Jobs In Philosophy
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 conducts
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 or graduate 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, 2015
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 working on a research project in
this area during their time at Princeton. Projects must be related to an area in which the
School has a Center or Program (such as science and environmental policy, health and
well-being, democratic institutions and processes, information technology policy or
globalization and governance). 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 at 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, 2015, 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 You may submit an online application at http://jobs.princeton.edu. Search for requisition number #1400439. 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. Please identify the Woodrow Wilson School center or program with which you wish to be associated and briefly describe what you hope to gain from carrying out the project there. Also please supply an indicative title for the project at the beginning of the proposal.
3. A scholarly paper or dissertation chapter (not to exceed 12,000 words) representing your scholarly achievement or potential;
4. Contact information for two referees, who will be asked to comment specifically on your 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, November 17, 2014. We cannot accept application materials by any other method. Letters of reference are to be submitted by end of business day on Thursday, November 20, 2014. The selection committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and applications lacking any of the elements listed above may be at a disadvantage. Decisions will be announced by Friday, February 27, 2015.
This position is subject to the University’s background check policy.
Princeton University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Department of Philosophy in the Faculty of Arts and Science on the St. George campus of the University of Toronto invites applications for a tenure-stream appointment in philosophy of mind at the rank of Assistant Professor. The appointment will begin on July 1, 2015.
Candidates must hold a PhD by July 1, 2015 or shortly thereafter, and must demonstrate excellence in both research and teaching. A clear commitment to ongoing development in both teaching and research is also required. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The University of Toronto has three campuses, St. George, Scarborough, and Mississauga, each with its own Department of Philosophy offering undergraduate programs. The advertised position is on the downtown St. George campus. The Graduate Department of Philosophy at the University of Toronto is a tri-campus department, consisting of the philosophy faculty appointed on all three campuses. Graduate teaching and supervision typically take place on the St. George campus. The successful candidate must be able to teach a wide range of courses in philosophy from the introductory to advanced levels, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
To apply, please visit
https://utoronto.taleo.net/careersection/10050/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job....
The following elements of the application should be submitted online (in pdf format only) by November 13, 2014:
• (1) a cover letter and (2) a curriculum vitae, combined in a file labelled “cover letter and CV.pdf”;
• (3) a statement outlining current and future research interests and (4) a sample of academic writing (about 25 pages), combined in a file labelled “research.pdf”;
• (5) a teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy) in a file labelled “teaching.pdf”.
Applicants should also ask at least three referees to send letters directly to search [dot] philosophy [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca.
Please note that for this search the required files must be in PDF format and must be labelled as indicated above. General submission guidelines can be found at: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply.
If you have questions about this position, please contact search [dot] philosophy [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca.
The Department of Philosophy at the University of Toronto is widely recognized as Canada’s best and most comprehensive philosophy department and as an international leader in the field. The University of Toronto offers the opportunity to teach, conduct research and live in one of the most diverse and cosmopolitan cities in the world.
For information about the Department of Philosophy, please visit http://www.philosophy.utoronto.ca.
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Our interdisciplinary department strives to create an academic environment where our fellows have the freedom and support to develop and implement their own independent scholarship agenda, with guidance from faculty mentors. Post baccalaureate and post doctoral fellows participate in the activities and the intellectual life of the department and study ethical issues related to conduct of research, clinical practice, genetics and health policy. Fellows will conduct mentored theoretical and empirical research on a range of bioethical fields of interest. For a typical fellow, this research yields multiple first-authored publications in premier academic journals. In addition to research and writing, fellows participate in weekly bioethics seminars, case conferences, ethics consultations, and IRB deliberations, and have access to multiple educational opportunities at NIH. No bioethics experience is required or expected. Two-year positions begin September 2015. Students planning to pursue MD, JD, PhD or other graduate degrees or those who have achieved these degrees are encouraged to apply. Salary is commensurate with Federal guidelines. Applications should include: resume/CV, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, one or more writing sample(s) that demonstrate analytical or critical thinking ability (not to exceed 30 pages collectively), three letters of recommendation (preferably from individuals familiar with your academic work), and up to a 1000-word statement of interest which may include discussion of how the fellowship fits into your career goals and potential topics you would like to investigate while here. You may also choose to discuss how you can lend a unique perspective to the department or contribute to the department’s diversity. Non US citizens are welcome to apply but MUST have doctoral degree or be currently enrolled in graduate school.
