Jobs In Philosophy
The Philosophy Department at the University of Duisburg-Essen, Germany, invites applications for a postdoctoral position (‘wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin’, comparable to an assistant professorship, 100% TVL).
Job description: You will be required to engage in independent research in the context of the project "Ethical Sentimentalism and the Nature of Emotion". Specifically, the research is to be carried out on the subproject "Metaphysical Sentimentalism and Emotion Theory". The incumbent will also be involved in the organisation of workshops and conferences, including the MetaEssen und PhEEL series. The position has no teaching duties, although teaching opportunities are available if teaching is desired.
Your profile: Candidates should have both a BA and a very good PhD in philosophy, and excellent command of the English language. You should be specialised in metaethics, metaphysics and philosophical psychology (particularly the philosophy of emotion). You should have a methodological orientation in analytic philosophy, together with a solid background in the history of philosophy. Finally, familiarity with areas of empirical psychology, especially psychological theories of emotion, would be highly desirable.
The work we are doing in the Research Group Philosophical Anthropology and Ethics is described at: https://www.uni-due.de/philosophie/anthropology/
Starting date: 1st October 2026
Contract duration: 3 years
Position type: Full-time (100% TVL); salary bracket 13 TV-L (gross salary 57.112 € - 81,176 €). The net salary depends on age, tax level (family situation), and years of academic experience. Part-time employment is possible.
Application deadline: 13.08.2026
How to apply: Please send a CV, a list of courses taught, a list of publications, copies of your transcripts and degree certificates, a writing sample and details of two referees (all in one PDF) by email to Neil Roughley (neil [dot] roughley [__at__] uni-due [dot] de), to whom any questions about the position can also be addressed. Please mention the reference number 336-26 in the mail’s subject line.
Diversity & Inclusiveness: The University of Duisburg-Essen is committed to promoting the diversity of its members (see: https://www.uni-due.de/diversity). It aims to increase the proportion of women among its academic staff and therefore strongly encourages suitably qualified women to apply. In accordance with the North Rhine-Westphalia Equal Opportunities Act (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz NRW), women will be given preference in cases of equal qualifications. Applications from suitably qualified persons with severe disabilities and persons of an equivalent status, as specified by Section 2(3) of the German Social Code, Book IX (SGB IX), are welcomed.
The Philosophy Department at the University of Duisburg-Essen, Germany, invites applications for a postdoctoral position (‘wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin’, comparable to an assistant professorship, 100% TVL).
Job description: You will be required to engage in independent research in the context of the project Ethical Sentimentalism and the Nature of Emotion. Specifically, the research is to be carried out on the subproject Conceptual Sentimentalism and Emotion Theory. The incumbent will also be involved in the organisation of workshops and conferences, including the MetaEssen und PhEEL series. The position has no teaching duties, although teaching opportunities are available if teaching is desired.
Your profile: Candidates should have both a BA and a very good PhD in philosophy, and excellent command of the English language. You should be specialised in metaethics, philosophical psychology (particularly the philosophy of emotion) and epistemology. You should have a methodological orientation in analytic philosophy, together with a solid background in the history of philosophy. Finally, familiarity with areas of empirical psychology, especially psychological theories of emotion, would be highly desirable.
The work we are doing in the Research Group Philosophical Anthropology and Ethics is described at: https://www.uni-due.de/philosophie/anthropology/
Starting date: 1st October 2026
Contract duration: 3 years
Position type: Full-time (100% TVL); salary bracket 13 TV-L (gross salary 57.112 € - 81,176 €). The net salary depends on age, tax level (family situation), and years of academic experience. Part-time employment is possible.
Application deadline: 13.08.2026
How to apply: Please send a CV, a list of courses taught, a list of publications, copies of your transcripts and degree certificates, a writing sample and details of two referees (all in one PDF) by email to Neil Roughley (neil [dot] roughley [__at__] uni-due [dot] de), to whom any questions about the position can also be addressed. Please mention the reference number 332-26 in the mail’s subject line.
Diversity & Inclusiveness: The University of Duisburg-Essen is committed to promoting the diversity of its members (see: https://www.uni-due.de/diversity). It aims to increase the proportion of women among its academic staff and therefore strongly encourages suitably qualified women to apply. In accordance with the North Rhine-Westphalia Equal Opportunities Act (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz NRW), women will be given preference in cases of equal qualifications. Applications from suitably qualified persons with severe disabilities and persons of an equivalent status, as specified by Section 2(3) of the German Social Code, Book IX (SGB IX), are welcomed.
