Jobs In Philosophy
The University of Northern Iowa's Department of Philosophy and World Religions seeks applicants for a renewable term appointment as an Instructor of Applied Ethics beginning in August 2024. This position is endowed through the David W. Wilson Endowment for Integrity and Excellence in the Wilson College of Business, with the specific purpose to expand ethics education across the campus, and the successful candidate will be a Wilson Ethics Fellow. The position has a 4/4 teaching load. The successful candidate will be expected to teach Business Ethics and Professional Ethics and work collaboratively with UNI's Wilson College of Business within the context of its new ethics education initiatives. The position will also offer the possibility of teaching other courses in Religious Studies, in a variety of religious traditions, depending on the candidate's qualifications and interests and departmental needs. The Department is interested in candidates that will share the Department's commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, and to engaged service (mentoring students, serving on committees, and offering programming on campus and in the wider community).
Building on its historic excellence in teacher education, the university has developed outstanding programs in business, natural sciences, humanities and fine arts, and social and behavioral sciences with advanced degrees available in many programs. The University’s attractive size, approximately 9,000 students, allows UNI to offer faculty, facilities, and academic choices characteristic of a much larger university while retaining a friendly, small-college atmosphere on a park-like campus. UNI has been consistently recognized as one of the "Best Midwest Universities" by U.S. News & World Report. Located in Cedar Falls/Waterloo, the campus is comprised of more than 40 buildings on 940 acres. For more information, visit www.uni.edu.
The successful candidate must hold an Earned doctorate in Religious Studies or Philosophy at the time of application.
Required qualifications include a compelling record of effective teaching in Applied Ethics and the ability to engage perspectives from both religion and philosophy in teaching ethical issues.
Preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated ability to teach in multiple subfields of Applied Ethics, a demonstrated ability to teach religion and ethics, and record of effective teaching in both face-to-face and online modalities.
Applications received by January 29, 2024 will receive full consideration. To apply, visit http://jobs.uni.edu/. Inquiries may be sent to John Burnight at 319-273-7641 or John [dot] Burnight [__at__] uni [dot] edu. Pre-employment background checks required.
UNI actively seeks to enhance diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences at the University of Toronto invites applications for a tenure-stream position, jointly appointed in the Department of Philosophy (75%) and the Centre for Medieval Studies (25%) in the area of Classical Islamic Philosophy. The appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2024.
Applicants must have earned a PhD degree in Philosophy, Medieval Studies, or a closely related field, with a clearly demonstrated exceptional record of excellence in research and teaching. The successful candidate will be a specialist in Classical Islamic Philosophy from the 9th to the 12th centuries CE with a primary focus on falsafah. Knowledge of the impact of Islamic philosophy on Western medieval philosophy will be an asset. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance the existing strengths at the Department of Philosophy and the Centre for Medieval Studies. The successful candidate will also play an active role in the Collaborative Specialization in Ancient and Medieval Philosophy. Candidates will have an established international reputation and will be expected to sustain and lead innovative and independent research at the highest international level and to maintain an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program.
Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence which can be demonstrated by a record of sustained high-impact contributions and publications in top-ranked and field relevant journals, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, distinguished awards and accolades, and other noteworthy activities that contribute to the visibility and prominence of the discipline, as well as strong endorsements from referees of high standing.
Evidence of excellence in teaching will be provided through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application (with required materials outlined below), as well as strong letters of reference. Applicants must also show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and to the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment, as demonstrated through the application materials.
Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
For more information about the Department of Philosophy please visit our website at www.philosophy.utoronto.ca. For more information about the Centre for Medieval Studies, please refer to www.medieval.utoronto.ca. More information about the Collaborative Specialization in Ancient and Medieval Philosophy is available at csamp.utoronto.ca.
All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a research statement outlining current and future research interests; two recent publications; and a teaching dossier to include a strong teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations. We seek candidates who value diversity and whose research, teaching and service bear out our commitment to equity. Candidates are therefore also asked to submit a 1‐2 page statement of contributions to equity and diversity, which might cover topics such as (but not limited to): research or teaching that incorporates a focus on underrepresented communities, the development of inclusive pedagogies, or the mentoring of students from underrepresented groups.
