Jobs In Philosophy
The Research Center “Humanities, Modernity, Globalization” at Jacobs University in Bremen, Germany invites applications for
Postdoctoral Fellowships in the Humanities
The position allows for independent research, but the successful applicant will be expected to contribute to the center’s research agenda; be involved in ongoing research initiatives; assist in project management, fund raising, and third-party funding applications. In addition, s/he will teach one course per semester, either a seminar related to topics of his/her expertise and/or an introductory course.
The research center is particularly interested in applicants whose scholarship focuses on contemporary issues, intercultural concepts, and global perspectives in fields such as art history, literature, cultural history, religious studies, media studies, anthropology, and philosophy. For further information regarding the research center, visit our website: http://www.jacobs-university.de/hmg
Successful applicants will hold a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in a humanities discipline. S/he will be responsible, self-motivated, and enjoy working in an international academic environment. In addition to excellent writing and presentation skills, organization and management skills are essential. Proven experience with project management and/or the acquisition of third party funds will be considered a definite plus. Fluency in English is a must, knowledge of other languages in as much as it is required by the candidate´s research interests. Candidates who do not speak German are encouraged to take part in the German courses offered by Jacobs University. Experience with ehumanities is especially welcome.
Jacobs University is a private, international, English-language University in Northern Germany. It is an equal opportunity employer and is certified “Family Friendly” by the Hertie Foundation. For further information see www.jacobs-university.de
The appointment will commence on September 1, 2013, subject to budgetary approval.
The deadline for applications is May 31, 2013.
Please sent your application as one PDF document to hmg [__at__] jacobs-university [dot] de and include the following items:
• Letter of application
• Curriculum Vitae with list of publications
• Names and contact information of three references
• A short description of three courses the candidate could teach, with indication of whether the course would be taught at an introductory or advanced level
In addition to the PDF application, we ask you to provide us with electronic copies of two published articles or book chapters
All correspondence should be addressed to:
Prof. Dr. Isabel Wünsche
Research Center “Humanities, Modernity, Globalization”
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Jacobs University gGmbH
Campus Ring 1, Research IV
28759 Bremen
Germany
PONTIFICAL CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF CHILE
INSTITUTE OF PHILOSOPHY
FACULTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
The Institute of Philosophy at the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile invites applications for one or two full-time Assistant or Associate Professors. The post will be tenable for two years from 1 August 2013, but with the potential of a permanent position that will depend on academic evaluation.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Philosophy Doctor
• Fields of preference: Modern philosophy • Phenomenology • Ethics
• Relevant experience: research and teaching in philosophy
• Conversational skills (Spanish)
• Availability to give a conference
REQUIREMENTS
• Application letter to the Chair of the Faculty
• Curriculum vitae
• Legal copy of the title
• A selection of the most relevant publications (books, articles, etc).
APPLICATION
Applicants should send the information to the Chair of the Faculty (Prof. Dr. Mariano de la Maza. Faculty of Philosophy. Campus San Joaquín, Av. Vicuña Mackenna 4860, Macul, ZIP: 7820436) by June 28, 2013.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Faculty Office: Phone number 56-2-2-354-1469; e-mail: vrojasm [__at__] uc [dot] cl
Internet: http://filosofia.uc.cl/
At the Staatliche Hochschule für Gestaltung Karlsruhe (Karlsruhe University of Arts and Design) the following vacancy is to be filled at the earliest possible date.
Professor of Philosophy and Media Theory,
salary grade „W3“
Responsibilities:
Teaching and supervision of students pursuing a study path of art history & media theories completed by a master degree (M.A.); additional supervision of diploma-students in the practical subjects and applied arts who attend philosophical lectures is implied.
The applicant should be able to teach philosophy & media theories comprehensively, extended in scope, and on university level. A specialization in aesthetics, design theory and/or curatorial studies is essential.
Further functional duties are specified in § 46 Landeshochschulgesetz (university law of Baden-Württemberg). Regular attendance to and support of the Academy’s boards of self-administration is indispensable.
Qualifications:
He/She must hold a university degree in the relevant subject and have sufficient pedagogic experience and qualification for teaching art history.
