Jobs In Philosophy
Wellesley College invites applications for a one-year visiting lectureship in philosophy. AOS: Ancient Philosophy AOC: Ethics
Two courses per semester (Introduction to Ancient Philosophy, Introduction to Moral Philosophy, a seminar in Ancient Philosophy and another course in ethics (preferably Bioethics)). Competitive salary and benefits. PhD preferred (ABD considered). Wellesley College is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and quality of the academic community through their research, teaching, and service. The philosophy department strongly encourages applications from members of groups under-represented in the discipline. Wellesley College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum. Candidates who believe they can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply.
A complete application will include: (1) a cover letter that explains the applicant's AOS and AOC qualifications, research interests, and teaching experience, as well as (2) a cv, (3) a graduate transcript,(4) the names and email addresses of three references (The online application will request names/email addresses so that recommenders or dossier services may submit the letters directly.), (5) a sample of scholarly work, (6) one or two sample syllabi, and (7) teaching evaluations.
Submit these materials online at https://career.wellesley.edu by March 1, 2014. If circumstances do not allow you to submit materials through our online application system, please email us at working [__at__] wellesley [dot] edu.
Wellesley College is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching and/or service. We are dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty, and strongly encourage applications from underrepresented minorities and women.
The Department of Philosophy (Chair of Ancient and Medieval Philosophy) at Albert Ludwig University Freiburg (Germany) invites applications for a PhD position (80% E13) in the ERC Consolidator Grant MEMOPHI (see Project
Summary below, with the starting date of July 1st 2014. The research project lasts for 5 years. MEMOPHI team is composed of 4 members, the Principal Investigator, a Postdoc, and two PhD students. In the broader context of MEMOPHI, The successful applicant for the open PhD position will investigate the Discovery of Medieval Philosophical Mysticism in the 18th-19th Centuries (see Work Project
Description below).
The successful candidate will hold a Master’s degree in medieval philosophy or medieval history and will have good skills in Medieval Latin. She/he will have a good command of German. A good command of French would be an advantage.
Please submit your application letter, CV and recommendation letter by 5 March 2014, with the following appendices: MA degree certificate, MA thesis and/or writing sample, and a short proposal (statement) concerning the topic of the Work Project. Please send your application to Catherine König-Pralong, Philosophisches Seminar, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg, Platz der Universität 3, 79085 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany. Selected candidates will be invited for an interview in Freiburg. Interviews are scheduled to take place 3-4 April 2014.
Tenure-Track Position in Theoretical Philosophy
(philosophy of language, philosophy of mind, epistemology, metaphysics, and philosophical logic, as well as historical studies pertaining to these topics)
The Department of Philosophy in the Faculty of Cultural and Social Sciences at the University of Salzburg seeks applications for a tenure-track position in theoretical philosophy. The appointment will be made within the Austrian A2 salary scheme, initial salary being at least 56,485 Euro per year. The starting date is 1 October 2014.
The Department of Philosophy in Salzburg takes an analytic and interdisciplinary approach to philosophy. The theoretical philosophy unit will be led by Professor Christopher Gauker (presently at the University of Cincinnati). Charlotte Werndl (presently at the London School of Economics) has been appointed to the professorship for logic and philosophy of science. A third professor is expected to be appointed within the next few years. In affiliation with each of these positions, the department expects to add a tenure-track assistant professorship as well as a post-doctoral fellowship. The appointee will join a newly vibrant department. There will be invited speakers, longer-term visitors, conferences, and workshops.
Applicants are expected to have a Ph.D. in philosophy by the start of the appointment. Interdisciplinary inclinations, publications in leading journals, and activity in the international philosophical community will be advantageous. The primary responsibilities of the appointee will be research and teaching in theoretical philosophy (philosophy of language, philosophy of mind, epistemology, metaphysics, and philosophical logic, as well as historical studies pertaining to these topics). The initial teaching load is four hours per semester before tenure and eight hours after tenure. The appointee will also be expected to supervise Ph.D. and Masters students, to initiate research projects and to assist in administration.
