At the end of this fixed-term period, in case of a positive tenure-evaluation, the position will be converted to a permanent professorship (W3). The tenure-track statutes of the UTN (from April 20th 2023) apply.

The University of Technology Nuremberg is rethinking the university on all levels. We offer a motivated and excellent international team in which you can contribute with all your ideas and competencies. You will be able to experience and develop new, interdisciplinary forms of research collaboration as well as teaching and learning and help us shaping them.
We will make sure that you are able to fully focus on your work by our modern, service-oriented administrative units. We see diversity as an asset. The University of Technology Nuremberg is a place that offers knowledge and equal opportunities to people regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, ideology, religion, origin or disability. The position is suitable to be filled by severely disabled persons. Severely disabled applicants will be given preference if their suitability, qualification, and professional performance are otherwise essentially equal. We see family-friendliness as the basis for achieving equal opportunities for men and women in science. Therefore, we offer flexible ways of working, family-friendly times for events and meetings, as well as dual-career options. The University of Technology Nuremberg aims at increasing the proportion of women in research and teaching and therefore strongly encourages women to apply.

Interested?
Please refer to the reference number PF-2024-01 in your application. Please apply by March 13th in English and with all relevant application documents (letter of motivation, CV including externally funded projects and awards, list of publications, research statement, teaching statement, high school and relevant university diplomas (e.g. degree certificates, doctoral certificate (if applicable) etc.), four publications most relevant to your research profile (including, if applicable, your doctoral thesis)) exclusively via our application portal: https://www.utn.de/karriere/stellenangebote-professuren/
Please observe our guidelines for the preparation of the teaching statement, which can be found under the following links:
• Word: https://www.utn.de/files/2022/11/UTN-Teaching-Statement-EN.docx
• PDF: https://www.utn.de/files/2022/11/UTN-Teaching-Statement-EN.pdf

Questions?
If you have any administrative questions please contact the Appointments Team, appointments [__at__] utn [dot] de.
If you have questions regarding the profile of the position, contact the Founding Chair of the Department of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Prof. Dr. Gyburg Uhlmann, gyburg [dot] uhlmann [__at__] utn [dot] de.

You can find more information on our data privacy policy here: https://www.utn.de/en/privacy/.

University of Winnipeg,
Winnipeg,
Canada
Post date: February 18, 2024
Assistant Professor of Philosophy
Deadline: March 11, 2024

The Department of Philosophy at the University of Winnipeg invites applications for one probationary tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. Subject to budgetary approval, the expected start date is July 1, 2024. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience according to the University of Winnipeg Faculty Association Collective Agreement.

The Department has a long commitment to an historical approach to Philosophy and Philosophical education. The successful candidate will teach a full-year introductory course in the History of Philosophy and courses in the History Stream of our offerings (see https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/academics/calendar/docs/phil.pdf). Priority will be given to candidates specializing in:

Ancient;
Early Modern; or
Twentieth-Century Philosophy

Candidates must hold a PhD in Philosophy, or have an expected completion date on or before June 30th, 2024. They must demonstrate evidence of high-quality research and a track-record of effective teaching in their application. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active research program, to teach undergraduate Philosophy courses (the normal teaching assignment is five half-year course equivalents), and to provide constructive service to the Department and University.

Applicants are requested to submit the following (all documents in PDF):

a cover letter, with, when applicable, an indication of Canadian citizenship or permanent residence;
a current Curriculum Vitae listing their degrees earned and their publications, describing the nature of their research program, and outlining their academic and community service contributions;
a published paper / article that is a representative sample of the candidate’s research;
a teaching dossier, which includes: (1) a statement of teaching philosophy, (2) a list of university courses taught previously and/or instructional experiences, (3) course outlines from prior teaching experiences, and (4) documentation providing evidence of teaching effectiveness, which may contain, but is not restricted to summaries of student evaluations of teaching and peer evaluations of teaching, if applicable;
three letters of reference to be submitted directly by referees who have knowledge of the candidate’s research and/or teaching (clarifying in what capacity) to: philosophy [__at__] uwinnipeg [dot] ca

The University of Winnipeg is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research environments, and is essential to academic and institutional excellence. In accordance with the University of Winnipeg Employment Equity and Diversity Policy and section 11 of The Human Rights Code, this position is designated for qualified candidates who self-identify as women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons. Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self-identify at the time of application.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Applicants must submit all of the above materials, save for letters of reference, through the University of Winnipeg’s online recruitment system at: https://www.northstarats.com/University-of-Winnipeg

Please click on the “Apply” link at the bottom of the advertisement to submit your application.

