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Job description
Two Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (SKO 1352) are available at the Department of Philosophy, Classics, History of Art and Ideas, University of Oslo.
The Postdoctoral Research Fellowship is funded by the Research Council of Norway and is associated with the project The Kantian Foundations of Democracy, 324272 - FORSKER21. The candidate is expected to present a research project closely connected to the main project.
Kantian Foundations of Democracy aims to provide the first large-scale analysis of the theory of democracy of the neglected "Kantian School". These were philosophers active in Germany in the 1790s, and included Erhard, Maimon, Heydenreich, Bergk, Reinhold, Tieftrunk, Feuerbach, Jakob, Reimarus, Schlegel, and the early Fichte. Their theories are notable for bringing out fully the Kantian concepts of right, equality, autonomy, and popular sovereignty; for their sophisticated analysis of enlightenment in the public sphere, and their support for popular revolutionary movements. The aim is not just to gain new historical knowledge, but to contribute to improving our understanding of Kant's basic principles, as well as those of democracy more broadly.
More about the position
The successful candidate will examine either Kantian principles of right and their connection to political rights (Task 1), Kantian principles of popular sovereignty (Task 2), or Kantian views of reform and popular revolution (Task 3). Projects may engage with all four crosscutting questions of Kantian Foundations of Democracy (please see project description). Projects may focus more narrowly on one or two of the Kantians, but comparisons to other Kantians and Kant should be included.
The research will apply methodology from the fields of philosophy, political theory, legal theory, and intellectual history. An interdisciplinary background in the above-mentioned fields is an advantage. The successful candidate is expected to produce three peer-reviewed articles or a monograph during the two-year period.
The position is available for a period of 2 years.
The candidate is expected to develop a project description, which must be submitted as a part of the application.
The successful candidates are expected to be based in Oslo during the project period, starting 1 April 2022. They will actively collaborate with the project’s team, and participate in the Practical Philosophy Group and other relevant departmental activities.
The main purpose of postdoctoral research fellowships is to qualify researchers for work in higher academic positions within their disciplines.
Requirements
PhD or equivalent academic qualifications with a specialization in philosophy, political theory, legal theory, intellectual history, or other areas if relevant for the project
The candidate's research project must be closely connected to Kantian Foundations of Democracy
Fluent oral and written communication skills in English
German language skills sufficient for analysing philosophical literature
Personal suitability and motivation for the position
The doctoral dissertation must be submitted for evaluation by the closing date. Appointment is dependent on the public defence of the doctoral thesis being approved.
In the evaluation of the applications, emphasis will be placed on:
The research project’s scientific merit and novelty, and its relevance for Kantian Foundations of Democracy
The applicant’s estimated academic and personal ability to carry out the project within the allotted time frame and to contribute to Kantian Foundations of Democracy
Good co-operative skills, and the ability to successfully join in academic collaboration within and across disciplines
Job description
Two Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (SKO 1352) are available at the Department of Philosophy, Classics, History of Art and Ideas, University of Oslo.
The Postdoctoral Research Fellowship is funded by the Research Council of Norway and is associated with the project The Kantian Foundations of Democracy, 324272 - FORSKER21. The candidate is expected to present a research project closely connected to the main project.
Kantian Foundations of Democracy aims to provide the first large-scale analysis of the theory of democracy of the neglected "Kantian School". These were philosophers active in Germany in the 1790s, and included Erhard, Maimon, Heydenreich, Bergk, Reinhold, Tieftrunk, Feuerbach, Jakob, Reimarus, Schlegel, and the early Fichte. Their theories are notable for bringing out fully the Kantian concepts of right, equality, autonomy, and popular sovereignty; for their sophisticated analysis of enlightenment in the public sphere, and their support for popular revolutionary movements. The aim is not just to gain new historical knowledge, but to contribute to improving our understanding of Kant's basic principles, as well as those of democracy more broadly.
More about the position
The successful candidate will examine either Kantian principles of right and their connection to political rights (Task 1), Kantian principles of popular sovereignty (Task 2), or Kantian views of reform and popular revolution (Task 3). Projects may engage with all four crosscutting questions of Kantian Foundations of Democracy (please see project description). Projects may focus more narrowly on one or two of the Kantians, but comparisons to other Kantians and Kant should be included.
The research will apply methodology from the fields of philosophy, political theory, legal theory, and intellectual history. An interdisciplinary background in the above-mentioned fields is an advantage. The successful candidate is expected to produce three peer-reviewed articles or a monograph during the two-year period.
The position is available for a period of 2 years.
The candidate is expected to develop a project description, which must be submitted as a part of the application.