University Environment
Brigham Young University–Idaho is supported and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Its mission is to develop disciples of Jesus Christ who are leaders in their homes, the Church, and their communities. As a private, baccalaureate institution, the university is teaching focused and student centered by design. To learn more about teaching at BYU–Idaho, see BYU–Idaho Faculty.
BYU–Idaho prefers to hire qualified members of the Church in good standing as authorized under Title 41 CFR § 60-1.5 (a)(6). As a condition of employment, faculty members hold and are worthy to hold a current temple recommend. Faculty abide by university policies and refrain from behavior or expression that seriously and adversely affects the university mission or the Church of Jesus Christ. Faculty who are members of the Church of Jesus Christ must also receive a clearance from the Church Educational System’s Ecclesiastical Clearance Office (the ECO) to be eligible to be considered for or continue employment.
Position Summary
Help fulfill the university’s mission by teaching students and providing subject-matter expertise for the BYU-Idaho Philosophy minor (see website for more information about the program). Additional responsibilities include advising students and other department and university assignments.
Throughout their careers, all BYU–Idaho faculty are expected to actively pursue professional development opportunities in learning and teaching and ongoing scholarly development within their discipline.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Advanced degree required (master’s or doctorate) in philosophy, with expertise in the history of philosophy, logic (including propositional and first-order predicate logic), ethics, and the philosophy of religion.
Applicants must have a demonstrated commitment to and potential for excellence in teaching, as shown through student evaluations, courses taught, and other academic experience.
The modern world increasingly relies on mathematical models, but the number of people who build and understand these models is incredibly small. It is therefore reasonable to ask whether we can and should trust these models and those who develop them. This project will examine the ethics and power structures of modelling. More importantly, it seeks to explore how the general public can be empowered to critically discuss modelling methods and assumptions without requiring full understanding the mathematical intricacies of the models. The work will involve a deep, critical questioning of practices in mathematical modelling, exploration of the ways in which mathematical models produce insights, discussion of modelling to shape debates and formulation of best practices.
Key questions include:
- How do models produce insights?
- How is the power of modelling used?
- How can models be understood, questioned, and criticized by the public?
You’ll be working with an interdisciplinary team of experts that includes, among others, Rossella Alba (Social Science, Science, Technology Studies and Human Geography), Mark Siebel (Philosophy) and Thilo Gross (Mathematical Modelling).
Requirements include:
- PhD in a relevant subject (e.g., philosophy, Science and Technology Studies)
- Interest in philosophy of mathematical modelling
- Willingness to engage in interdisciplinary research
- Very good English knowledge (approximately equivalent to CEFR level C1)
For further information on the specific position, please reach out to Prof Dr Rossella Alba (rossella [dot] alba [__at__] hifmb [dot] de) or Prof Dr Thilo Gross (thilo [dot] gross [__at__] hifmb [dot] de). If you have any general questions about the application process, our Recruiting team will be glad to support you – please contact Elisabeth Wildt (bewerbungsmanagement [__at__] awi [dot] de, +49 471 4831-2236).
This is a full-time position, limited to 3 years. It is also suitable for part-time employment. The salary will be paid in accordance with the Collective Agreement for the Public Service of the Federation (Tarifvertrag des öffentlichen Dienstes, TVöD Bund), up to salary level 13. The place of employment will be Oldenburg.
The University of Copenhagen seeks to appoint a visionary and team-oriented tenure-track assistant professor to commence 1 February, 2027, or as soon as possible thereafter.
Candidates should work in one of the main areas of philosophy (theoretical philosophy, practical philosophy, and/or history of philosophy). They will be expected to teach some of the main courses in the philosophy programme and must be able to teach topics within German or French philosophy after 1900. Teaching qualifications in additional subjects not covered by other faculty members are welcome. The successful candidate will be part of the Section for Philosophy and is expected to take an active part in the Section’s research activities (e.g., section seminars, reading groups, and talks) and collegial events (e.g., end-of-term gatherings).