Deadline for receipt of applications is March 11th, 2024. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for in-person interviews. Candidates can refer to our departmental web-page and can check for updates in regards to this position on our website: https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/philosophy

Inquiries about this employment opportunity can be directed to Dr. Adam C. Scarfe, Chair of the Department of Philosophy, at: a [dot] scarfe [__at__] uwinnipeg [dot] ca

The University of Winnipeg is committed to ensuring employment opportunities are accessible for all applicants. If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact human_resources [__at__] uwinnipeg [dot] ca.

Institute of Philosophy,
Prague,
Czech Republic
Post date: February 14, 2024
Postdoctoral Researcher, 1.0 FTE, No Teaching Duties
Deadline: March 31, 2024

Vacancy: Postdoctoral Researcher, 1.0 FTE, No Teaching Duties

at the Center for Environmental and Technology Ethics - Prague (CETE-P) in collaboration with Prof. Mark Coeckelbergh

The Center for Environmental and Technology Ethics - Prague (CETE-P) – funded by the EU Horizon Europe programme ERA Chairs (2024-2027) and based at the Institute of Philosophy of the Czech Academy of Sciences – is seeking to appoint an experienced postdoctoral researcher to a research-only position in environmental ethics and/or technology ethics, with preference for a person who can combine both.

Qualified candidates must have research competence at the level of a postdoctoral researcher / assistant professor and be willing to relocate to Prague. This is an exciting opportunity for collaboration in a vibrant and collegial international community of researchers and PhD candidates in one of the world’s most charming cities.

The successful candidate is expected to work as a core member of the CETE-P research team in collaboration with the ERA Chair Holder Prof. Mark Coeckelbergh and the CETE-P Research Team Leader, initiate and conduct high-quality research, acquire external research funding, supervise PhD candidates, conduct outreach and networking activities and carry out other duties in accordance with CETE-P’s needs.

Qualification requirements
• PhD or equivalent academic qualification in philosophy/ethics or a related discipline
• Continuous, high-quality research activity pertaining to environmental and/or technology ethics
• Proven track record in at least one of CETE-P’s research fields
• Documented experience with and ability to build international networks
• Fluent oral and written communication skills in English

Criteria to be explicitly addressed in the evaluation process
• Academic production pertaining to environmental and/or technology ethics – originality and innovative thinking will be weighted more heavily than quantity
• Potential to contribute to the long-term development of the academic and research environment at CETE-P
• Capacity and willingness to acquire research funding
• Personal suitability and motivation for the position
• Good team player and versatile at all levels
• Skills within dissemination, public outreach and innovation
• Capability to create and contribute to a positive environment for collaboration
• Capability of multidisciplinary co-operation

We offer
• Full-time research position with no teaching and low administrative obligations
• Contract until 31 December 2027 (with a 3-month probation period)
• Salary about CZK 900,000 CZK per annum (gross) – room for negotiations and increase
• Professionally stimulating work environment
• Office space located in the historical centre of Prague
• Professional administrative and academic support
• Relocation assistance

The successful candidate for this post will commence duties preferably on 1 September 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter.

How to apply
• The application must include:
• Application letter (statement of motivation, summarising research interests)
• Personal research plan (2 pages)
• CV (list of education, positions, pedagogical experience, administrative experience, and other relevant qualifications)
• Complete list of publications
• List of reference persons: 2–3 references (name, position, relation to candidate, e-mail and phone number)
• Please note that all documents should be in English

The application with attachments must be delivered via email by 31 March 2024 to Petra Zakostelecka at zakostelecka [__at__] flu [dot] cas [dot] cz.

About the selection procedure
In April 2024, the international Selection Committee will assess all applications and invite the most qualified applicants to online interviews taking place in the first half of June 2024. The candidates will be informed about the result of the selection process by the of June 2024.

Equal opportunities
The Institute of Philosophy of the Czech Academy of Sciences conducts an equal opportunities policy and encourages everyone to apply. Applications from the currently underrepresented groups in philosophy are especially welcome.