The appointment is initially for six years. After between four and six years, the appointee will undergo a tenure review and, if successful, will be offered a tenured position as Associate Professor. (Professionally more advanced appointees may be considered for tenure even earlier.) Expectations for tenure will be agreed to informally prior to appointment and will be contractually agreed to immediately after the start of employment. For candidates coming from educational systems where a habilitation is normal, the completion of a habilitation within four years will be one of the normal expectations. Other arrangements can be requested.
Written and spoken competence in English is required. Fluency in German is not mandatory at the time of application. However, the appointee will be expected to teach in German from the third year of the appointment onwards, and therefore prior familiarity with the German language will be an advantage. Masters and Ph.D. courses can be taught in English, but undergraduate courses are usually taught in German.
The application should include a cover letter addressing the applicant’s academic background and research interests, a CV, a list of publications, a research plan, writing samples totaling no more than 20,000 words, a list of courses taught and evidence of teaching effectiveness (syllabi, teaching statement, summary course evaluations if available; no more than 20 pages). Letters of recommendation should not be sent. On-line interviews are expected to take place in March 2014.
Applications should be sent by surface or air mail, postmarked by February 12, 2014, to: Univ.-Prof. Heinrich Schmidinger, Rektor, Universität Salzburg, Serviceeinrichtung Personal, Kapitelgasse 4, 5020 Salzburg, Austria. Please include the job reference number GZ A 0007/1-2014 in your application.
The University of Salzburg and the Department of Philosophy especially encourage applications from women. Given equal qualification, female scholars will be preferred. Physically challenged individuals are also especially encouraged to apply.
The official announcement of the position is here:
https://online.uni-salzburg.at/plus_online/wbMitteilungsblaetter.display...
Information about the department may be found here: http://www.uni-salzburg.at/index.php?id=90&L=1
For clarifications, please contact: Christopher Gauker, christopher [dot] gauker [__at__] uc [dot] edu
The Department of Philosophy in the Faculty of Cultural and Social Sciences at the University of Salzburg seeks applications for a doctoral fellowship in theoretical philosophy. The appointment is for 30 hours per week and will be made within the Austrian B1 salary scheme. The salary will be at least 26,901 Euro per annum, as detailed in the “Kollektivvertrag für die ArbeitnehmerInnen der Universitäten”. The appointment is for four years, and the starting date is 1 October 2014. Applicants must have earned a Masters degree in philosophy by the start of the appointment.
The primary responsibility of the appointee will be to complete a doctoral dissertation under the supervision of Professor Christopher Gauker. The topic of the dissertation should lie within the area of theoretical philosophy (philosophy of language, philosophy of mind, epistemology, metaphysics, philosophical logic, and the history of these subjects). In the philosophy of language, Professor Gauker is especially interested in context-relativity, nonreferential semantics, the nature of linguistic communication and the normativity of meaning. In the philosophy of mind, Professor Gauker is especially interested in mental representation, imagistic cognition, the relation between thought and language and interdisciplinary topics in cognitive development. However, dissertation proposals in other areas of theoretical philosophy will be welcome as well. The appointee is also expected to teach two hours per semester (from the third year onwards) and to assist in administration.
The appointee will be able to complete the Ph.D. program in English. It will be expected that the dissertation be written in English. High competence in written and spoken English will be an advantage. Knowledge of German is not mandatory, although prior familiarity with the German language will be an advantage.
The Department of Philosophy in Salzburg takes an analytic and interdisciplinary approach to philosophy. The theoretical philosophy unit will be led by Professor Christopher Gauker (presently at the University of Cincinnati). Charlotte Werndl (presently at the London School of Economics) has been appointed to the professorship for philosophy of science. A third professor is expected to be appointed within the next few years. In affiliation with each of these positions, the department expects to add a tenure-track assistant professorship as well as a doctoral fellowship. The appointee will join a newly vibrant department. There will be invited speakers, longer-term visitors, conferences, and workshops.