Job description
The tenure-track assistant professors’ responsibilities primarily consist of:
• Research, including peer-reviewed publications and academic dissemination of results to the scientific community and the public.
• Develop, organize, and conduct research-based teaching related to the fields mentioned above.
Additionally, the following tasks fall under the responsibility of tenure-track assistant professors:
• Explore the societal perspective of their research through, e.g., research-based innovation.
• Contribute to an active academic environment.
• Applying for and managing funds for externally funded activities.
• Contribute to diversity and a good working environment.
A tenure-track assistant professorship is a six-year, fixed-term academic position involving both research and teaching. The successful candidate will be obliged to complete a teacher-training course designed especially for assistant professors and will be expected to be able to take part in all the activities of the Department, including examinations and administration.
Approximately six months before the end of the six-year period as tenure-track assistant professor, a committee will evaluate whether the assistant professor can be promotedto a tenured position as associate professor.
Read more about the tenure-track program at Copenhagen University here: Tenure track at the University of Copenhagen – University of Copenhagen (https://employment.ku.dk/tenure-track/tenure-track-at-ucph/)
Qualification requirements:
The successful applicant should present ambitious research and teaching plans. When evaluating applicants, primary emphasis will be placed on the applicant's ability to document original scientific work of the highest international standard, and an innovative and visionary mindset. Engagement with and further development of the Philosophy Section’s research profile (https://komm.ku.dk/forskning/filosofi/) will be evaluated positively. The applicant should possess strong interpersonal competences that support an inclusive, open-minded and engaging teaching environment at BA and MA philosophy programs.
The applicant should have:
• Ph.D. level or equivalent qualifications within philosophy
• a research profile within one of the above-mentioned areas of philosophy
• teaching experience and a strong commitment to the development of innovative and research-based teaching
Further information on qualification requirements as assistant professor can be found in the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Danish Universities here: Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities (In Danish only). (https://www.retsinformation.dk/eli/lta/2025/375)
Within a reasonable period (3-6 years), non-Danish-speaking appointees are expected to acquire proficiency in Danish sufficient to be able to interact with colleagues and students.
For more information on careers at UCPH, and more general information about assistant professorships and qualification requirements, please follow the links below: Career at The University of Copenhagen – University of Copenhagen (ku.dk). (https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/career-at-upch/)
Furthermore, each candidate must be assessed according to the specific requirements stated in this job advertisement.
Overall criteria for a position at the University of Copenhagen:
Five overall criteria (Research, Teaching, Innovation and Societal Impact, Organizational Contribution, and Leadership) are considered a framework for the overall assessment of candidates at each academic level.
For assistant professors, this framework includes the following criteria:
Research
Assistant professors must demonstrate intellectual originality, develop their research profile and provide valuable contributions to research-based knowledge.
Teaching
Assistant professors provide research-based teaching within one or more disciplines.
Innovation and Societal Impact
Assistant professors can give their research a societal perspective and explore how it can benefit societal progress through, for example, research-based innovation, entrepreneurship, public-sector services, consultancy or dissemination.
Organizational Contribution
Assistant professors contribute to an active academic environment.
Leadership
Assistant professors have self-management skills, including management of their own projects.
More detailed information about the criteria for assistant professors is available here: 5a_Criteria_for_recognising_merit_-Assistant_professors.pdf (https://jobportal.ku.dk/videnskabelige-stillinger/kriterier-for-videnska...)
Application
Please submit your application online. To apply, please click on the “Apply now” icon at the bottom of this page. The application must be written in English, and include the following attachments in PDF or Word format:
• CV (max. three pages)
• Cover letter (max. one page)
• Documentation of qualifications (exam certificates, PhD diploma, etc.)
• Complete publication list (attached publications must be marked with an asterisk). The list must be structured systematically and divided into the following categories:
• Peer-reviewed publications:
o Monographs and anthologies
o Articles in journals
o Book chapters/anthology contributions, etc.
• Non-peer-reviewed publications:
o Publications disseminating research findings, etc.
You can attach a maximum of 5 publications. The publication date must be clearly marked on the list. The selected publications must be uploaded as attachments and numbered 1-5. A minimum of 2 of the publications must have been published within the last 5 years prior to the application deadline. Should any material submitted consist of work with named co-authors, or work that is otherwise the result of collective academic endeavours, the extent of the applicant’s contribution to the work must be clearly specified. A signed statement from the co-authors specifying the extent and nature of everyone’s contribution must be included.