Apply on-line at http://bioethics.nih.gov/education/index.shtml. All attachments should be pdf format. For further information see www.bioethics.nih.gov or contact bioethics-inquiries [__at__] mail [dot] nih [dot] gov, or call 301/496-2429.
Employer Name: Clinical Center Department of Bioethics
Position Location: Department of Bioethics
National Institutes of Health
10 Center Drive, Room 1C118
Bethesda, MD 20892-1156
Application Deadline Date: POSTDOC APPLICATION DEADLINE: Midnight DECEMBER 31, 2014; POST BAC AND PRE DOC APPLICATION DEADLINE: Midnight JANUARY 15, 2015.
With its 3,800 employees and 30,000 students, the University of Graz provides an exciting and varied work environment. Due to our research and teaching competence we are a central institution for guaranteeing that Styria remains a research and education location.
The Department of Philosophy is looking for a
University Assistant without doctorate
(20 hours a week; fixed-term employment for the period of 4 years; position to be filled as of October 1st 2014 )
Job specification
•Provide research assistance
•Provide organisational and teaching assistance for courses
•Independently design and teach one course per year
•Provide support and advice for undergraduate students (for example by holding a regular consultation hour)
•Participate in ongoing research projects and assist in developing new ones
•Provide administrative support
•Write a PhD thesis in Eighteenth-Century-Philosophy of Mind
Professional qualifications
•Diploma or master's degree in Philosophy, preferably with a thesis on Early Modern Philosophy
•International experience (desirable)
•Very good English and at least a working knowledge of German (desirable)
•Familiarity with philological and interdisciplinary aspects of historical work in philosophy (desirable)
Personal profile
•Strong communication and organisational skills
•Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team
•Reliability
•Competence in both teaching and advising students
Classification
Salary scheme of the Universitäten-KV (University Collective Agreement): B1
Minimum salary
The minimum salary as stated in the collective agreement and according to the classification scheme is EUR 1307.90 gross/month. This minimum salary may be higher due to previous employment periods eligible for inclusion and other earnings and remunerations.
We offer you a job with a lot of responsibility and variety. You can expect an enjoyable work climate, flexible work hours and numerous possibilities for further education and personal development. Take advantage of the chance to enter into a challenging work environment full of team spirit and enthusiasm for your job.
Application Deadline: August 6th 2014
Reference Number: MB/127/99 ex 2013/14
The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in particular in management and faculty positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply.
If you are interested, please submit your application documents within the stated deadline. Make sure to indicate the reference number on your application and please send your CV and photo to:
bewerbung [__at__] uni-graz [dot] at
Karl-Franzens-Universität Graz
Personalressort
Universitätsplatz 3
8010 Graz
The Department of Philosophy and Ethics at Eindhoven University of Technology in the Netherlands seeks two full-time, fixed-term assistant professors with strong teaching competency in the area of applied ethics for an initial appointment of three years. Candidates will have earned a PhD in philosophy by the date of application and demonstrate evidence of excellence in both teaching and research. The department has particular needs in teaching applied ethics, medical ethics, engineering ethics, and decision theory to engineering students. Fluency in English is required (the ability to teach in Dutch will be considered a strength). Since the Department strives for a better gender balance, women are especially encouraged to apply.
The Department of Philosophy and Ethics has a strong tradition in fundamental research in ethics and philosophy of science, as well as applied philosophy in an interdisciplinary setting. It is carried out in the dynamic environment of a cutting-edge, innovative science and technology university. For more information about the Department of Philosophy at Eindhoven see http://p-e.ieis.tue.nl/.