Contact information
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have about CETE-P, please contact CETE-P Project Coordinator Dr. Petr Urban at urban [__at__] flu [dot] cas [dot] cz. For questions about how to apply and the application process, please contact HR Officer Petra Zakostelecka at zakostelecka [__at__] flu [dot] cas [dot] cz.

About CETE-P/ Institute of Philosophy of the Czech Academy of Sciences
CETE-P is a new research unit at the Institute of Philosophy of the Czech Academy of Sciences in Prague, conducting research on the nexus between environmental and technology ethics. It is being established due to the EU funded Horizon Europe project Nr. 101086898 led by prof. Mark Coeckelbergh. For more information about the project: https://cetep.eu

The Institute of Philosophy of the Czech Academy of Sciences is a publicly funded non-university research institution, conducting research in key areas of philosophy and related humanities. It is the largest humanities institute affiliated with the Czech Academy of Sciences. The Institute has a vibrant international research community and hosts prestigious research projects supported by European funding schemes such as ERC, Horizon Europe or COST. It is located at the very heart of the historical centre of Prague. For more information about the Institute: https://www.flu.cas.cz/en/

University of Northern Iowa,
Cedar Falls, IA,
USA
Post date: December 21, 2023
Instructor, Applied Ethics
Deadline: January 29, 2024

The University of Northern Iowa's Department of Philosophy and World Religions seeks applicants for a renewable term appointment as an Instructor of Applied Ethics beginning in August 2024. This position is endowed through the David W. Wilson Endowment for Integrity and Excellence in the Wilson College of Business, with the specific purpose to expand ethics education across the campus, and the successful candidate will be a Wilson Ethics Fellow. The position has a 4/4 teaching load. The successful candidate will be expected to teach Business Ethics and Professional Ethics and work collaboratively with UNI's Wilson College of Business within the context of its new ethics education initiatives. The position will also offer the possibility of teaching other courses in Religious Studies, in a variety of religious traditions, depending on the candidate's qualifications and interests and departmental needs. The Department is interested in candidates that will share the Department's commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, and to engaged service (mentoring students, serving on committees, and offering programming on campus and in the wider community).

Building on its historic excellence in teacher education, the university has developed outstanding programs in business, natural sciences, humanities and fine arts, and social and behavioral sciences with advanced degrees available in many programs. The University’s attractive size, approximately 9,000 students, allows UNI to offer faculty, facilities, and academic choices characteristic of a much larger university while retaining a friendly, small-college atmosphere on a park-like campus. UNI has been consistently recognized as one of the "Best Midwest Universities" by U.S. News & World Report. Located in Cedar Falls/Waterloo, the campus is comprised of more than 40 buildings on 940 acres. For more information, visit www.uni.edu.

The successful candidate must hold an Earned doctorate in Religious Studies or Philosophy at the time of application.

Required qualifications include a compelling record of effective teaching in Applied Ethics and the ability to engage perspectives from both religion and philosophy in teaching ethical issues.

Preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated ability to teach in multiple subfields of Applied Ethics, a demonstrated ability to teach religion and ethics, and record of effective teaching in both face-to-face and online modalities.

Applications received by January 29, 2024 will receive full consideration. To apply, visit http://jobs.uni.edu/. Inquiries may be sent to John Burnight at 319-273-7641 or John [dot] Burnight [__at__] uni [dot] edu. Pre-employment background checks required.

UNI actively seeks to enhance diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.

University of Toronto,
Toronto,
Canada
Post date: December 4, 2023
Associate Professor / Professor - Classical Islamic Philosophy
Deadline: January 11, 2024

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences at the University of Toronto invites applications for a tenure-stream position, jointly appointed in the Department of Philosophy (75%) and the Centre for Medieval Studies (25%) in the area of Classical Islamic Philosophy. The appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2024.

Applicants must have earned a PhD degree in Philosophy, Medieval Studies, or a closely related field, with a clearly demonstrated exceptional record of excellence in research and teaching. The successful candidate will be a specialist in Classical Islamic Philosophy from the 9th to the 12th centuries CE with a primary focus on falsafah. Knowledge of the impact of Islamic philosophy on Western medieval philosophy will be an asset. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance the existing strengths at the Department of Philosophy and the Centre for Medieval Studies. The successful candidate will also play an active role in the Collaborative Specialization in Ancient and Medieval Philosophy. Candidates will have an established international reputation and will be expected to sustain and lead innovative and independent research at the highest international level and to maintain an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program.

Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence which can be demonstrated by a record of sustained high-impact contributions and publications in top-ranked and field relevant journals, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, distinguished awards and accolades, and other noteworthy activities that contribute to the visibility and prominence of the discipline, as well as strong endorsements from referees of high standing.

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be provided through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application (with required materials outlined below), as well as strong letters of reference. Applicants must also show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and to the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment, as demonstrated through the application materials.

Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

For more information about the Department of Philosophy please visit our website at www.philosophy.utoronto.ca. For more information about the Centre for Medieval Studies, please refer to www.medieval.utoronto.ca. More information about the Collaborative Specialization in Ancient and Medieval Philosophy is available at csamp.utoronto.ca.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a research statement outlining current and future research interests; two recent publications; and a teaching dossier to include a strong teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations. We seek candidates who value diversity and whose research, teaching and service bear out our commitment to equity. Candidates are therefore also asked to submit a 1‐2 page statement of contributions to equity and diversity, which might cover topics such as (but not limited to): research or teaching that incorporates a focus on underrepresented communities, the development of inclusive pedagogies, or the mentoring of students from underrepresented groups.

The following elements of the application must be submitted online (in pdf format only) by January 11, 2024:

A cover letter in a file labelled “YourLastName cover letter.pdf”;
A curriculum vitae in a file labelled “YourLastName CV.pdf”;
A research dossier containing a statement outlining current and future research interests and two pieces of academic writing (about 25 pages each), combined in a file labelled “YourLastName research.pdf”;
A teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations) in a file labelled “YourLastName teaching.pdf”.
A statement of contributions to equity and diversity as outlined above (1-2 pages) in a file labelled "YourLastName EDstatement.pdf".

Applicants must provide the name and contact information of three references. The University of Toronto’s recruiting tool will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference from each referee the day after an application is submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that referee's submit letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. More details on the automatic reference letter collection, including timelines, are available in the candidate FAQ.

Submission guidelines can be found at http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. Your CV and cover letter should be uploaded into the dedicated fields. Please combine additional application materials into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format.

If you have questions about this position, please contact Rose Antonopoulos at search [dot] philosophy [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca.

All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by January 11, 2024.

The University of Toronto has adopted the AAU Principles on Preventing Sexual Harassment in Academia, including the requirement that applicants release personnel information from prior employers regarding sexual misconduct. Full details and requirements can be found here.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Please apply here : https://jobs.utoronto.ca/job/Toronto-Associate-Professor-Professor-Class...

Diversity Statement
The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft [dot] careers [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca.

University of Cambridge, Faculty of Philosophy,
Cambridge,
United Kingdom
Post date: October 6, 2023
Call for Expressions of Interest for 2024 Leverhulme Trust Early Career Fellowship applications
Deadline: October 26, 2023

Expressions of interest are invited from potential applicants for Leverhulme Trust Early Career Fellowships, based at the Faculty of Philosophy, University of Cambridge.

Matched funding for the scheme at Cambridge is provided by the Isaac Newton Trust. There is a pre-selection competition for candidates intending to apply for the Leverhulme Trust awards, which takes place in advance of the Leverhulme Trust's deadline of Friday 17th November 2023.

The Faculty of Philosophy can submit up to 2 applications to the Isaac Newton Trust matching funding competition.

Applicants should identify 2 referees (at least one of which must be external to Cambridge) who would be prepared to provide a reference by Monday 13th November 2023, if required and requested by the Faculty of Philosophy.

Expressions of interest should be emailed to philref [__at__] phil [dot] cam [dot] ac [dot] uk by midday on Thursday 26th October 2023. The subject line for all emailed expressions of interests should include the applicant's last name. The email must include names and email addresses for their 2 referees, and the following documents must be attached to the email:

1) a completed INT Internal Competition cover sheet (this can be found on the following webpage: https://www.newtontrust.cam.ac.uk/ECFs/LeverhulmeECF/Leverhulmeapps)
2) a curriculum vitae
3) a list of your major publications
4) a statement of current research (approx 250 words)
5) a statement of proposed research (no more two sides of A4)

Applicants are advised to refer to the Leverhulme Trust website details about the Scheme, and to check that they meet the eligibility conditions before submitting expressions of interest to the Faculty of Philosophy. See https://www.leverhulme.ac.uk/early-career-fellowships

A shortlist of applications will be agreed within the Faculty before submission to the Newton Trust for consideration. Selection at both stages will be made on the basis of application materials. No interviews will be held. Applicants shortlisted for Newton Trust consideration will be informed by Friday 17th November 2023. The Newton Trust will inform recipients of offers for matched funding by the end of December 2023.

