Jobs in Philosophy in Americas
Job Description
Responsible for providing quality instruction to students through well prepared classes, relevant assignments, fair and holistic assessment of learning, clear documentation of student progress, and support of the academic success for at-risk students.
•Teach assigned courses
•Adequately prepare all course materials and lessons. Note preparation time will vary based on instructor experience in teaching that course
•Provide each student with clear course expectations, evaluations and timelines through carefully written topical outlines and approved, standardized syllabus
•Provide Interesting and relevant assignments for students that demonstrate learning outcomes in a real-life setting
•Suitably challenge, engage, serve and communicate with students to encourage their participation and learning while maintaining mutual value and respect
•Complete grade books, final grade sheets, learning assessments and final exam assessments on a timely basis
•Respond to student questions on a timely basis
•Identify and refer at-risk students to specific academic support services
•Ensure course and program learning outcomes are delivered as defined by the syllabus.
•Act as a substitute as needed
•Attend graduation ceremonies each year
•Where applicable, ensure safety and sanitation of all labs, equipment and supplies
•Post and maintain office and classroom schedules
•Participate in and provide feedback to institutional committees and reporting.
•Work with program chair and other appropriate groups on retention activities.
•Provide mentoring to new faculty
•Assist director of education in program evaluation and planning
•Attend regularly scheduled in-services and discipline specific professional development activities.
•Responsible to maintain credentials as required by accrediting councils/agencies and regulatory bodies
Required Skills
•Strong organizational skills
•Proficiency in Word and Outlook
•Expertise in interpersonal and oral presentation/written communication skills, as demonstrated by: data sheet, diplomas, degrees, transcripts, certifications, CVs/Resumes, and personal interview.
Required Experience
◦Possesses a minimum of two (2) years of occupational (i.e., practical) experience in the subject field in which they teach; specific concentration in Philosophy or Communications required
◦Candidate must have obtained at least a conferred Master’s from an accredited U.S. college/university or international equivalent, additional requirements driven by state licensing or accreditation considerations may apply.
◦Candidate will also be required to complete a satisfactory background check.
◦Candidate will be required to submit a resume and/or curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy and copies of unofficial transcripts (all degree levels) with their application
Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas, USA Assistant Professor EXTENDED DEADLINE Applications Accepted Until: 11.27.12
Assistant Professor, Tenure Track, beginning August 2013 AOS: Philosophical or Mathematical Logic or Philosophy of Mathematics. AOC: open, with some preference for teaching competence in Ancient. Applicants who are ABD will be considered, but appointment as Assistant Professor will require that the Ph.D. be in hand before August 2013; otherwise the appointment will be as Instructor. Five undergraduate courses per year, standard committee work. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to and appreciation for teaching students from diverse, multi-cultural backgrounds. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Send application package (Letter of application, CV, sample paper, research and teaching statements, and evidence of teaching competence submitted as a single PDF file plus 3 letters of recommendation to philosophy [__at__] ksu [dot] edu). Applications will be accepted through November 27, 2012. Kansas State University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer actively seeking diversity among its employees. The Philosophy Department strongly encourages applications from women and minorities. In accordance with Kansas Board of Regents policy, the University is required to run a background check on the final candidate.
The Department of Philosophy is seeking applications for a full-time tenure-track professor position, with a specialization in continental philosophy (19th-20th century), at the rank of assistant professor.
Responsibilities
The appointed candidate will be expected to teach at all three levels of the curriculum, supervise graduate students, engage in ongoing research and publication, and contribute to the academic life and reputation of the University.
Requirements
• PhD in philosophy.
• Specialization in continental philosophy (19th-20th century).
• Teaching and research experience.
• A high-quality publication record.
• Proficiency in the French language. The Université de Montréal is a Québec university with an international reputation. French is the language of instruction. To renew its teaching faculty, the University is intensively recruiting the world’s best specialists. In accordance with the institution’s language policy
[http://secretariatgeneral.umontreal.ca/fileadmin/user_upload/secretariat/doc_officiels/reglements/administration/adm10-34_politique-linguistique.pdf], the Université de Montréal provides support for newly-recruited faculty to attain proficiency in French.
Senior-level appointment, beginning July 1, 2013. Salary competitive.
The Department of Philosophy at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte seeks an outstanding senior scholar as Department Chair. The area of teaching and research is open. Candidates must have: 1) a doctoral degree in philosophy; 2) credentials appropriate for appointment at the rank of full professor; 3) a strong record of publishing in philosophy; and 4) a commitment to promote diversity as a value in the department, college and university. Administrative experience is preferred, and a record of success in securing extramural funding is highly desirable.
The Department offers a major and minor, a Graduate Certificate in Applied Ethics, and an M.A. in Ethics and Applied Philosophy. Our department has connections to other units across the university, both at the graduate and undergraduate levels, and we are closely affiliated with UNC Charlotte's Center for Professional and Applied Ethics, with which the Chair will be expected to collaborate regularly for campus events and initiatives. The Department is committed to an intertraditional approach to philosophy, growth in the major and graduate programs, and strong practical and engaged research. The ideal Chair will embrace and augment those commitments. (For more information on the Department, see our website: http://philosophy.uncc.edu.)
