Jobs in Philosophy in Europe

University of Twente ,
Enschede,
Netherlands
Post date: May 8, 2024
Research Programme Manager for the ESDiT Programme
Deadline: May 7, 2024

There's an open position for a Research Programme Manager for the Ethics of Socially Disruptive Technologies – ESDiT (www.esdit.nl), based at the University of Twente (NL). The research Programme Manager will be responsible for the day to day management of the research programme.

Tasks include the following:
- Overall coordination of the programme’s research activities: providing adequate coordination and support for the staffing and functioning of research lines and interactions between them, including coordination of major research meetings, workshops and events.
- Administrative & financial management, including financial planning (together with the financial controller appointed for the programme), the collection and organization of up-to-date information and coordination and the writing of (annual) reports and other programme texts.
- Providing policy advice to the programme leader and Management Board, coordinating and preparing the meetings of the Management Board.
- Implementing strategic decisions and policies of the Management Board and ensuring these are followed. For instance on hiring, open access publishing, diversity, co-authorship, etc.
- Managing external communications with the programme’s funders (NWO), the Scientific Advisory Board, the Consortium Council, participating institutions and external partners.

The tasks above will be carried in collaboration with relevant offices and officers at UT and the other participating universities, including the financial controller, HR departments, knowledge utilisation officers and others.

Requirements:
- relevant (project) management or coordination experience, preferably in an academic context.
- excellent social and organizational skills, professional disposition, responsible, accurate and independent.
- at least a master’s degree. In philosophy, management, engineering, or any other relevant field.
- an interest in ethical, social and philosophical issues relating to technology and engineering.
- ability to communicate effectively in English. An ability to communicate in Dutch, or willingness to learn, is a plus.

The Offer:
- a part-time position (0.6-0.8 fte) for an initial one year period with the possibility to extend for the project period at least for three years.
- starting fulltime salary between € 4.332 to € 5.929 gross per month based on your experience (scale 11 CAO NU)

The position is to start preferably on 1 September 2024.

Wageningen University & Research,
Wageningen ,
Netherlands
Post date: May 1, 2024
PhD in Philosophy of digital technologies and the disruption of the lifeworld
Deadline: May 27, 2024

Do you want to follow your passion for philosophy of (digital) technology in a PhD study in our Philosophy group? Are you an openminded thinker who likes to collaborate with other researchers in an ambitious research program on the Ethics of Socially Disruptive Technologies? The Philosophy Group at Wageningen University seeks a talented PhD candidate for a PhD on World constituting technics: Digital technologies and the disruption of the Lifeword.
This PhD position will be part of the Ethics of Socially Disruptive Technologies programme (www.esdit.nl) and embedded in the Philosophy Group at Wageningen University and part of the research group of prof.dr. Vincent Blok and dr. Bernice Bovenkerk.

Requirements:
- a MSc degree in Philosophy with affinity with fundamental philosophy, philosophy of technology and digital technologies;
- an excellent English language proficiency (a minimum of CEFR C1 level).

You are:
- an enthusiastic, dedicated and engaged thinker who is well capable to work in interdisciplinary contexts and willing to collaborate with technical scientists/engineers and designers, as well as a broad range of stakeholders.

The offer:
The gross salary for the first year is € 2.770 - per month rising to € 3.539,- in the fourth year in according to the Collective Labour Agreements for Dutch Universities (CAO-NU). This is based on a full-time working week of 38 hours. We offer a temporary contract for 18 months which will be extended for the duration of the project if you perform well.

The position is to start preferably on the 1 September 2024.

For more information about this position, please contact Prof.dr. Vincent Blok, Vincent [dot] blok [__at__] wur [dot] nl. For more information about the procedure, please contact Noorien Abbas, corporate recruiter via email recruitment [dot] ssg [__at__] wur [dot] nl.

FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg,
Erlangen,
Germany
Post date: April 27, 2024
Research Fellowship: Philosophical Aspects of Sensory Engineering
Deadline: April 30, 2024

PostDoc at https://www.pair.fau.eu on philosophy of AI

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/.

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 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.

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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/

Institute of Philosophy,
Prague,
Czech Republic
Post date: September 11, 2023
Research Team Leader in Environmental and/or Technology Ethics – Permanent Research Position, Full-time
Deadline:

The Center for Environmental and Technology Ethics - Prague (CETE-P) – based at the Institute of Philosophy of the Czech Academy of Sciences and funded by the EU Horizon Europe programme ERA Chairs – is seeking to appoint an established scholar of international standing to a permanent research 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 associate professor within one of these fields and be willing to relocate to Prague (Czechia). This is an exciting opportunity for leadership in a vibrant and collegial community of active researchers and PhD candidates at the Institute of Philosophy of the Czech Academy of Sciences, in one of the world’s most charming cities.

The successful candidate is expected to establish and lead the CETE-P research team in collaboration with the ERA Chair Holder Prof. Mark Coeckelbergh, initiate and conduct high-quality research, acquire external research funding, supervise PhD candidates, and carry out administrative duties in accordance with CETE-P’s needs.

Qualification requirements
 PhD or equivalent academic qualifications within the CETE-P’s disciplines: philosophy and/or ethics
 Continuous, high-quality research activity pertaining to environmental and/or technology ethics
 Proven track record in one of the fields
 Documented potential for project acquisition and experience in leading research projects
 Documented experience with and ability to build international networks
 Excellent organisational experience and skills
 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
 Academic leadership capacities and potential to contribute to the long-term development of the academic and research environment at CETE-P
 Capacity to acquire research funding and lead big international projects
 Personal suitability and motivation for the position
 Good team player and versatile at all levels
 Skills within popular dissemination, public outreach and innovation
 Documented results from teaching and supervision, and ability to inspire students
 Interest and ability in leadership and administration
 Ability 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
 Permanent contract, with a 6-month probation period
 Salary approximately CZK 1mil per annum (gross) – room for negotiations and increase
 A professionally stimulating working environment
 Attractive welfare benefits
 Office space located in the historical centre of Prague
 Professional administrative and academic support
 Relocation assistance

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

How to apply
The application must include:
- Application letter (statement of motivation, summarising scientific work, research interest and personal research plan)
- Curriculum Vitae (list of education, positions, pedagogical experience, administrative experience, project acquisition and coordination experience, and other relevant qualifications)
- Complete list of publications
- Proposal of research priorities for CETE-P
- 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
- Applicants are required to describe and document the entire range of qualifications and criteria described in the announcement of the post with concrete examples

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 January 2024. Finally, the most highly ranked candidates will be invited for an in person interview and a trial lecture organized in Prague in March 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/