The Faculty is committed to equality and diversity, and we would particularly welcome applications from members of underrepresented groups.

Details of some of the family-friendly policies operated by the University are at:
http://www.hr.admin.cam.ac.uk/pay-benefits/cambens-employee-benefits/fam....

In recognition of its efforts to advance gender equality, the Faculty of Philosophy holds an 'Athena-SWAN' bronze award.

University of Graz,
Graz,
Austria
Post date: September 13, 2023
Professor of Political Philosophy
Deadline: October 25, 2023

At the Department of Philosophy at the Humanities Faculty, the University of Graz is seeking to appoint a

Professor of Political Philosophy (40 hours per week; selection procedure in accordance with Section 99 (1) of the Universities Act (UG); fixed-term employment for 5 years according to the Salaried Employees Act (AngG); expected starting date March 1st 2024)

The new professor will teach and undertake research in the area of Political Philosophy. He/she will have expertise in the following research areas: Justice, Human Rights, Legitimacy and Theory of Democracy, including trans- and international aspects. An interest in questions of applied political philosophy and the ability to connect to empirical questions are required. Expertise in the history of political philosophy is desirable. Thus, by cooperating across faculties with members of the Faculty of Humanities and the Faculty of Social and Economic Sciences or the Faculty of Law, he/she will make a significant contribution to the shaping of a Field of Excellence (e.g. “Climate Change Graz” and “Smart Regulation”) or the Cluster of Excellence “Knowledge in Crisis”. In addition to the University’s existing cooperation partnerships, the successful candidate will maintain, deepen and expand both local and international cooperation partnerships for the purpose of research. The professorship is expected to contribute to science communication with the public. In teaching, the professorship is expected to contribute to the existing study programmes, in particular to the master’s programme “Political, Economic and Legal Philosophy” and the teaching subject “Ethics” within the framework of the teacher training programme.)

Employment requirements:
• Austrian or equivalent foreign higher education degree corresponding with the position (doctorate/PhD)
• Habilitation or equivalent qualification in practical or political philosophy
• Outstanding academic qualifications in research and teaching in the relevant discipline (commensurate with stage of academic career)
• Skills in higher education didactics and online teaching
• Gender mainstreaming skills
• Skills in attracting subject-specific project grants
• Professional experience abroad during academic career
• Very good knowledge of English and good knowledge of German
• In addition, we expect a research focus in the field of “Political Philosophy”, with special consideration of the above-mentioned research areas in combination with questions of applied philosophy and consideration of empirical questions; international publication and lecture activities; relevant teaching experience; ability to collaborate across disciplines, especially in the humanities, social sciences, and economics; experience in the conception and implementation of interdisciplinary research projects and in the acquisition of third-party funding; and willingness to teach courses in German and English in the fields of political philosophy and ethics.

The successful candidate will be highly motivated, aiming for academic excellence and integrity in research and teaching. He/she will have demonstrated ability to collaborate constructively in a responsible manner and inspire colleagues and students in an interdisciplinary, internationally oriented context.
We offer a diverse, challenging, team-oriented working environment and a high degree of personal responsibility. Working hours are flexible and there are many options for further education and personal development.

Classification
Salary scheme of the Collective Bargaining Agreement for University Staff (Universitäten-KV): A1

Minimum salary
The minimum remuneration as stated in the Collective Bargaining Agreement is EUR 81.571,00 gross per year. Salary subject to negotiation.

Application deadline: October 25th 2023
Reference number: VV/10/99 ex 2022/23

The University of Graz is committed to increasing the proportion of female employees, especially in leadership roles. We therefore encourage qualified female colleagues in particular to apply for this position. In case of equal qualifications, women will receive priority consideration.

Please submit your application documents (in German or English) in accordance with the general application guidelines (which can be found at http://jobs.uni-graz.at/en/Berufungsverfahren) before the stated deadline. Your application documents should include the reference number of the position and be sent by email to:
bewerbung [dot] professur [__at__] uni-graz [dot] at

For further information please contact Univ.-Prof. Dr. Lukas Meyer at lukas [dot] meyer [__at__] uni-graz [dot] at or +43 (0) 316 / 380 - 2300.