• Research plan (max. five pages).
• Teaching portfolio. Please refer to the UCPH guidelines for teaching portfolios available at:Job application portfolio – University of Copenhagen. (https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/criteria-for-recognising-merit/job-appl...)
The Application Deadline is 14 September 2026 at 23:59 [CEST].
Please read the full job description and apply at the university homepage
https://candidate.hr-manager.net/ApplicationInit.aspx?cid=3010&ProjectId...
The modern world increasingly relies on mathematical models, but the number of people who build and understand these models is incredibly small. It is therefore reasonable to ask whether we can and should trust these models and those who develop them. This project will examine the ethics and power structures of modelling. More importantly, it seeks to explore how the general public can be empowered to critically discuss modelling methods and assumptions without requiring full understanding the mathematical intricacies of the models. The work will involve a deep, critical questioning of practices in mathematical modelling, exploration of the ways in which mathematical models produce insights, discussion of modelling to shape debates and formulation of best practices.
You’ll be working with an interdisciplinary team of experts that includes, among others, Rossella Alba (Social Science, Science, Technology Studies and Human Geography), Mark Siebel (Philosophy) and Thilo Gross (Mathematical Modelling). Requirements include:
• PhD in a relevant subject (e.g., Philosophy, Science and Technology Studies)
• Interest in philosophy of mathematical modelling
• Willingness to engage in interdisciplinary research
• Very good knowledge of the English language (approximately equivalent to CEFR level C1).
This is a full-time position, limited to 3 years. The salary will be paid in accordance with the Collective Agreement for the Public Service of the Federation (Tarifvertrag des öffentlichen Dienstes, TVöD Bund), up to salary level 13. The place of employment will be Oldenburg.
Please submit your application online only by July 20th, 2026 (https://jobs.awi.de/Vacancies/2197/Application/New/1). We kindly ask you to apply in English. Applicants are required to submit an extended cover letter (max. 2 pages) describing their fit to the position and criteria, and complete the template CV provided (https://jobs.awi.de/Vacancies/2197/Description/2?ShowDocument=4).
La Faculté des lettres et des sciences humaines de l’Université de Fribourg (Suisse) met au concours un poste de
Professeur-e en philosophie moderne et contemporaine
Le/La candidat-e est titulaire d’un doctorat. Une habilitation ou des travaux jugés équivalents sont souhaités. Il/Elle possède les compétences scientifiques requises pour enseigner et diriger des travaux au niveau Bachelor et Master ainsi que pour encadrer des thèses de Doctorat.
Le/La candidat-e dispose de publications scientifiques de rayonnement international dans le domaine concerné et d’une expérience dans l’enseignement académique. Il/Elle s’engage à s’intégrer dans le Département de philosophie, dans la Faculté des lettres et des sciences humaines, aux niveaux de l’enseignement, de la recherche et de l’administration ainsi qu’à diriger des projets de recherche et d’obtenir des moyens tiers.
Le/La candidat-e est spécialiste dans l’une des deux périodes et a effectué des recherches dans l’autre. Il/Elle devra posséder les compétences nécessaires pour assurer un enseignement complet et de haut niveau portant sur la philosophie allant du XVIIe au XXIe siècle. Il/Elle contribuera au profil d’excellence de la recherche du Département de philosophie. Il/Elle sera à même d’envisager des perspectives interdisciplinaires avec d’autres départements et instituts de la Faculté des lettres et des sciences humaines. Des compétences avérées dans la réflexion sur l’intelligence artificielle et/ou les humanités numériques bénéficieront d’un traitement prioritaire.
Au sein du Département de philosophie à Fribourg, chaque titulaire enseigne à parts égales en français et en allemand. Le titulaire du poste doit dès l’entrée en fonction être en mesure d’assurer l’enseignement dans au moins l’une des deux langues. Des connaissances de la deuxième langue (niveau B1 oral) sont attendues. Le cas échéant, elles doivent être acquises dans les deux ans suivant l’entrée en fonction.
L’entrée en fonction est prévue au 1er février 2027.