Eindhoven University of Technology is a leading research university in science and technology with a diverse, international faculty. Eindhoven is located in the South of the Netherlands, 90 minutes by train from Amsterdam (Airport). It has its own airport with direct flights to London and several other European cities.
The Arts and Humanities Division at Babson College seeks an adjunct lecturer to teach two sections of an undergraduate level course in Existentialism for the Fall 2014 semester.
Minimum qualifications: Candidates must have teaching experience and hold at least a Master’s degree, and preferably be ABD, at the time of appointment.
This position is in a great work environment. The recruitment process for this opportunity has a short time line so that the successful candidate can on-board with the department quickly. Please apply on-line by following the instructions below for immediate consideration.
Babson College, located 14 miles west of Boston in Wellesley, Massachusetts, is an independent school of management that takes an innovative approach to preparing undergraduates, graduate students, and working professionals for the challenges of the modern business world. Babson’s dynamic curriculum focuses on developing skills that transcend business so that students gain multidimensional abilities, and can make important contributions to business and society. By infusing the spirit of innovation into our academic programs, Babson prepares leaders to anticipate, initiate, and manage change. Babson offers a Bachelor of Science degree, custom MS and MBA degree programs, and executive education programs worldwide.
Interested candidates should apply via our website at https://babson.peopleadmin.com
Babson College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to enhancing diversity across all levels of the College. Candidates who believe they can contribute to this goal are strongly encouraged to apply.
Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/j57tv82
Université Laval
Endroit: Québec
Milieu de vie privilégié au cœur de la ville de Québec, l'Université Laval est une grande université complète reconnue pour sa culture de l'excellence en enseignement et en recherche.
Professeur ou professeure en philosophie continentale du 19e siècle à nos jours
La Faculté de philosophie de l'Université Laval souhaite combler un poste de professeur régulier à rang ouvert en philosophie continentale du 19e siècle à nos jours.
Description du poste
Le ou la titulaire de ce poste à temps plein assumera des enseignements réguliers aux trois cycles de la formation universitaire à la Faculté de philosophie. Il ou elle devra contribuer par ses publications à la recherche en philosophie continentale du 19e siècle à nos jours et superviser les travaux de maîtrise et de doctorat des étudiants et étudiantes de philosophie dans ce domaine. Il ou elle devra de plus participer aux activités universitaires et administratives de l'unité de rattachement.
Qualifications requises
Doctorat en philosophie ou l'équivalant au moment de l'embauche. Solides connaissances d'un champ particulier en philosophie continentale du 19e siècle à nos jours. Capacité d'entreprendre des recherches autonomes et originales dans le domaine, avec des perspectives de diffusion internationale. Expérience d'enseignement. Publications scientifiques pertinentes.
Calendrier de recrutement
Date de clôture du concours : le 10 août 2014
Date prévue de l'entrée en fonction : le 1er janvier 2015
Faire parvenir un curriculum vitae, accompagné d'une photocopie des relevés de notes, d'une copie d'une publication et de trois lettres de recommandation à :
Victor Thibaudeau, doyen
Faculté de philosophie
Pavillon Félix-Antoine-Savard
2325 rue des Bibliothèques
Université Laval
Québec (Québec) G1V 0A
Canada
Pour information : www.fp.ulaval.ca , doyen [dot] thibaudeau [__at__] fp [dot] ulaval [dot] ca
Valorisant la diversité, l'Université Laval invite toutes les personnes qualifiées à présenter leur candidature, en particulier les femmes, les membres de minorités visibles et ethniques, les autochtones et les personnes handicapées. La priorité sera toutefois accordée aux personnes ayant le statut de citoyen canadien ou de résident permanent.