Web:
Edmond & Lily Safra Center for Ethics,
Cambridge, MA,
USA
Post date: September 13, 2023
Fellow-in-Residence
Deadline: November 15, 2023

The Edmond & Lily Safra Center for Ethics at Harvard University invites applications from a broad range of researchers and practitioners who will work over the course of the year on pressing issues in ethics. Faculty in arts and sciences and professional schools, postdoctoral scholars, practitioners, and researchers from industry, government, and NGOs are eligible to apply. The call for applications for the 2024-25 is completely open: we will consider any topic pertaining to the serious ethical questions of our time. All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply and will be given careful consideration; priority will be given to outstanding early career scholars and practitioners.

As always, our goal will be to craft a cohort in which all fellows will find valuable intellectual partnerships to support and spur their work. The ideal candidates are those who are willing to invest time and energy into building community with the other fellows in their cohort.

Fellows-in-Residence will be expected to devote the majority of their time to their individual projects and to participate in regular work-in-progress seminars. In addition, Fellows are strongly encouraged to participate in—and contribute to—the Center's programming, which includes public lectures, themed seminars and reading groups, conferences, workshops, and lunch discussions.

This Fellowship is intended to be residential. With the exception of travel to conferences and meetings, Fellows are expected to be in residence in the Boston area at least four working days per week during the term.

For the last few years, the Center has offered the possibility of joint fellowship opportunities with several other Centers at Harvard. We continue to offer that possibility, with specific potential affiliations to be worked out on a case-by-case basis:

* Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society at Harvard University
* Carr Center for Human Rights at the Harvard Kennedy School
* Center for Bioethics at the Harvard Medical School
* Center for Research on Computation and Society at the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
* Hutchins Center for African & African American Research at Harvard University
* Petrie-Flom Center for Health Law Policy, Biotechnology and Bioethics at the Harvard Law School

Applicants will be invited to indicate on the application form whether they wish to be considered for a joint fellowship position with one of these Centers. If selected, the joint fellowship will offer access to development opportunities and programming at the Edmond & Lily Safra Center for Ethics and the partnering center.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must have a PhD, professional degree, or a minimum of 5 years of equivalent professional experience by the start of the fellowship year. Applicants from any discipline or professional field will be considered. Those who have previously held a yearlong residential Fellowship at the Center are not eligible; this limitation does not apply to former Undergraduate Fellows or former Graduate Fellows. The Fellows-in-Residence Program runs the course of the academic year, typically from the beginning of September through the end of May, and is open to all applicants who meet the above criteria, regardless of citizenship.

STIPEND

Faculty:
We offer a stipend of one-half of your base academic year salary, up to $80,000, and a research allowance of up to $5,000 for approved expenses directly related to your work, such as travel, books, and research assistance.

Post-Doc:
The stipend for post-doctoral fellows will be $70,000 for 2024-25. We also provide a research allowance of up to $5,000 for approved expenses directly related to your work, such as travel, books, and research assistance.

Practitioner:
Practitioner stipends are determined on a case-by-case basis, commensurate with experience, up to a maximum of $80,000. We also provide a research allowance of up to $5,000 for approved expenses directly related to your work, such as travel, books, and research assistance.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Before beginning the application, you may wish to have the following information available:

* The title of your research proposal
* Names and contact information for 3 references (no letters are accepted at this stage)

To apply, complete our online application form, which will request the information noted above. You will also be asked to upload the following documents:

* Cover letter stating your background and interest in the Fellows-in-Residence Program at the Edmond & Lily Safra Center for Ethics
* Curriculum Vitae
* Research proposal
* Recent writing sample

Please note: Name and contact information for three professional references will be requested, but no letters will be accepted at this stage.

The deadline to submit an application is November 15, 2023, with decisions likely to be announced in February 2024. Please note that the application form will be saved automatically while in progress, but no edits or alterations will be allowed once you have submitted the application. Please direct questions regarding this application process to EJSafraFellowships [__at__] fas [dot] harvard [dot] edu.