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is a doctoral, research-intensive university, located in one of the nation’s fastest-growing metropolitan areas on an expanding modern campus. One of sixteen campuses in one of the oldest public university systems in the United States, UNC Charlotte offers over 26,000 culturally diverse students a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Charlotte's metropolitan area is rich in cultural and racial diversity (over 40% Hispanic/Latino and African-American) and our faculty strives to reflect and interact positively with that population. The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences houses 20 departments in the humanities, social and behavioral sciences, physical sciences, and military sciences, as well as 8 research centers and institutes and 13 interdisciplinary programs.
Applications must be submitted electronically at https://jobs.uncc.edu and the following documents should be attached: cover letter describing your qualifications and approach to leadership, teaching, and scholarship; CV; and names and contact information of three references.
AA/EOE employer. Minorities, women, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. Screening of applications begins November 15, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled.
For Additional Information about this position, contact:
Ronald F. Lunsford
Chair, Search Committee for Philosophy Chair
UNC Charlotte
9201 University City Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28223
(704) 687-4223
rflunsfo [__at__] uncc [dot] edu
The Department of Philosophy at Queen’s University announces the new Abby Benjamin Postdoctoral Fellowship in Animal Studies. This is a one-year non-renewable 12-month fellowship. The successful applicant will have a demonstrated expertise in animal ethics, law and public policy, show evidence of teaching potential, and be able to participate constructively in departmental and collegial activities. While we interpret animal ethics, law and public policy broadly, and welcome applications from various disciplines that study human-animal relations including political science, law, philosophy, sociology and environmental studies, we are looking in particular for research that critically examines the moral, legal and political dimensions of how human-animal relations are governed. A recipient of the Fellowship is expected to reside in Kingston, to be actively involved in the day-to-day life of the Department, to teach a University course in animal studies, and to collaborate in developing initiatives related to the promotion of the analysis and understanding of animal rights (such as workshops, conferences, public lectures, etc.) The Fellow will work under the supervision of Prof. Will Kymlicka.
The 2013-14 fellowship will start on July 1, 2013. Applicants must have submitted their doctoral dissertation by that date, and must be within five years of having received their doctorate.
The salary for the postdoctoral fellowship will be $40,000, which includes remuneration for teaching a half-course in animal ethics or a cognate subject.
The academic staff at Queen's University are governed by a Collective Agreement between the Queen's University Faculty Association (QUFA) and the University which is posted at http://www.queensu.ca/vpac/FacultyRelations/CollectiveAgreements.html.
Queen’s University is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace, and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority.
Each full application should include a curriculum-vitae, together with a statement of research interests, a teaching dossier, and a writing sample. Applicants should supply information concerning any interruptions in their academic careers and other factors that may have affected their capacity to complete scholarly work. Applications should be sent to the Department of Philosophy, Queen’s University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada, K7L 3N6, to arrive by February 1, 2013. It is the responsibility of the applicants to have three letters of reference sent directly by their referees. References may be mailed to the postal address above, or sent by email to:kymlicka [__at__] queensu [dot] ca.
PONTIFICAL CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF CHILE
INSTITUTE OF PHILOSOPHY
FACULTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
The Institute of Philosophy at the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile intends to make an appointment for one full-time Assistant Professorship. The post will be tenable for two years from 1 March 2013, but with the potential of a permanent position that will depend on academic evaluation.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Philosophy Doctor
• Relevant experience in research and teaching,
• Fields of preference: Modern philosophy, phenomenology, Ethics.
• Conversational skills (Spanish)
• Availability to give a conference
REQUIREMENTS
• Application letter to the Chair of the Faculty
• Curriculum vitae
• Legal copy of the title
• A selection of the most relevant publications (books, articles, etc).
APPLICATION
Applicants should send the information to the Chair of the Faculty (Prof. Dr. Mariano de la Maza. Dean of the Faculty of Philosophy. Campus San Joaquín, Av. Vicuña Mackenna 4860, Macul, ZIP: 7820436) no later than December 7th, 2012, 18:00 hrs.
FURTHER INFORMATION:
Faculty Office: Phone number 56-2-354-1469; e-mail: vrojasm [__at__] uc [dot] cl
Internet: http://www.puc.cl/filosofia/index.html
The Department of Political Science at Université Laval invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in political theory to begin June 1, 2013. Rank is open. Interested parties should consult the detailed description for this position on the Department of Political Science Web site at: http://www.pol.ulaval.ca/?pid=407
AOS: Formal epistemology, Logic, or Rational choice.
AOC: Open.
The Department welcomes applications from scholars in any discipline who pursue formal research that is philosophically motivated. Responsibilities: Exemplary research and publication, teaching two courses per semester (4/yr), graduate student supervision, and some committee work. Carnegie Mellon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer with particular interest in identifying women, minority, individuals with disabilities and veteran applicants for faculty positions.