The following elements of the application must be submitted online (in pdf format only) by January 11, 2024:
A cover letter in a file labelled “YourLastName cover letter.pdf”;
A curriculum vitae in a file labelled “YourLastName CV.pdf”;
A research dossier containing a statement outlining current and future research interests and two pieces of academic writing (about 25 pages each), combined in a file labelled “YourLastName research.pdf”;
A teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations) in a file labelled “YourLastName teaching.pdf”.
A statement of contributions to equity and diversity as outlined above (1-2 pages) in a file labelled "YourLastName EDstatement.pdf".
Applicants must provide the name and contact information of three references. The University of Toronto’s recruiting tool will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference from each referee the day after an application is submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that referee's submit letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. More details on the automatic reference letter collection, including timelines, are available in the candidate FAQ.
Submission guidelines can be found at http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. Your CV and cover letter should be uploaded into the dedicated fields. Please combine additional application materials into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format.
If you have questions about this position, please contact Rose Antonopoulos at search [dot] philosophy [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca.
All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by January 11, 2024.
The University of Toronto has adopted the AAU Principles on Preventing Sexual Harassment in Academia, including the requirement that applicants release personnel information from prior employers regarding sexual misconduct. Full details and requirements can be found here.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Please apply here : https://jobs.utoronto.ca/job/Toronto-Associate-Professor-Professor-Class...
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The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.
As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.
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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.
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.
The Edmond & Lily Safra Center for Ethics at Harvard University invites applications from a broad range of researchers and practitioners who will work over the course of the year on pressing issues in ethics. Faculty in arts and sciences and professional schools, postdoctoral scholars, practitioners, and researchers from industry, government, and NGOs are eligible to apply. The call for applications for the 2024-25 is completely open: we will consider any topic pertaining to the serious ethical questions of our time. All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply and will be given careful consideration; priority will be given to outstanding early career scholars and practitioners.
As always, our goal will be to craft a cohort in which all fellows will find valuable intellectual partnerships to support and spur their work. The ideal candidates are those who are willing to invest time and energy into building community with the other fellows in their cohort.
Fellows-in-Residence will be expected to devote the majority of their time to their individual projects and to participate in regular work-in-progress seminars. In addition, Fellows are strongly encouraged to participate in—and contribute to—the Center's programming, which includes public lectures, themed seminars and reading groups, conferences, workshops, and lunch discussions.
This Fellowship is intended to be residential. With the exception of travel to conferences and meetings, Fellows are expected to be in residence in the Boston area at least four working days per week during the term.
For the last few years, the Center has offered the possibility of joint fellowship opportunities with several other Centers at Harvard. We continue to offer that possibility, with specific potential affiliations to be worked out on a case-by-case basis:
* Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society at Harvard University
* Carr Center for Human Rights at the Harvard Kennedy School
* Center for Bioethics at the Harvard Medical School
* Center for Research on Computation and Society at the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
* Hutchins Center for African & African American Research at Harvard University
* Petrie-Flom Center for Health Law Policy, Biotechnology and Bioethics at the Harvard Law School
Applicants will be invited to indicate on the application form whether they wish to be considered for a joint fellowship position with one of these Centers. If selected, the joint fellowship will offer access to development opportunities and programming at the Edmond & Lily Safra Center for Ethics and the partnering center.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must have a PhD, professional degree, or a minimum of 5 years of equivalent professional experience by the start of the fellowship year. Applicants from any discipline or professional field will be considered. Those who have previously held a yearlong residential Fellowship at the Center are not eligible; this limitation does not apply to former Undergraduate Fellows or former Graduate Fellows. The Fellows-in-Residence Program runs the course of the academic year, typically from the beginning of September through the end of May, and is open to all applicants who meet the above criteria, regardless of citizenship.