The application should include a cover letter, a CV, transcripts of academic records, writing samples totalling no more than 20,000 words, and a description of the applicant’s research interests and possible dissertation topics. (Applicants need not commit themselves to particular dissertation projects in advance.) In addition, applicants should have two letters of recommendation sent electronically to Professor Christopher Gauker (christopher [dot] gauker [__at__] uc [dot] edu). On-line interviews are expected to take place in March or April 2014.
Applications should be sent by surface or air mail, postmarked by February 12, 2014, to: Univ.-Prof. Heinrich Schmidinger, Rektor, Universität Salzburg, Serviceeinrichtung Personal, Kapitelgasse 4, 5020 Salzburg, Austria. Please include the job reference number GZ A 0008/1-2014 in your application.
The University of Salzburg and the Department of Philosophy especially encourage applications from women. Given equal qualification, female scholars will be preferred. Physically challenged individuals are also especially encouraged to apply.
The official announcement of the position is here:
https://online.unisalzburg.at/plus_online/wbMitteilungsblaetter.display?...
For clarifications, please contact: Christopher Gauker, christopher [dot] gauker [__at__] uc [dot] edu
The Department of Philosophy at the Faculty of Cultural and Social Sciences at the University of Salzburg seeks applications for a doctoral position in philosophy of science and/or logic. The appointment is for 30 hours per week and will be made within the Austrian B1 salary scheme. (Salary is at least € 26.901,00 per annum as detailed in the "Kollektivvertrag für die ArbeitnehmerInnen der Universitäten".) This is a fixed term appointment for four years, and the starting date is 1 October 2014.
The main tasks of the appointee will be the completion of the dissertation under the supervision of Professor Charlotte Werndl. The research should use analytic methods to address philosophical questions. The topic of the dissertation is any topic in philosophy of science or logic. Professor Charlotte Werndl is especially interested in philosophy of climate science, evidence and philosophy of statistics, philosophy of physics in particular, statistical mechanics), philosophy of mathematics, and topics in general philosophy of science, such as determinism, confirmation and underdetermination. However, dissertation proposals in other areas of logic and philosophy of science are welcome as well.
The appointee is also expected to teach two hours per semester (from the third year onwards) and to assist in administration. The successful candidate will have a Masters degree in philosophy, philosophy of science or logic. Excellent English skills and an interdisciplinary background are desirable.
The Department of Philosophy in Salzburg is known for its analytic, formal and interdisciplinary approach to philosophy. The logic and philosophy of science unit is led by the newly-appointed Professor Charlotte Werndl (formerly at the London School of Economics). Christopher Gauker (presently at the University of Cincinnati) has been appointed to the professorship for theoretical philosophy. A third professor is expected to be appointed within the next few years. In affiliation with each of these positions, the department expects to add a tenure-track professorship as well as a post-doctoral fellowship. The appointee will join a newly vibrant department. There will be international speakers, longer-term visitors as well as various activities such as workshops, conferences and reading groups.
It will be expected that the dissertation be written in English. Knowledge of German is not mandatory (although some familiarity with German will be an advantage).
Applications should be sent to the Rector of the University of Salzburg, Prof. Dr. Heinrich Schmidinger, University of Salzburg, Kapitelgasse 4-6, 5020 Salzburg, Austria, by 12 February 2014 (date stamp). Please include the job reference number (GZ A 0009/1-2014) in your application. The application should include a cover letter, a CV, academic transcripts (of the Bachelor and Masters degree), a writing sample (no more than 10,000 words) and a description of the applicant's research interests and possible dissertation topics. (Applicants need not commit themselves to particular dissertation projects in advance.) Two letters of recommendation should be sent directly to Professor Charlotte Werndl (c [dot] s [dot] werndl [__at__] lse [dot] ac [dot] uk). Interviews are expected to take place in early April 2014.
The University of Salzburg especially encourages female scholars to apply. Given equal qualification, female scholars will be preferred. Severely physically challenged individuals are also especially encouraged to apply.
All the information needed to apply for the job are given in this announcement, but for the official announcement from the University of Salzburg see:
https://online.uni-salzburg.at/plus_online/wbMitteilungsblaetter.display...