Qualifications in the field of academic research are normally verified by a doctorate (Ph.D.) and a habilitation. Instead of a habilitation other outstanding postdoctoral qualifications or outstanding scientific achievements in a related field outside university research can alternatively be taken into consideration.
A weekly attendance at the Academy is indispensable.
Lectures are held in German.
Appointment as a professor in the public service is usually for life. Applicants who are appointed professor for the first time in their career might be appointed temporarily with civil service status.
The University of Arts and Design Karlsruhe aspires to raise the number of women working for the professoriate and is therefore particularly inviting qualified women to apply. The University supports the compatibility of career and family. A part-time employment is possible.
Applications of severely disabled persons with equivalent qualification will be treated with priority.
Applications including a CV and documents that illustrate and testify the applicant’s academic career path must be sent to the Rectorate, Re: “Professorship for Philosophy and Media Theory” of the Staatliche Hochschule für Gestaltung Karlsruhe (Karlsruhe University of Arts and Design), Lorenzstraße 15, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany till May 30, 2013 at the latest.
Domaines d’activité
- enseignement de proséminaires en philosophie antique
- participation aux travaux de recherche et aux autres activités de la chaire
Exigences
- master (ou équivalent) en philosophie
- maîtrise parfaite du français
(connaissances de l’allemand et de l’anglais souhaitées)
- connaissances solides du grec ancien et du latin
- projet de thèse de doctorat dans le domaine de la philosophie antique
Délai de postulation
vendredi 17 mai 2013
Dossier de candidature
- curriculum vitae
- exemplaire du mémoire de master (ou équivalent)
- projet de thèse de doctorat en philosophie antique
Adresse d’envoi
Prof. Filip Karfik
Chaire de Philosophie Antique
Département de Philosophie
Université de Fribourg
Av. de l’Europe 20
CH-1700 Fribourg
Renseignements complémentaires
Secrétariat du Département de Philosophie
Tel. +41 (0)26 300 75 24, e-mail : philosophie [__at__] unifr [dot] ch
Now open: 2-year fixed-term employment as a postdoctoral research fellow in theoretical philosophy at the department of Philosophy, Linguistics, and Theory of Science, at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden.
Closing date: 2013-04-25
Reference number: PAK 2013/674
In the Swedish higher education system, theoretical philosophy is distinguished from practical philosophy. Under the heading of “theoretical philosophy” is included research in metaphysics, the philosophy of language, epistemology, and the philosophy of mind. To be eligible for this position, applicants are expected to conduct research in (and to have a PhD on) issues in one (or several) of these areas. We especially encourage applications from researchers working in metaphysics/ ontology (including metametaphysics and metaontology), the philosophy of language, and/or the philosophy of mind. We will only be considering applications from researchers working in analytic philosophy, broadly construed.
For all the information you need, including access to the online application system. Go to: http://www.gu.se/english/about_the_university/announcements-in-the-job-a...
For a description of the research we do, as well as an introduction to the subject’s researchers and PhD students, go here: http://www.flov.gu.se/english/research/theoretical-philosophy/
The successful candidate is expected to carry out most of the research in Gothenburg and to actively participate in the department’s weekly seminar activities. The holder should be proficient in either Swedish and English or only English.
If you are thinking about applying, and want to know more about the subject, the department, and/or the university, please contact the professor of theoretical philosophy, Anna-Sofia Maurin, or the department’s deputy head of research, Fredrik Bragesjö.
Anna-Sofia Maurin: anna-sofia [dot] maurin [__at__] gu [dot] se
http://www.flov.gu.se/english/contact/staff/anna-sofia-maurin/
Fredrik Bragesjö: fredrik [dot] bragesjo [__at__] gu [dot] se
Lecturer in Philosophy of Art and Aesthetics
Ref HUM0354
Location Canterbury
Job Type Academic
Contract Type Fixed Term
Salary Type Per Annum
Salary (£) 31331 - 44607
HUM0354, School of Arts, Closing date: 03 May 2013
The Role
This post is full time and fixed term for 2 years.
The School of Arts is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Philosophy of Art and Aesthetics to contribute to the teaching and examination of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in the History and Philosophy of Art Department, to make a substantial contribution to the research activity, intellectual environment and effective administration of the Department and School.