STIPEND
Faculty:
We offer a stipend of one-half of your base academic year salary, up to $80,000, and a research allowance of up to $5,000 for approved expenses directly related to your work, such as travel, books, and research assistance.
Post-Doc:
The stipend for post-doctoral fellows will be $70,000 for 2024-25. We also provide a research allowance of up to $5,000 for approved expenses directly related to your work, such as travel, books, and research assistance.
Practitioner:
Practitioner stipends are determined on a case-by-case basis, commensurate with experience, up to a maximum of $80,000. We also provide a research allowance of up to $5,000 for approved expenses directly related to your work, such as travel, books, and research assistance.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Before beginning the application, you may wish to have the following information available:
* The title of your research proposal
* Names and contact information for 3 references (no letters are accepted at this stage)
To apply, complete our online application form, which will request the information noted above. You will also be asked to upload the following documents:
* Cover letter stating your background and interest in the Fellows-in-Residence Program at the Edmond & Lily Safra Center for Ethics
* Curriculum Vitae
* Research proposal
* Recent writing sample
Please note: Name and contact information for three professional references will be requested, but no letters will be accepted at this stage.
The deadline to submit an application is November 15, 2023, with decisions likely to be announced in February 2024. Please note that the application form will be saved automatically while in progress, but no edits or alterations will be allowed once you have submitted the application. Please direct questions regarding this application process to EJSafraFellowships [__at__] fas [dot] harvard [dot] edu.
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/
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/
• Application link: https://jobs.uni-graz.at/en/jobs/2dc57a47-a510-c699-841b-64e74a5a25e5/apply
• Salary Category: B1 mit Doktorat
• Salary per Year: € 60,926.60
• Employment Start: As soon as possible
• Hours per week: 40.00 h/w
• Duration of Contract: Temporary employment
• Temporary Employment: 6 years
Your Responsibilities
▪ Active research in the area of Moral and Political Philosophy
▪ Independent Teaching
▪ Supervision of students
▪ Participation in existing research projects and developing new research projects
▪ Administrative responsibilities at the Department of Philosophy and the University
Your Profile
▪ Doctorate (or PhD) in Philosophy
▪ Relevant teaching experience
▪ International experience
▪ Commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration (e.g., on issues of climate justice, historical justice, nature ethics, animal ethics, international justice and legitimacy)
▪ Fluency in English
▪ Good knowledge of German (desirable) or at least willingness to learn German
▪ Communication, and organizational and teamwork skills
▪ Enjoyment of teaching and student supervision
We offer an annual gross salary of at least € 60,926.60 for a fulltime position. An overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible.
We Offer
▪ Meaning: We offer meaningful work for the world of tomorrow.
▪ Our internal continuing education program is as colorful as the university itself.
▪ Collaboration: With us, you'll find interdisciplinary, cross-professional opportunities to work together.
▪ Benefits: Of course, there are all the usual benefits, from A "access to healthcare services" to Z "Zero emission goal".
▪ Diversity: Besides our various scientific fields and their related issius, we offer a working environment in which diversity is lived.
▪ Flexibility: We demonstrate flexibility not only with the various working time models but also trough the offers for the compatibility of family and career.
About us
At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers face the great challenges of society and carry the knowledge out. We work for tomorrow. Become part of it!
Contact
Please include a letter of motivation, an academic CV, two writing samples and a list of three references with their e-mail addresses.
For further information please contact Univ.-Prof. Dr. Lukas Meyer at lukas [dot] meyer [__at__] uni-graz [dot] at and +43(0)316/380-2300.
Website: https://philosophie-gewi.uni-graz.at/en/
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. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. Especially with regard to academic staff, we welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position.