Contact for inquiries: Professor Charlotte Werndl, c [dot] s [dot] werndl [__at__] lse [dot] ac [dot] uk
The University of Queensland is seeking to appoint two postdoctoral Researchers in philosophy, as part of a project entitled “The Causal Power of Information in a Quantum World.” The appointments are for a period of up to three years. The project is a collaboration between Philosophy and Physics at the University of Queensland. The successful appointees will develop research projects broadly related to any aspect of the study of quantum causation and the metaphysics of quantum information.
Applicants will require a PhD in the area of Philosophy and/or Physics, with demonstrated expert knowledge in the area of metaphysics and/or philosophy of physics. The position holders will be expected to undertake a plan of high quality research and publication, as well as organising activities in support of the project.
These are full time, fixed term appointments at Academic Level A (level of appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience). The remuneration package will be in the range of Associate Lecturer (Level A) $57,330.21 to $77,764.39 p.a., plus employer superannuation contributions of 17% (total package will be in the range of $67,076.35 to $90,984.34 pa).
To discuss this role please contact Associate Professor Phil Dowe at p [dot] dowe [__at__] uq [dot] edu [dot] au. To submit an application for this role, use the Apply button at the UQ Jobs Websites. All applicants must supply the following documents: Cover letter, Resume and Selection Criteria responses.
Call for Applications
Structured Doctoral Programme “Religion – Knowledge – Discourse”
The Structured Doctoral Programme “Religion – Knowledge – Discourse” at the Humboldt University of Berlin has been established as part of a new initiative for German universities which encourages and rewards academic excellence. Five institutes across three faculties have come together to offer an inter- and transdisciplinary structured doctoral programme for outstanding PhD candidates.
We are now accepting applications for this three year programme, due to begin on 1st April 2014. The programme offers:
• 9 partial scholarships (covering tuition fees and travel costs)
• 1 full scholarship
The programme aims to facilitate an enriching inter- and transdisciplinary research environment. As such we are inviting applications from potential and early-stage PhD candidates from a variety of disciplines. Both German and International applicants are encouraged to apply.
Research proposals should be aimed at an investigation of communicative and discursive processes, within which the categories “Religion” and “Knowledge” become constructed and conventionalised. The relationship between discourses relating to religion and knowledge should be critically analysed with reference to specific contexts.
The programme especially encourages a broad geographical spread of topics, as well as inter- and transdisciplinary approaches. Focus may be placed either on current academic issues or on the period of the late 18th century till present day.
The programme offers:
• A structured curriculum and individual supervision to ensure timely completion of your doctoral research project within three years
• Tailored academic training to complement your individual research area (e.g. methodologies, interdisciplinary approaches etc.)
• Additional courses and workshops in key research competencies hosted by the Humboldt Graduate School
• Regular colloquia and group mentoring in self-organizing working groups
• Opportunities for continuous academic exchange and international networking, e.g. through participation in conferences
• A compulsory 3-12 month research stay abroad (e.g. for fieldwork)
• Opportunities to develop and strengthen skills important in the field of academia (e.g. organizing a conference or workshop, holding a lecture)
Course fees will be covered for all programme participants. The possibility for covering costs incurred through conference participation and/or the compulsory research stay abroad may be provided by the programme if no external funding is available.
Programme participants are encouraged to independently secure funding for the duration of the programme. Failing this, our programme offers support to participants in identifying potential scholarships or funding opportunities.
One full-time scholarship of €1.365 p.m. (plus €103 material allowance) is awarded to a promising candidate for the programme’s duration from April 2014 – March 2017. Please indicate in your application whether you would like to be considered for this scholarship. If so, you may also voluntarily refer to your financial situation in your personal statement.
Eligibility
• Graduates or early stage doctoral candidates must hold a university degree that formally qualifies them to matriculate as a PhD student within their desired field. This usually entails having a Masters level qualification in a similar area to which the doctoral candidate intends to write his/her thesis.