Posts in Political Theory at Istanbul Technical University
The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences (http://www.itb.itu.edu.tr) is looking for well qualified candidates in the following areas:
Social Thought, Social Theory, Social Philosophy
AND/OR
Art and Politics, Philosophy of Art, Aesthetics
The number of vacancies is subject to funding. In accordance with Turkish law, these positions are open to foreign (non-Turkish) nationals only.
Faculty members in the department are expected to teach courses as part of the undergraduate program Humanities and Social Science as well as the MA Program in Political Studies, and the Ph.D. Program in Political and Social Thought (http://www.siyaset.itu.edu.tr/english/). Thesis supervision and committee work is also expected. The language of instruction is English, and the teaching load is 3/2. Salaries are standard for the public sector in Turkey. Research and Conference Travel funds are available.
Minimum requirements for an Assistant Professor position are a doctorate in the relevant field from an institution of international standing, teaching experience and a publication record that includes a minimum of one ISI/AHCI journal article.
Candidates should send a letter of application, indicating their availability to visit the department in the event that they are short-listed for a position, as well as attaching a CV and a writing sample (max 5000 words). The deadline for applications is open, but we would hope to short list candidates for interviews in Fall 2014. As the hiring procedures are lengthy, early application is recommended.
According to the standard procedures of public universities in Turkey, short-listed candidates should travel to the department at their own expense to give a research paper, in support of their application.
Istanbul Technical University (http://www.itu.edu.tr) (est. 1773) is one of the leading research universities in Turkey, with an increasing number of international faculty. ITU is part of the Erasmus program of student and faculty exchanges between European universities. ITU ranks high internationally and has connections with universities around the world. It is spread over a number of campuses throughout Istanbul. Istanbul is a major European and world city, with one of the richest histories of any city in the world, and one of the most beautiful locations in the world. The city has a rich and diverse culture in music, art, theatre, and a wealth of library collections and museums.
Application materials should be sent via email to Dr. Geoff Bove (geoffrey [dot] bowe [__at__] gmail [dot] com).
Vacancy reference: GE03336
Limit of tenure applies: 01 October 2014 until 30 June 2015
Salary range £28,132 to £36,661 per annum.
The Faculty of Classics is seeking to appoint a Temporary Teaching Associate in Classics (Philosophy) from 01 October 2014 until 30 June 2015 or the return of the permanent postholder, whichever is the earlier. This post is open to those, at any stage in their career, with a primary research interest in ancient philosophy. The successful applicant will benefit from the world-class facilities offered by the University and the generous support of research and teaching provided by the Faculty. Further information about the Faculty is available at www.classics.cam.ac.uk.
The successful candidate will be expected to take a full share of teaching and examining across the range of ancient philosophy at all levels from beginners to graduates, and to assist in administration as appropriate.
We are seeking an individual with a strong academic record and potential to make a significant contribution to the Faculty. Candidates will need to show evidence of the following qualifications, skills and experience:
• Good first degree and a doctorate in a relevant subject area (or clear evidence that completion of such a doctorate is imminent) with publications and participation in scholarly activity commensurate with stage of career;
• Evidence of ability to teach ancient philosophy effectively, and at all relevant levels;
• Ability to play an effective role in the life and work of the Faculty as a whole;
• Ability to work as part of a team.
Further particulars be obtained from www.classics.cam.ac.uk or from the Secretary of the Selection Committee, Faculty of Classics, Sidgwick Avenue, Cambridge CB3 9DA (tel: 01223 335193, fax: 01223 335409, e-mail: fjf24 [__at__] cam [dot] ac [dot] uk).
Informal enquiries may be made to Professor David Sedley (dns1 [__at__] cam [dot] ac [dot] uk).
To apply online for this vacancy, please go to
https://hrsystems.admin.cam.ac.uk/recruit-ui/pages/auth/login.xhtml
This will route you to the University's Web Recruitment System, where you will need to register an account (if you have not already) and log in before completing the online application form and attaching CV, cover letter and a sample publication (maximum 20,000 words). Referees should be asked to write directly to the Secretary to reach the Faculty by the closing date.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.