• Application link: https://jobs.uni-graz.at/en/jobs/a740b9f9-78da-1ee3-c541-64d5debeb5ce/apply
• Salary Category: B1 mit Doktorat
• Salary per Year: € 60,926.60
• Employment Start: March 2024
• Hours per week: 40.00 h/w
• Duration of Contract: Temporary employment with option for permanent position
• Temporary Employment: 6 years with objective agreement
Your Responsibilities
▪ Independent research in the field of moral and political philosophy, in particular climate ethics and interdisciplinary climate research
▪ Participation in existing research projects and development of new research projects in the field of moral and political philosophy, especially climate ethics and interdisciplinary climate research
▪ Solicitation of and participation in the acquisition of third-party funds
▪ Independent teaching to the extent stipulated in the collective agreement, especially in the field of moral and political philosophy
▪ Assistance in examinations
▪ Supervision of students
▪ Participation in organisational and administrative tasks and evaluation measures
▪ Willingness to engage in research collaborations on technological aspects of dealing with the climate crisis and the societal transformation is desired
▪ Willingness to participate in curriculum development and instructional planning is desired
Your Profile
▪ Completed doctorate/Ph.D. programme in philosophy
▪ Long-term experience in the required job specifications, especially in the acquisition and implementation of national and international research projects
▪ Peer-reviewed publications in the field of moral and political philosophy, especially climate ethics
▪ Ability for independent critical assessment of scholarly problems
▪ University level teaching experience (including online teaching)
▪ Experience in higher education administration and organisation, especially in curricula development and planning of teaching, desired
▪ Excellent knowledge of German and English, both in writing and speaking
▪ Self-reliable and independent way of working
▪ Resilience, ability to work in teams and flexibility
We offer an annual gross salary of at least € 60,926.60 for a fulltime position. An overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible.
We Offer
▪ Meaning: We offer meaningful work for the world of tomorrow.
▪ Our internal continuing education program is as colorful as the university itself.
▪ Collaboration: With us, you'll find interdisciplinary, cross-professional opportunities to work together.
▪ Benefits: Of course, there are all the usual benefits, from A "access to healthcare services" to Z "Zero emission goal".
▪ Diversity: Besides our various scientific fields and their related issius, we offer a working environment in which diversity is lived.
▪ Flexibility: We demonstrate flexibility not only with the various working time models but also trough the offers for the compatibility of family and career.
About us
At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers face the great challenges of society and carry the knowledge out. We work for tomorrow. Become part of it!
Contact
Univ.-Prof. Lukas Meyer, lukas [dot] meyer [__at__] uni-graz [dot] at
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. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. Especially with regard to academic staff, we welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position.
Applications are invited from outstanding postdoctoral researchers for the position of Research Assistant Professor in the Division of Humanities at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.
We seek to appoint a Research Assistant Professor to build research capacity in philosophy of science. We particularly encourage applicants who work in integrated history and philosophy of science. Expertise in philosophy of biology and/or philosophy of social science would be an advantage.
Applicants should have a commitment to research and teaching excellence. They should have a PhD, a strong publication record, and a developing trajectory as Principal or Co-Investigator on funded projects.
The appointee will be expected to publish strongly, write grant proposals, manage graduate students and/or Post-doctoral Fellows, organize workshops and seminars, and develop international collaborations. The appointee will teach one undergraduate course in Humanities for general education and/or one postgraduate course on the MPhil in Humanities program offered by the School of Humanities and Social Science. English is the medium of instruction and administration at the University.
The University is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and has a range of family-friendly policies in place.
For more information about the research areas of the Division of Humanities, please visit
https://huma.hkust.edu.hk/.
For enquiries, please contact Prof Yafeng Shan in the Division of Humanities through email: hmyfshan [__at__] ust [dot] hk.
Salary is highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Appointment will be made on a fixed-term 2-year contract, renewable subject to performance, funding availability and mutual agreement. A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract. Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits. Housing allowance may be provided where applicable.
Application Procedure
Interested applicants are invited to submit an application comprising (i) a statement of interest indicating current research interests and future research plan, (ii) a full curriculum vitae, and (iii) three letters of reference to the Division of Humanities via Interfolio at
http://apply.interfolio.com/129205.
Review of applications will begin on 1 September 2023 and will continue until the position is filled.
We thank applicants for their interest but advise that only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the result of the application.
(Information provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes. Applicants should read the Personal Information Collection Statement before submission of application.)