The Person
The successful candidate will have a PHD in Philosophy of Art, Aesthetics or a cognate area and experience of producing exceptional research, including the appropriate number of peer reviewed publications of 3* or 4* quality ready for submission to REF2014.
Broad knowledge of aesthetics and the philosophy of art in the analytic tradition, particularly in relation to the visual arts broadly construed is essential as is experience of research-led teaching within an HE environment.
The School of Arts
The School of Arts is home to over 900 students, 40 academic staff, and 16 administrative and technical staff. The School comprises the Departments of Drama and Theatre, Film, and History & Philosophy of Art In Canterbury the School is housed in the award-winning Jarman building, which provides excellent facilities and a striking working environment. Among the new facilities the School is benefiting from are a 144sqm white cube gallery, film production facilities and drama studios. For more information about the School of Arts, please visit www.kent.ac.uk/arts/
Further Information
Start date for applications: 28 March 2013
Closing date for applications: 03 May 2013
Interviews are to be held: 21 May 2013
Please see the links below to view the full job description and also to apply for this post (please do not send your application directly to the department).
How to apply - for posts of this nature you will be required to fill in the main details section as well as upload your CV, a one page summary (this should include details of experience and other information in support of your application with direct reference to the advertisement and further particulars), one chapter or article length sample of your research and any supporting documents.
For academic posts:
If you are invited for an interview, we will request references for you at that stage. Please include contact details of three referees in your CV.
If you require further information regarding the post please contact Jonathan Friday, Head of the School of Arts, j [dot] friday [__at__] kent [dot] ac [dot] uk ; +44 (0)1227 827416.
For any information regarding the application process please contact Emma Cadinot at e [dot] cadinot [__at__] kent [dot] ac [dot] uk.
Please note applications must be made online via the University website; details sent directly via email cannot be considered.
For further information and to apply: http://jobs.kent.ac.uk/fe/tpl_kent01.asps=raCzFKhUsJVaXxJsp&jobid=37474,...
DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY
DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY
Appointment
The Department of Philosophy at Dalhousie University invites applications for a 10 month Limited Term Appointment at the Assistant Professor/Lecturer level, effective August 1, 2013. This position is subject to budgetary approval. Areas of specialization: Metaphysics, Epistemology. Areas of competence: Early Modern Philosophy, Philosophy of Mind. The Department also needs classes taught in Understanding Scientific Reasoning and Intro.
The successful applicant will teach courses at introductory, intermediate and advanced undergraduate/graduate levels, with some limited graduate student supervision and committee work. Excellence in teaching and research is required. Applicants must hold (or be about to receive) a Ph.D. in Philosophy. Salary will depend upon qualifications and experience. Course load will be 3 and 3.
Applications should include: a complete curriculum vitae, transcripts (undergraduate and graduate), writing sample, teaching dossier (including evidence of teaching effectiveness), a statement of research and teaching interests and philosophies, and three confidential letters of recommendation (in hard copy, forwarded separately by the referees). A record of publication will be an asset.
Applications should be sent to Duncan MacIntosh, Chair, Department of Philosophy, Dalhousie University, 6135 University Avenue, PO Box 15000, Halifax, NS, Canada B3H 4R2. (Please use dalphil [__at__] dal [dot] ca for correspondence). The closing date for applications is April 30, 2013.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Dalhousie University is an Employment Equity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from qualified Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons and women.
A 3-year position to produce a thesis in Ancient Philosophy under the supervision of Prof. Paolo Crivelli. The thesis is part of an FNS-funded research project on 'Appearance and Knowledge in Classical Greek Philosophy'. The thesis is expected to concentrate on the Socratic elenchus. Although the ad to which a link is provided is in French, the thesis can be in English.