The University is committed to equality of opportunity. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Closing date: Noon of Monday 30th June 2014
Planned interview date: Planned for afternoon of Thursday 10th July 2014
De Montfort University's Centre for Computing and Social Responsibility (CCSR; www.dmu.ac.uk/ccsr) is offering the position of a Senior Research Fellow Ethics of Robotics, with a focus on Robot-Enhanced Therapy for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
The CCSR is the UK's leading research centre in responsible research and innovation, in particular in the area of computer and technology ethics. The CCSR is among the leading research centres in Europe and the world. Between 2008 and 2012, the Centre led or was involved in successful research proposals worth approximately £6M. CCSR is home of the long-running ETHICOMP conference series and edits the Journal on Information, Communication and Ethics in society. The CCSR also runs the Information Society Doctoral Programme (ISDP) which currently hosts approximately 30 research students.
The CCSR has served or continues to serve as coordinator and work package leader in many EU FP7 projects, including ETICA, CONSIDER, Responsible-Innovation, and GREAT. Recent acquisitions include involvements in the FP7 Flagship Human Brain Project, the FP7 integrated project “Development of Robot-Enhanced therapy for children with AutisM spectrum disorders” (DREAM), and “Stakeholders Acting Together On the ethical impact assessment of Research and Innovation” (SATORI). The Centre also coordinates Responsible-Industry.
This Senior Research Fellow post is funded by the European DREAM project, an exciting interdisciplinary, large-scale project, involving 7 European partners which will develop the next-generation robots that mediate between therapists and children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in autism therapy. In this Robot-Enhanced Therapy (RET), the robots will be able to interact with the child autonomously for limited periods under the supervision of a therapist (“supervised autonomy”).
The use of robots in therapeutic contexts raises several ethical issues, such questions concerning automomy and trust. The “Ethics” work package will address these ethical issues by making sure that all relevant known ethical constraints and existing laws are implemented in the design process, by examining specific new ethical questions raised by the child-robot interaction, and by investigating if and how we can build in ethical constraints into the meta-cognition level of the robot. Through close collaboration between the technical and ethical researchers and the ASD practitioners, the project will integrate technology with ethics and clinical therapy practices.
The successful candidate will conduct high quality research, shape the work and take initiatives, and publish the results of the work in high quality outlets and publications. Working closely with leading scholars from a range of disciplines, (s)he will also contribute to the initiation of new research initiatives of the Centre.
Research leader of the ethics workpackage will be Prof Mark Coeckelbergh. The research leader and the Senior Research Fellow will collaborate very closely with partners from all over Europe with different backgrounds, such as engineering and psychology.
To qualify for the post you will be an international post-doctoral researcher with at least 3 years (but preferably 5 years) research experience with a background in philosophy/ethics and proven ability and willingness to engage in interdisciplinary research. Consideration will also be given to outstanding candidates with a social sciences or multidisciplinary PhD degree on a topic relevant to the project, provided the candidate has some background and experience in ethics. Other requirements include demonstrable interest in philosophical issues relating to human-robot interaction, high motivation to become part of an international research team and contribute to the success of the DREAM project, and good analytical, organizational, and communication skills (in English). We are looking for a person who displays creativity, open-mindedness, and ability to develop new ideas. The candidate should also be willing to participate in other CCSR oriented research and teaching and support the CCSR in relevant administrative duties.
Details of the Centre can be found at http://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-faculties-and-institutes/technolo.... Details of the Faculty can be found at http://www.dmu.ac.uk/technology/
For any questions or further information contact Prof. Mark Coeckelbergh at mark [dot] coeckelbergh [__at__] dmu [dot] ac [dot] uk or +44 116 257 7487 or, alternatively, the CCSR's director, Prof. Bernd Carsten Stahl at bstahl [__at__] dmu [dot] ac [dot] uk or +44 116 207 8252.