Le dossier de candidature sera muni des documents suivants : curriculum vitae, diplômes universitaires, lettre de motivation, liste des publications, des projets de recherches et des expériences dans l’enseignement, et cinq publications (dont une ou deux monographies) en format pdf. Il sera adressé jusqu’au 28 juin 2026 en format électronique (si nécessaire par lien de téléchargement) au Décanat de la Faculté des lettres et des sciences humaines à jobs-lettres [__at__] unifr [dot] ch.
Soucieuse de promouvoir une représentation équitable des femmes et des hommes, l'Université de Fribourg encourage vivement les candidatures féminines. En tant que membre de la Coalition for Advancing Research Assessment (CoARA), l'Université de Fribourg met l'accent sur l'évaluation qualitative des résultats académiques et sur la transparence des processus.
Pour tout renseignement complémentaire, veuillez-vous adresser au Prof. Emmanuel Alloa, Département de philosophie, Université de Fribourg, Av. de l’Europe 20, 1700 Fribourg (Suisse). E-mail : emmanuel [dot] alloa [__at__] unifr [dot] ch
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Die Philosophische Fakultät der Universität Freiburg (Schweiz) schreibt eine
Professur für Neuzeitliche und Zeitgenössische Philosophie aus.
Der/Die Kandidat/in verfügt über einen Doktortitel. Eine Habilitation oder gleichwertige Qualifikationen sind erwünscht. Er/Sie verfügt über die erforderlichen wissenschaftlichen Kompetenzen, um auf Bachelor- und Masterstufe zu unterrichten und schriftliche Arbeiten zu betreuen sowie Doktorarbeiten zu begleiten. Der/Die Bewerber/in ist auf dem betreffenden Fachgebiet international durch Publikationen ausgewiesen und verfügt über qualifizierte Erfahrung in der Hochschullehre. Er/Sie verpflichtet sich zur aktiven Mitarbeit im Departement für Philosophie und in der Philosophischen Fakultät. Über die Verpflichtungen in der Lehre und der Selbstverwaltung hinaus wird die Kompetenz zur Leitung von Forschungsprojekten und zur Einwerbung von Drittmitteln erwartet.
Der/Die Bewerber/in ist in mindestens einer der beiden Epochen profiliert und hat sich mit der anderen Epoche nachweislich auseinandergesetzt. Er/Sie verfügt über die erforderlichen Kompetenzen für eine fundierte und umfassende Lehre im Bereich der Philosophie vom 17. bis zum 21. Jahrhundert. Er/sie entwickelt das Profil des Departements im Sinne der Forschungsexzellenz weiter. Er/Sie bringt die Bereitschaft zur interdisziplinären Arbeit mit anderen Departementen und Instituten der Philosophischen Fakultät mit. Bewerbungen mit Expertise im Bereich der künstlichen Intelligenz und/oder der Digital Humanities werden bevorzugt berücksichtigt.
Am Departement für Philosophie in Freiburg unterrichtet jede/r Stelleninhaber/in zu gleichen Anteilen auf Französisch und Deutsch. Der/Die Stelleninhaber/in muss in der Lage sein, in mindestens einer dieser beiden Sprachen das eigene Lehrdeputat zu absolvieren. Kenntnisse der zweiten Sprache (mündliches Niveau B1) werden erwartet. Wenn diese bei Stellenantritt nicht vorhanden sind, müssen sie innerhalb von zwei Jahren nach Stellenantritt erworben werden.
Stellenantritt: 1. Februar 2027.
Bewerbungen müssen die folgenden Unterlagen umfassen: Curriculum Vitae, Universitätszeugnisse, ein Motivationsschreiben, eine Publikationsliste, ein Verzeichnis der Forschungsprojekte und der Lehrerfahrung sowie fünf Publikationen (davon 1 oder 2 Monographien) als PDFs. Die Bewerbungen sind bis zum 28. Juni 2026 in elektronischer Form (wenn nötig mit einem Download-Link) beim Dekanat der Philosophischen Fakultät unter jobs-lettres [__at__] unifr [dot] ch einzureichen.
Die Universität Freiburg fördert eine ausgewogene Vertretung von Frauen und Männern. Bewerbungen von Frauen sind daher ausdrücklich erwünscht. Als Mitglied der Coalition for Advancing Research Assessment (CoARA) legt die Universität Freiburg Wert auf eine qualitative Bewertung der akademischen Leistungen sowie auf transparente Prozesse.