Philosophie antique et philosophie du moyen âge / Antike Philosophie und Philosophie des Mittelalters
Poste de maître-assistant 30% / Oberassistentenstelle 30%
dès / ab
1er septembre 2013 / 1. September 2013
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Domaine d’activité
- Enseignement (2 heures hebdomadaires par semestre)
- Recherche en philosophie antique et/ou en philosophie du Moyen Age
- Collaboration aux activités en philosophie antique et en philosophie médiévale
Aufgaben
- Lehre (2 Wochenstunden pro Semester)
- Forschung in antiker Philosophie und/oder in Philosophie des Mittelalters
- Mitarbeit an den Aktivitäten in antiker und mittelalterlicher Philosophie
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Exigences
- Doctorat en philosophie antique ou en philosophie médiévale
- Publications dans au moins un de ces domaines
- Projet d’habilitation dans l’un de ces deux domaines
- Langues: française et allemande
- Expérience d’assistanat et/ou d’enseignement universitaire seraient un atout
Anforderungen
- Doktorat in antiker oder mittelalterlicher Philosophie
- Veröffentlichungen in mindestens einem dieser Gebiete
- Habilitationsprojekt in einem der zwei Gebieten
- Sprachen: Deutsch und Französisch
- Erfahrung als Assistent und/oder in der universitären Lehre wäre von Vorteil
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Dossier de candidature
- Curriculum vitae détaillé
- Liste des publications
- Projet d’habilitation
- Copies de certificats
- Documents habituels
Bewerbungsunterlagen
- detaillierter Lebenslauf
- Publikationsliste
- Habilitationsprojekt
- Zeugniskopien
- übliche Unterlagen
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Département de Philosophie
Profs. Filip Karfik et Tiziana Suarez-Nani
Université Fribourg - Miséricorde
Avenue de l’Europe 20
CH – 1700 Fribourg
Renseignements complémentaires / weitere Auskünfte:
Secrétariat du Département de Philosophie
Tel. +41 (0)26 300 75 24, e-mail: philosophie [__at__] unifr [dot] ch
The Philosophy Department at the United Arab Emirates University invites qualified candidates to apply for a fulltime faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in philosophy to begin in the Fall Semester 2013 (August start). Candidates must have a strong commitment to teaching excellence, a demonstrable research capability that will enable the candidate to develop and sustain a research program, publish research findings in refereed journals or equivalent, and actively engage in promoting the growth of the UAE University. The Philosophy Department at UAEU is robust, dynamic and growing. It hosts a vibrant research seminar series, regional conferences, and world class visitors. The faculty are all active researchers in diverse fields. The primary duties of the successful candidate are teaching, research, and service to the university community. The main teaching load is in the university’s General Education program, particularly in courses on critical thinking and ethics. The application package should include a cover letter, a detailed resume, a brief description of current/future research activities, teaching philosophy, and courses taught. English is the language of instruction and communication. Review of applications will begin on 15 April 2013 and will continue until the position is filled.
Job Category: Faculty
Minimum Qualification: Applicants must possess a PhD degree in philosophy from an internationally recognized and reputable university. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to those with relevant university teaching and research experience in academic environments where English is the medium of instruction and protocol.
Preferred Qualification:Both AOS and AOC are open, but candidates with expertise in Islamic philosophy, history and philosophy of science, and applied ethics are especially encouraged to apply, in order to complement the expertise of faculty currently in the department. Competence in, experience with, and a willingness to use new technologies in teaching is highly desirable. This technology includes, but is not limited to, e-teaching platforms such as Blackboard, Moodle and iPads, and classroom technology such as SMART Boards. Experience in teaching in multicultural contexts, where most students are not native speakers of English, is also highly desirable.
Rank/Experience/Skill Set: Successful candidates are expected to:
1. Have a strong commitment to develop and teach effectively a variety of undergraduate courses with emphasis on the General Education courses in Critical Thinking and Ethics.
2. Contribute to the continuous improvement of curriculum courses and programs through periodic assessment of their outcomes.
3. Undertake research in his/her area of expertise, preferably with a view to supporting this research with external grant funding.
5. Advise and mentor undergraduate students.
7. Undertake academic administrative tasks as appropriate for university faculty members and assume an appropriate level of departmental responsibilities.
8. Work effectively with others in a multicultural academic and professional environment.
9. Demonstrate collegial interpersonal skills.
10. Communicate effectively in spoken and written English.
11. Contribute effectively to our continuous academic growth, research development, and outstanding service.
Contact: Associate Professor William McDonald, Chair of Philosophy, UAE University, email: wmcdonal [__at__] uaeu [dot] ac [dot] ae