Jobs in Philosophy in Americas
Loyola Marymount University seeks a Director for The Bioethics Institute, an interdisciplinary center of excellence for research, teaching, dialogue and outreach for the study of the ethical dimensions of the life sciences and health care, to begin in Summer 2013. (PhD required, discipline open.) The successful candidate will be jointly appointed as an associate professor or professor to a University department and to the Institute. An established record of teaching and published scholarship in the interdisciplinary field of bioethics is required. Other desirable qualifications include academic leadership experience, familiarity with the Catholic intellectual tradition, and a demonstrated ability to foster dialogue on bioethical issues among faculty from a variety of disciplines and viewpoints. The Director, in consultation with the interdisciplinary faculty of the Institute, will continue the revision of the current MA and certificate programs, and will spearhead the development of undergraduate offerings leading to a minor in bioethics, as well as continuing and expanding co-curricular offerings and community engagement.
Loyola Marymount, a comprehensive university in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding candidates who value its mission and share its commitment to academic excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity institution actively working to promote an intercultural learning community. Women and candidates of color are encouraged to apply. For more complete information about Loyola Marymount University, please consult our website at: www.lmu.edu.
Nominations, inquiries, and expressions of interest may be sent to jwilson [__at__] lmu [dot] edu. Candidates should submit a letter of application and curriculum vitae to Dr. Jeffrey L. Wilson, Chair, Search Committee, The Bioethics Institute, Loyola Marymount University, 1 LMU Drive Suite 4500, Los Angeles, CA 90045-2659, postmarked by November 1, 2012. Semifinalists will be asked to submit full dossiers.
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 2, 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 at the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University invites applications for an Assistant Professor, tenure-track position to begin August 2013. Regular teaching responsibilities will include courses in Ancient Philosophy and Medieval Philosophy as well as introductory courses in a variety of philosophical areas. All members of the Philosophy Department are also expected to teach regularly in the colleges' Common Curriculum, which includes a First Year Seminar course and an upper level Ethics Seminar required of all graduates. Both of these Common Curriculum elements offer opportunities for creativity in course design. The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to help the Department fulfill its Common Curriculum commitments as well as its commitment to offer both Ancient and Medieval Philosophy regularly. Additional upper-level courses in Philosophy are also possible teaching assignments, depending on the candidate's philosophical interests. The department would also value enhancing its ability to contribute to interdisciplinary programs in Theology, Asian Studies (Indian Philosophy), Peace Studies, Environmental Studies, and Gender and Women's Studies. A strong commitment to the education of undergraduates, including promoting undergraduate research, is essential. Ph.D. prior to appointment is preferred, but those who demonstrate the ability to earn the degree within one year of appointment will be considered.
The College of Saint Benedict, a liberal arts college for women, and Saint John's University, a liberal arts college for men, are located four miles apart in Central Minnesota just outside metropolitan St. Cloud and 70 miles from Minneapolis. Both are Catholic colleges in the Benedictine tradition, which emphasize quality teaching and a commitment to intercultural learning. For further information, see http://www.csbsju.edu and http://www.csbsju.edu/philosophy/
This corrects the Interfolio URL for the job listing already posted for the Univeristy of Tennessee (Assistant Professor, AOS: Ethics, to include metaethics, moral epistemology and/or moral psychology). The CORRECT URL for the Interfolio site to be used for submitting application materials is: http://www.interfolio.com/apply/14442
The original listing posted to this site incorrectly lists the number in the URL as 14078. The error results from a last minute change made by Interfolio; sorry for any confusion. The full job listing was posted just a few days earlier and so should appear just a few entries down the list from this.
The University Center for Human Values invites applications for Laurance S. Rockefeller Visiting Faculty Fellowships for the academic year 2013-14. Fellows devote an academic year in residence at Princeton to do research and writing about topics involving human values in public and private life. The program is open to scholars in all disciplines provided their research plans qualify. In recent years fellows have been drawn from fields including philosophy, political theory, literature, history, classics, economics and law, but this list is not meant to be exhaustive.
Fellows are expected to reside in or around Princeton and to be active contributors to the intellectual life of the Center. This includes participating in a weekly seminar attended by fellows and Center faculty to discuss work in progress and in various other seminars, colloquia and lectures sponsored by the Center. Fellows enjoy access to Firestone Library and to a wide range of activities throughout the University.