• The working language of the programme is English. For non-native speakers, a proof of proficiency (level: C1) is required. The PhD-thesis may, however, be written in either German or English. If you are planning on writing the thesis in German and you are a non-native speaker, a proof of proficiency is also required (DHS 2). If other language skills are required for conducting your research (e.g. Arabic, Hebrew etc.), a proof of proficiency must also be provided.
Application requirements
The following documents must be included in your application:
• Research proposal
• Personal Statement
• Curriculum Vitae
• Copy of Master’s (or equivalent) degree
• A recent academic reference or letter of recommendation
• Proof of language proficiency (see above)
• Statement of current secured funding and/or future scholarship opportunities (or equivalent grants)
• If you have already found a supervisor who is not affiliated with this programme, please include a statement from them concerning your research proposal
Please note that if your records and/or transcripts have not been issued in German or English, an officially translated copy needs to be included.
Applications should be submitted no later than 31th January 2014 to:
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
Theologische Fakultät
Lehrstuhl für Religionswissenschaft
Programmkoordination RWD
-z.Hd. Dominika Hadrysiewicz-
Unter den Linden 6
10099 Berlin
Germany
or via:
dominika.hadrysiewicz[at]hu-berlin.de
For further information or questions on the programme and the application process, please contact the Programme Coordinator:
dominika.hadrysiewicz[at]hu-berlin.de
For further content-related questions please contact the programme’s spokesman, Prof. Dr. Andreas Feldtkeller:
andreas.feldtkeller[at]hu-berlin.de
In der Fakultät I ist am Lehrstuhl für Praktische Philosophie im Rahmen eines DFG-Forschungsprojektes zur Neuedition von Kants Tugendlehre zum 01.04.2014 eine Stelle für
eine wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin oder einen wissenschaftlichen Mitarbeiter
(Entgeltgruppe 13 TV-L, 65%)
mit 65% der regelmäßigen Arbeitszeit für die Dauer von 3 Jahren zu besetzen. Die Beschäftigungsdauer richtet sich nach den Vorschriften des Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetzes.
Aufgaben:
Im Rahmen einer Neuedition der Abteilung I der sog. Akademie-Ausgabe von Kants Schriften durch die Berlin Brandenburgische Akademie der Wissenschaften soll Kants Schrift „Metaphysische Anfangsgründe der Tugendlehre“ neu ediert werden; das Projekt wird aus DFG-Mitteln finanziert. Der Mitarbeiter/die Mitarbeiterin erarbeitet gemeinsam mit weiteren WissenschaftlerInnen diese Neuedition. Die Tätigkeit umfasst primär die Umsetzung der eigentlichen editorischen Arbeit (u.a. Rücksetzung des Textes, Erschließung der Varianten, Kollationierung der Konjekturen, eigene Emendationen, Sachanmerkungen, Register) sowie die Mitwirkung bei interpretatorischen Vorarbeiten. Die regelmäßige Anwesenheit vor Ort ist erwünscht.
Es handelt sich um eine Stelle zur wissenschaftlichen Weiterqualifikation (Habilitation). Hierzu wird im Rahmen der Dienstaufgaben Gelegenheit gegeben.
Einstellungsvoraussetzungen:
- Promotion in Philosophie
- Besondere Kenntnisse der Kantischen Philosophie
- Grundkenntnisse der Editionswissenschaft
- Erfahrung mit Editionsarbeit
- Bereitschaft zur Einarbeitung in das verwendete Redaktionssystem (XML-Editor)
Die Universität Siegen strebt eine Erhöhung des Anteils von Frauen in Forschung und Lehre an. Entsprechend qualifizierte Frauen werden um ihre Bewerbung gebeten.
Bewerbungen geeigneter Schwerbehinderter sind erwünscht.
Bewerbungen mit den üblichen Unterlagen (Lebenslauf, Zeugniskopien, ggf. Referenzen etc.) richten Sie bitte bis zum 30. Januar 2014 unter Angabe der Ausschreibungskennziffer 2013/I/Philosophie/WM/155 an Prof. Dr. Dieter Schönecker, Universität Siegen – Fakultät I, Philosophisches Seminar, Adolf-Reichwein-Str. 2, 57068 Siegen.