Für weitere Informationen wenden Sie sich bitte an Prof. Emmanuel Alloa, Departement für Philosophie, Universität Freiburg, Av. de l'Europe 20, 1700 Freiburg (Schweiz). E-Mail: emmanuel [dot] alloa [__at__] unifr [dot] ch
UNIVERSITY of MISSOURI-KANSAS CITY
SCHOOL of HUMANITIES and SOCIAL SCIENCES
Department of Political Science and Philosophy
The School of Humanities and Social Sciences offers a broad and diverse educational experience for students interested in the arts, humanities, and social sciences. Analyzing ideas and human experiences from a wide variety of perspectives prepares students for careers in government, law, education, communication, digital media, political organizations and more. The school offers a wide range of coursework that suits the specific needs of students seeking professional careers or those wanting to further their academic studies.
The Department of Political Science and Philosophy provides a world-class education with accessible and engaged faculty. We are committed to our undergraduate degree courses and programs, guided by cutting-edge research. The Philosophy program offers a major and a minor, in addition to an Ethics Certificate. Learn more about the department here: https://shss.umkc.edu/areas-of-study/political-science-and-philosophy/.
Job Description
The University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor of Philosophy. The successful applicant will teach courses that support the Philosophy major/minor, the Ethics Certificate, and the UMKC Essentials general education program, reflecting their strong training and expertise in critical thinking and ethical inquiry. In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will oversee and grow the Ethics Certificate through student recruitment, course development with our interdisciplinary partners, and community outreach and engagement. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible, renewable, 9-month contract to begin Fall Semester 2026. This faculty position provides opportunity for ranked non-tenure track promotion.
The search committee will prioritize candidates with demonstrated excellence in teaching and student mentorship. Candidates with experience teaching ethics, critical thinking, and/or general education courses are especially welcome, as are those with the ability to guide ethical inquiry through texts, media, or other materials that are approachable, engaging, and meaningful for students. Candidates may also highlight experience with courses in logic and scientific reasoning, and civic and urban engagement. Candidates with prior experience in curriculum development and program or certificate coordination are encouraged to apply. Candidates with at least two years of teaching experience are strongly preferred. We seek a long-term colleague who will contribute to UMKC’s mission as a student-centered, urban research university committed to bringing cultural, social, health, and economic prosperity to the metropolitan, regional, and global communities we serve.
Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Philosophy or a closely related field is required by August 1, 2026.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Compensation is commensurate with rank, qualifications/credentials, instructional experience and fields of demonstrated excellence.
Our academic schedules and workload provide for a positive work/life balance.
Application Materials
For consideration you must complete the online application electronically at https://info.umkc.edu/hr/careers/academic-positions. Click on Academic Positions, Job Opening 59063.
Complete applications must include:
a cover letter of no more than 2 pages addressing the applicant’s academic training and relevant teaching experiences,
a curriculum vitae
a teaching portfolio (including a teaching statement, at least one recent syllabus, and sample evaluations).
All application materials should be combined into one PDF or Microsoft Word document with a maximum size of 11 MB and uploaded as your resume attachment. Please limit the document name to 50 characters and do not include any special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).
Please also arrange for three official letters of professional reference to be sent to the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Bruce Bubacz (bubaczb [__at__] umkc [dot] edu). Where possible, we request that the letters address the applicant’s teaching.
If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email umpshrsupport [__at__] umsystem [dot] edu .
For questions about the position, please contact: Dr. Bruce Bubacz (bubaczb [__at__] umkc [dot] edu).
Reasonable accommodations may be requested during the application and recruitment process. If you need an accommodation, please contact the Office of Affirmative Action at (816) 235-1323.
We will contact references and request educational transcripts for applicants who progress to the finalist stage. A Criminal Background Check is required for hire.
Application Deadline
Initial review of applications will begin on April 1, 2026 and continue until a qualified candidate is identified.
Other Information
UMKC is a public, urban, Carnegie R1 rated research university, located in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri. A part of the University of Missouri System, UMKC has over 125 academic areas across 10 schools and two campuses. UMKC has an increasingly diverse student population, enrolling students from 50 states and 80+ countries. UMKC’s faculty are leaders in their fields and exceptionally committed teachers. With a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, professors have the opportunity to build and maintain meaningful connections with students. UMKC strives to connect campus and community through service learning and community focused scholarship. Non-tenure-track faculty are highly valued at UMKC, involved in faculty governance, receive teaching support (including internal grants and awards), and are eligible for many of the same benefits as tenure-track and tenured faculty.