Candidates should have a doctorate or equivalent professional degree and a strong record of research publications appropriate to their career stage. Typically Fellows hold faculty positions at other universities or colleges; in exceptional cases we consider applications from independent scholars when there is a high level of scholarly achievement. This is not a post-doctoral fellowship program and we do not generally consider candidates who will have held the Ph.D. for less than two years at the time of appointment.
The fellowship period extends from September 1 to July 1. Fellows normally receive stipends of up to one-half their academic-year salaries (not exceeding a maximum set each fall). Ordinarily their home institutions provide a portion of their salaries in addition to all benefits, although this is not a requirement for appointment. Adjustments may be made for faculty members at non-U.S. institutions where salaries are significantly lower than in the U.S. Stipends for independent scholars will not exceed the maximum for fellows holding appointments elsewhere.
The main considerations in the evaluation of applications are the following:
• The significance of the proposed research and its relevance to the purposes of the University Center for Human Values (see http://uchv.princeton.edu/ for more information);
• The quality of a candidate’s previous research and the contribution the candidate is likely to make in the future through teaching and writing;
• The likelihood that the research would benefit from being conducted in the University Center environment.
HOW TO APPLY
Candidates should submit an online application at http://jobs.princeton.edu. Search for requisition number #1200390. The following materials will be required:
1. A curriculum vitae;
2. A scholarly paper (of no more than about 12,000 words) written in the past three years;
3. A statement (of no more than 1,500 words) describing the proposed research project; and
4. Contact information for three referees, including at least one who was not a graduate advisor. Referees will be contacted directly with instructions for uploading letters of reference.
These materials should be submitted online by Monday, November 5, 2012. We do not accept application materials by any other method. Letters of reference are to be submitted by November 7. The selection committee begins reviewing applications immediately and incomplete applications may be at a disadvantage. Decisions are expected to be announced by March 18, 2013.
Princeton University is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable EEO and affirmative action regulations.
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF PHILOSOPHY
THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE, Knoxville, TN Department of Philosophy is seeking to fill a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. AOS: Ethics, understood to include metaethics, moral epistemology and/or moral psychology. AOC: Open, but, other things equal, ability to contribute to more than one research area in the Department and/or to teach courses outside of Ethics in the undergraduate curriculum, is an advantage. Position begins August, 2013, with Ph.D. by appointment. The University of Tennessee is a Research 1 university and the flagship state university in Tennessee. The Department of Philosophy is a smaller department with an active faculty delivering undergraduate and graduate education (conferring the degrees of B.A., M.A. and Ph.D.). The successful candidate will demonstrate potential for high quality research/publication and excellent teaching at all levels, including the supervision of graduate students. The successful candidate will also demonstrate a willingness and ability to perform effectively the usual administrative and advising duties, and to engage in institutional and professional service. Salary and benefits are competitive (nine month appointment; possible summer work for additional pay). Women and members of other under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University.
To apply please upload a full dossier and any reference letters to http://www.interfolio.com/apply/14078. A full dossier includes at least three letters of reference, writing sample, CV, evidence of teaching effectiveness and cover letter expressing interest in the position. Confidential or candidate reference letters may be uploaded free of charge through Interfolio by the candidate or letter writer. Applications received by October 26, 2012, are ensured review. The position will remain open until filled. Information about the department is available at philosophy.utk.edu. All applicant materials will be reviewed through Interfolio.
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admissions without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.
Eligibility and other terms and conditions of employment benefits at The University of Tennessee are governed by laws and regulations of the State of Tennessee, and this non-discrimination statement is intended to be consistent with those laws and regulations.
In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, The University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the University.
Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), ADA (disability), Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity (OED), 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone (865) 974-2498 (V/TTY available) or 974-2440. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity Diversity.
Wenatchee Valley College
Wenatchee, Washington
PHILOSOPHY INSTRUCTOR
This is a full-time, tenure track faculty position. This position is scheduled to begin fall quarter (September) 2012.
General Responsibilities: The purpose of this position is to teach college-level philosophy classes. Other responsibilities of the position include curriculum development, scheduled office hours, participation in college committees and task groups, assessment of learning outcomes, and other related duties as assigned by the dean.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES (responsibilities include but not limited to):
• Teach college-level courses to freshman and sophomore students.
• Provide learning activities and appropriate evaluation of student progress toward attaining the learning outcomes and abilities set forth in established course outlines.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and administration.
• Other related duties, as assigned.
Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• A master’s degree in philosophy or related field which includes at least 30 credits in philosophy from an accredited institution of graduate education.
• Successful teaching experience.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
• Successful post-secondary teaching experience, preferably in a community college setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse students with a wide range of skills and abilities.