TEACH YOUR PASSION.
Contemplate, explore, and expound upon the subject you love. Bring your enthusiasm to life as an instructor at Harper College, where your work can have its greatest impact upon individuals from a wide variety of cultures. Feel the elation, as our students take your desire for excellence and make it their own.
We welcome you to inspire others, contribute to your profession, and enjoy the complete educational experience, collegial setting, and advanced technological resources of Harper. Teach more than your discipline. Teach your passion.
PHILOSOPHY, FULL-TIME, TENURE TRACK FACULTY
Here is an outstanding opportunity to bring your enthusiasm for teaching and your strong knowledge of Philosophy into the lives of students. The Department of Philosophy at William Rainey Harper College, a comprehensive suburban community college located twenty-five miles northwest of Chicago in Palatine, Illinois announces one new tenure-track Philosophy Faculty position. The department currently has an ongoing need for a generalist who can teach a variety of introductory-level courses, including Introduction to Philosophy, Ethics, and Critical Thinking. The successful candidate will also have demonstrated excellence in teaching World Religions and other courses that deal with religion from a philosophical perspective. These courses include: Philosophy of Religion, Religion in America, and Non-Western Philosophy. Preference will be given to candidates who can teach both foundational Philosophy courses and Religion courses.
Job Requirements
Applicants must have at least an M.A. in Philosophy or in a field that emphasizes the teaching of religion from a philosophical point of view. Degrees that will be considered include an M.A. in Religious Studies, Theology, or Comparative Religion, or a M. Div., if the granting institution has a demonstrated record of embracing multiple traditions and perspectives. Post-secondary teaching experience required; community college experience preferred.
To learn more about this opportunity and apply, visit us at
jobs.harpercollege.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=175735
Harper College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, ethnic minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
harpercollege.edu
Applicants must satisfy the following essential criteria:
• PhD in Philosophy
• Relevant teaching experience
• Demonstrated scholarly research
Candidates who possess the following will be at a distinct advantage:
• Certificate in University Teaching
• Specialization in Logic, Epistemology, Philosophy of science, or Metaphysics
• Experience supervising MPhil/PhD students
• Evidence of prior grant acquisition
• Administrative Experience within an Academic Institution
• Evidence of Curriculum Development (face to face or distant delivery modes)
• Evidence of contribution to the Public Service OR field of Study
The successful candidate will be required to:
- Teach, research and participate in the strategic planning and management of teaching and learning, including curricula development programmes within the Department and wider Faculty;
- Contribute to the life of the University and to advance teaching, research and community outreach.
For further particulars regarding the University of the West Indies and the Department of Language, Linguistics and Philosophy, visit us at www.mona.uwi.edu or http://www.mona.uwi.edu/dllp/ or write to Professor Silvia Kouwenberg, Head of Department, silvia [dot] kouwenberg [__at__] uwimona [dot] edu [dot] jm.
Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae (inclusive of a statement on teaching and research interests) giving full particulars of qualifications, experience, the names and addresses of three (3) referees (one of whom should be from your present organization) and copies of academic qualifications. These should be sent by electronic mail to hrmd [dot] sed [__at__] uwimona [dot] edu [dot] jm for the attention of the Director, Human Resource Management Division, The University of the West Indies, Mona Campus, Kingston 7, Jamaica. The final date for receipt of applications is January 31, 2014. It is recommended that referees be asked to send in their recommendation (on appropriate letterhead) rather than wait for a request.
The successful candidate is expected to assume duties on August 1, 2014.
It should be noted that UWI's retirement policy requires members of staff to retire at age 65.
The University of the West Indies (UWI) is a dynamic, international institution serving the countries of the Commonwealth Caribbean. At 65 years old, the institution represents the oldest of its kind within the region; offering a wide range of undergraduate, masters and doctoral programmes in Humanities and Education, Pure and Applied Sciences, Science and Agriculture, Engineering, Law, Medical Sciences and the Social Sciences.