Institute of Philosophy,
Prague,
Czech Republic
Post date: September 11, 2023
PhD Level Research Position in environmental and/or technology ethics To be combined with PhD study at a Czech university Up to 4 years, half-time, with an added doctoral stipend
Deadline: November 30, 2023

Do you want to study and work in a vibrant international academic environment at the heart of Europe, in one of the world’s most charming cities? Are you interested in exploring philosophical and ethical questions concerning environment and/or new technologies? Apply for a PhD Level Research Position in the EU funded Center for Environmental and Technology Ethics - Prague (CETE-P), to be combined with PhD study at one of Czech universities of your choice.

CETE-P – a newly created research center based at the Institute of Philosophy of the Czech Academy of Sciences, established in collaboration with the ERA Chair Holder prof. Mark Coeckelbergh – is seeking to appoint a graduate in philosophy or neighboring disciplines to a PhD Level Research Position with focus on environmental ethics and/or technology ethics. Since the Institute of Philosophy of the Czech Academy of Science is a research institution with no PhD program of its own, the position is to be combined with PhD study at a Czech university under supervision of a CETE-P research team member.

The successful candidate is expected (1) to study a PhD program at one of Czech universities of their choice, with a PhD project supervised by a CETE-P research team member, and (2) participate in the research activities of CETE-P in collaboration with the supervisor, the CETE-P research team leader and prof. Mark Coeckelbergh. The successful candidate will be provided CETE-P team’s full support and assistance in the choice and application for a PhD study at a Czech university.

Qualification requirements
 MA in philosophy, ethics or neighboring disciplines with a clear connection to philosophy
 PhD research project in environmental ethics and/or technology ethics.
 Readiness to relocate to Czech Republic and study a PhD program at one of Czech universities
 Fluent oral and written academic English
 Excellent communication skills

Criteria to be explicitly addressed in the evaluation process
 Originality and innovativeness of the PhD project
 Potential to contribute to the development of the academic and research environment at CETE-P
 Personal suitability and motivation for the position – good team player and versatile at all levels
 Skills within popular dissemination and public outreach
 Ability to create and contribute to a positive environment for collaboration
 Capability of multidisciplinary co-operation

We offer
 Half-time research position with no teaching and low administrative obligations
 Contract for up to 4-years, with a 3-month probation period
 Salary approximately CZK 250.000 per annum (gross, halftime), to be combined with a doctoral stipend paid from a university
 A professionally stimulating working environment
 Attractive welfare benefits
 Office space located in the historical center of Prague
 Professional administrative and academic support
 Assistance with the application process for a PhD study at one of Czech universities
 Relocation assistance

The successful candidate for this post will commence duties preferably on 1 September 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter.

How to apply
The application must include:
- Statement of motivation
- PhD project proposal (max. 2 pages of content)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Complete list of publications or other relevant academic activities
- 1 sample of published work or conference paper (if applicable)
- List of reference persons: 2–3 references (name, position, relation to candidate, e-mail and phone number)
- Please note that all documents should be in English

The application with attachments must be delivered via email by 30 November 2023 to Petra Zakostelecka at zakostelecka [__at__] flu [dot] cas [dot] cz.

About the selection procedure
As the first step, Selection Committee will assess all applications and invite the most qualified applicants to online interviews taking place in February or March 2024.

Equal opportunity
The Institute of Philosophy of the Czech Academy of Sciences conducts an equal opportunities policy and encourages everyone to apply. Applications from the currently underrepresented groups in philosophy are especially welcome.

Contact information
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have about CETE-P, please contact Dr. Petr Urban, CETE-P Project Coordinator, at urban [__at__] flu [dot] cas [dot] cz. For questions about how to apply and the application process, please contact HR Officer Petra Zakostelecka at zakostelecka [__at__] flu [dot] cas [dot] cz.

About CETE-P/ Institute of Philosophy of the Czech Academy of Sciences
CETE-P is a new research unit at the Institute of Philosophy of the Czech Academy of Sciences in Prague, conducting research on the nexus between environmental and technology ethics. It is being established due to the EU funded Horizon Europe project Nr. 101086898 led by prof. Mark Coeckelbergh. For more information about the project: https://cetep.eu

The Institute of Philosophy of the Czech Academy of Sciences is a publicly funded non-university research institution, conducting research in key areas of philosophy and related humanities. It is the largest humanities institute affiliated with the Czech Academy of Sciences. The Institute has a vibrant international research community and hosts prestigious research projects supported by European funding schemes such as ERC, Horizon Europe or COST. The Institute is located at the very heart of the historical center of Prague. For more information about the Institute: https://www.flu.cas.cz/en/