• Experience in curricula design, adaptation and student outcome assessment.
• Demonstrated dedication to student success.
• Experienced in writing and assessing student learning outcomes and the ability to apply the results of assessment to improving course/program content and delivery.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experienced in e-learning modes including pure online delivery, hybrid and telecourses, and enhancing traditional classes with interactive television, multimedia presentations, and Internet resources.
• Familiarity with current research in philosophy.
· Ability to function in a multi-lingual environment.
Application process: Interested candidates must submit: 1) a WVC application for employment (available on our web site); 2) A faculty supplemental application (available on our web site); 3) a cover letter that describes your interest in the position and addresses how you meet the minimum and desired qualifications; 4) a current resume; 5) unofficial transcripts of all post-secondary education; and 6) the names, addresses and phone numbers of four individuals qualified to assess your work-related experience and your ability to perform the duties specified for this position.
For applications, qualifications, description and application procedure, see: http://apptrkr.com/256939 or call: 509.682.6440 or e-mail jobs [__at__] wvc [dot] edu.
Review of applications: will begin on July 12, 2012, and continue until the position is filled.
Salary and benefits: Salary is determined by placement on the Wenatchee Valley College full-time, faculty schedule (currently $45,449 to $50,871 for a 9-month, 175-day contract). Additional days for summer are paid through a separate contract. Summer employment is required. Benefits include medical and dental coverage, life insurance, long-term disability, sick leave, and a retirement plan.
Contact info: Wenatchee Valley College 1300 Fifth Street Wenatchee, WA 98801 or 509.682.6440 or TDD 509.682.6837/509.682.6853 or e-mail: jobs [__at__] wvc [dot] edu or website: http://www.wvc.edu/jobs. AA/EOE
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Le Centre de recherche en éthique de l'Université de Montréal ouvre son poste
de Coordinatrice / Coordonnateur scientifique pour une embauche au 15 août
2012.
Parmi ses tâches les plus importantes, le coordonnateur scientifique supervise
l'administration budgétaire du Centre ; il prend en charge et/ou supervise les
demandes de subvention supportant les activités et les groupes de recherche du
Centre ; il voit à l'accueil et à l'inscription administrative des chercheurs
en séjour au Centre ; il coordonne l'ensemble des activités scientifiques du
Centre ; il rédige un rapport annuel et diffuse les activités du Centre à
travers un site web et des outils électroniques de diffusion. Il travaille en
étroite collaboration avec le directeur et avec les chercheurs et professeurs
membres du Centre dans une atmosphère collégiale, en accord avec les
meilleures normes de travail dans un centre de recherche universitaire.
La description du poste et les coordonnées pour faire parvenir les documents
nécessaires se retrouvent au bas de cette page.
Date limite d'envoi : Le 20 juin 2012 à 17 h.
Suivez ce lien pour plus d'information:
http://www.creum.umontreal.ca/spip.php?article1305
The Department of Philosophy invites applications for a one year position as lecturer, September 1, 2012-June, 30, 2013, to teach three courses (introductory and/or advanced). Our main needs are in ethics and political philosophy; ability to teach a course in the area of philosophy of mind and/or cognitive science would be a plus. PhD or advanced ABD status. $25,000.00 with benefits. Applications should include a c.v., a writing sample, three letters of recommendation, sample syllabi, and evidence of teaching ability to philosophia [__at__] brandeis [dot] edu. For inquiries about the position, please contact Prof. Marion Smiley, chair of the search committee, at smiley [__at__] brandeis [dot] edu. First consideration will be given to applications received by June 28th, 2012. Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community, and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities.
Hi,
the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock has posted the following position:
Position Number
50049080
Group
Research/Laboratory
Title
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE - BIOMEDICAL INFORMATICS
Dates
From 5/18/2012 to 6/1/2012
Description
The Research Associate will develop scientific ontologies for data
interoperability and will manage the ontology life cycle from creation -
adding new terms, maintaining revisions, and releasing new versions.
This position will be responsible for managing an issue tracker for all
ontologies built and maintained by department researchers and will be
part of a team developing ontology evaluation and implementation
strategies.
Masters Degree in Philosophy, Biomedical Informatics or related field
plus 3 years of research experience required. Experience with Web
Ontology language and ontology version control through a content
management system such as SVN, Google Code, etc. preferred.
Information of how to apply can be found here:
http://www.uamshealth.com/job-openings
If you have questions, please feel free to get in touch with me:
mbrochhausen [__at__] gmail [dot] com