Community Information
Kansas City is a diverse and vibrant community that sits on the western edge of Missouri, with a metropolitan area of over 2 million people. It is consistently ranked in US News’ Top 100 places to live and is known for its affordability, rapidly growing economy, and its thriving music, art, and food scenes. Our beautiful state has rolling hills, rivers, lakes, and long bike/hiking trails for those that enjoy time in the great outdoors. Kansas City offers something for everyone! https://www.visitkc.com/ .
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.
Centre for Philosophy and AI Research {PAIR}, Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Germany
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Requirements:
Masters degree in philosophy or a closely related discipline, by the time of appointment. Education in AI or related disciplines is appreciated.
We are looking for a candidate with clear intellectual and academic excellence, capable of good teamwork, with an international outlook, and good English proficiency. The specific topic of the PhD will be developed in year one, but at the moment, we think that some fruitful areas of philosophical research on AI may include: agency, intention, perception, limits of machine-learning, AI in education & research, AI and philosophical method, well-being, and human rights. Some organisational or teaching work for the Centre is assumed (ca. 15%). Employees are expected to reside in the region and to work on-site at PAIR during the semester time most of the week.
We do not require that applicants already have a visa & work permit for the EU/Germany.
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Benefits:
The PhD students will be supervised by the Director, Prof. Vincent C. Müller, and a Research Fellow at PAIR. They benefit from an excellent research environment and a well-organised support structure. PAIR has a dozen researchers as well as support staff for admin and IT.
Salary at level TV-L E13, 65% (currently starting at ca. €38.000/year, before tax). The employment includes social security benefits, health insurance (1/2 employer, 1/2 employee), pension, sick pay, etc. Employment can start in October 2026 or earlier. The contracts are for three years.
There is funding for travel expenses (currently 2600/year), for the organisation of events and for inviting people to PAIR. There is a bonus for finishing on time and there is seed funding for applying for postdoctoral funding.
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Application:
Applications via e-mail to pair-jobs [__at__] fau [dot] de, with subject “PAIR PhD: Application“, with a single PDF that includes:
- motivation letter (1-2 pages)
- 2–4 page outline of a proposed PhD-project (including references)
- CV
- Contact information for 2 referees
Targeted inquiries can be made via pair-jobs [__at__] fau [dot] de with the subject line “PAIR PhD: Inquiry”.
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Deadline:
6 March 2026
Interviews will be held in March/early April; decisions are scheduled for 15th of April.
Official Job Ad: https://philjobs.org/job/show/30722
The Department of Humanities and Philosophy at Loyola University Andalucía is seeking applications for an open-rank position to begin in September 2026. The initial contract period is 18 months with the possibility of extension. The position is funded through the research project “Liberalism in Contemporary Chinese Philosophy” by the Volkswagen Stiftung.
Qualified candidates will possess a Ph.D. in philosophy or a related field with a strong focus on ethics, social and political thought, or intercultural philosophy. We are looking for candidates with a proven teaching background in both introductory and upper-level undergraduate courses, particularly in ethics and political philosophy. The successful candidate will be expected to teach two courses per semester (24 credits per year) at the main Sevilla and the Córdoba campus. While Spanish is the primary language of instruction, candidates should also exhibit a strong proficiency in English. The capacity for innovative teaching and research, as demonstrated through publications in reputable journals and participation in international collaboration projects, is highly valued. Additionally, experience in securing external grants will also be considered an advantage.
Loyola University is part of the Jesuit network, which includes over 193 universities worldwide, and is committed to forming individuals who can improve the world through various fields of knowledge and professional practice. Candidates are expected to have a solid understanding of the university's pedagogical and Ignatian ethical traditions. As an institution, Loyola stands out in Andalucía for having the highest employability rates in undergraduate and postgraduate education, as well as a strong emphasis on academic performance and internationalization.
Interested candidates should submit a motivation letter, a CV, and university diplomas to rrhh [__at__] uloyola [dot] es. The review of applications will commence immediately and continue until May 31, 2026, or until the position is filled, whichever is earlier.