Deadline for applications is November 1, 2012. Applicants should electronically submit an application letter, C.V., description of research plans, research writing sample, and summary of teaching experience (preferably as a single PDF file) to:
phil-search[at]andrew[dot]cmu[dot]edu
For junior applicants, at least three confidential letters of reference should also be forwarded to the same email. Questions and inquiries may be directed to this email address as well.
The University Center for Human Values and the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs invite applications for postdoctoral positions in Values and Public Policy. We aim to support highly promising scholars trained in moral and political philosophy, political theory, normative economics and related areas to develop a research agenda in the ethical dimensions of public policy.
Candidates selected will undertake a research project exploring a normative problem arising in an area of public policy in which the Woodrow Wilson School sponsors research. They will be affiliated with a unit of the School that can inform and support their work. They will also be invited to participate in programs of the University Center for Human Values. Candidates will be expected to contribute one course each year to the School’s undergraduate program on a topic related to ethical issues in public policy, subject to sufficient enrollment and approval by the Dean of the Faculty.
Qualifications
Applicants must have completed the requirements for the Ph.D. by September 1, 2013 and must not have held the degree for more than three years by that date. They may not be employed by another institution during the term of their Princeton appointment.
Applicants’ dissertation research need not be specifically in values and public policy, but they will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to developing a research project in this area during their time at Princeton. Projects related to environmental policy, population and health, democratic institutions and processes, information technology policy and global governance may have an advantage, although we will consider proposals related to any area in which the School sponsors research. For more information about these areas, please consult http://wws.princeton.edu/centers_programs/.
Applications will be evaluated on the basis of the applicant’s previous accomplishments, the promise of the proposed research project in values and public policy, and the likelihood that the project will be enhanced by being carried out in the environment of the Woodrow Wilson School. The capacity to contribute to the University’s teaching program will also be taken into account.
Term of Appointment
The term of appointment is one year, normally beginning September 1, 2013, with the expectation of renewal for one further year assuming good performance. Applicants are expected to be in residence for the duration of the appointment. Princeton offers competitive salary and employee benefits.
How to Apply
Candidates should submit an online application at http://jobs.princeton.edu. Search for requisition number #1200508. The online system includes instructions on how to apply.
A complete application will include the following materials:
1. A current curriculum vitae;
2. A research proposal (not to exceed 1,500 words), conforming to the expectations stated above. The proposal should describe what the applicant hopes to gain from carrying out the project in the Woodrow Wilson School.
3. A scholarly paper or dissertation chapter (not to exceed 12,000 words) representing the applicant’s scholarly achievement or potential;
4. Contact information for two referees, who will be asked to comment specifically on the applicant’s qualifications for the proposed research project. Referees will be contacted directly by email with instructions for uploading letters of reference.
These materials should be submitted online by Monday, December 3, 2012. We cannot accept application materials by any other method. Letters of reference are to be submitted by end of business day on Thursday, December 6, 2012. The selection committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and incomplete applications may be at a disadvantage. Decisions will be announced by Thursday, March 28, 2013.
Princeton University is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable EEO and affirmative action regulations.
Salve Regina University, ranked among the best institutions of higher education in the United States by U.S. News & World Report, is seeking applicants for faculty positions for September 2013. A Catholic Liberal Arts University founded by the Sisters of Mercy and located in scenic Newport, Rhode Island, Salve Regina offers challenging academic programs in a highly supportive environment and an innovative core curriculum that provides students with a solid foundation and broad perspective. The historic, 75-acre campus enrolls approximately 2,500 men and women and offers associate, baccalaureate, and master's degrees, the Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study, and the Ph.D. in Humanities. Its mission stresses preparation for responsible citizenship through the pursuit of wisdom and the promotion of universal justice.
Job Description:
The Department of Philosophy invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in January 1, 2013 or possibly September 1, 2013. The teaching load is 4/3, which may include courses in the University’s interdisciplinary Core Curriculum.
Requirements:
A PhD in philosophy by the effective date of employment is required.
Desired area of specialization: metaphysics and/or epistemology. Areas of competence should also include ethics, logic, and medieval philosophy. The candidate should be well grounded in Western philosophy, the Catholic intellectual tradition, and have the ability to teach in a non-western area. Expertise in Asian philosophy is particularly desired. Commitment to and demonstrated success in undergraduate teaching and scholarship is required. A record of publication will be an asset. Support for the University’s Catholic mission is expected. There may be opportunities to teach courses in the University’s new Global Studies major, Pell Honors Program, and summer study abroad. The applicant should be willing to advise undergraduate students, serve on various university committees, and contribute to student learning assessment.
Additional Information:
Salve Regina University offers generous benefits to eligible employees including: health and dental coverage, life insurance, long-term disability, 403B plan, tuition benefits and more. Salve Regina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University actively seeks diversity among its employees.
Application Instructions:
Please visit our website: http://web.salve.edu/offices/hr/employment.cfm