The successful candidates are expected to be based in Oslo during the project period, starting 1 April 2022. They will actively collaborate with the project’s team, and participate in the Practical Philosophy Group and other relevant departmental activities.
The main purpose of postdoctoral research fellowships is to qualify researchers for work in higher academic positions within their disciplines.
Requirements
PhD or equivalent academic qualifications with a specialization in philosophy, political theory, legal theory, intellectual history, or other areas if relevant for the project
The candidate's research project must be closely connected to Kantian Foundations of Democracy
Fluent oral and written communication skills in English
German language skills sufficient for analysing philosophical literature
Personal suitability and motivation for the position
The doctoral dissertation must be submitted for evaluation by the closing date. Appointment is dependent on the public defence of the doctoral thesis being approved.
In the evaluation of the applications, emphasis will be placed on:
The research project’s scientific merit and novelty, and its relevance for Kantian Foundations of Democracy
The applicant’s estimated academic and personal ability to carry out the project within the allotted time frame and to contribute to Kantian Foundations of Democracy
Good co-operative skills, and the ability to successfully join in academic collaboration within and across disciplines
Job description
Two Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (SKO 1352) are available at the Department of Philosophy, Classics, History of Art and Ideas, University of Oslo.
The Postdoctoral Research Fellowship is funded by the Research Council of Norway and is associated with the project The Kantian Foundations of Democracy, 324272 - FORSKER21. The candidate is expected to present a research project closely connected to the main project.
Kantian Foundations of Democracy aims to provide the first large-scale analysis of the theory of democracy of the neglected "Kantian School". These were philosophers active in Germany in the 1790s, and included Erhard, Maimon, Heydenreich, Bergk, Reinhold, Tieftrunk, Feuerbach, Jakob, Reimarus, Schlegel, and the early Fichte. Their theories are notable for bringing out fully the Kantian concepts of right, equality, autonomy, and popular sovereignty; for their sophisticated analysis of enlightenment in the public sphere, and their support for popular revolutionary movements. The aim is not just to gain new historical knowledge, but to contribute to improving our understanding of Kant's basic principles, as well as those of democracy more broadly.
More about the position
The successful candidate will examine either Kantian principles of right and their connection to political rights (Task 1), Kantian principles of popular sovereignty (Task 2), or Kantian views of reform and popular revolution (Task 3). Projects may engage with all four crosscutting questions of Kantian Foundations of Democracy (please see project description). Projects may focus more narrowly on one or two of the Kantians, but comparisons to other Kantians and Kant should be included.
The research will apply methodology from the fields of philosophy, political theory, legal theory, and intellectual history. An interdisciplinary background in the above-mentioned fields is an advantage. The successful candidate is expected to produce three peer-reviewed articles or a monograph during the two-year period.
The position is available for a period of 2 years.
The candidate is expected to develop a project description, which must be submitted as a part of the application.
The successful candidates are expected to be based in Oslo during the project period, starting 1 April 2022. They will actively collaborate with the project’s team, and participate in the Practical Philosophy Group and other relevant departmental activities.
The main purpose of postdoctoral research fellowships is to qualify researchers for work in higher academic positions within their disciplines.
Requirements
PhD or equivalent academic qualifications with a specialization in philosophy, political theory, legal theory, intellectual history, or other areas if relevant for the project
The candidate's research project must be closely connected to Kantian Foundations of Democracy
Fluent oral and written communication skills in English
German language skills sufficient for analysing philosophical literature
Personal suitability and motivation for the position
The doctoral dissertation must be submitted for evaluation by the closing date. Appointment is dependent on the public defence of the doctoral thesis being approved.
In the evaluation of the applications, emphasis will be placed on:
The research project’s scientific merit and novelty, and its relevance for Kantian Foundations of Democracy
The applicant’s estimated academic and personal ability to carry out the project within the allotted time frame and to contribute to Kantian Foundations of Democracy
Good co-operative skills, and the ability to successfully join in academic collaboration within and across disciplines
In Vollzeit (100 % / 40 Wochenstunden) befristet bis zum 28.02.2025 zu besetzen.
Aufgaben: Durchführung von Forschungsprojekten auf den Gebieten der Theoretischen Philosophie. Durchführung von Lehraufgaben: Sie führen mindestens zwei Lehrveranstaltungen pro Semester auf den Gebieten der Theoretischen Philosophie durch und unterstützen den Lehrbetrieb an der Professur.Sie unterstützen den Arbeitsbereich bei laufenden Aufgaben in Forschung, Transfer und Selbstverwaltung sowie bei der Beantragung und Koordination von Drittmittelprojekten. Daneben wird erwartet, dass eine wissenschaftliche Qualifikation (Habilitation) angestrebt wird.
Ihr Profil:
Sie haben eine Promotion in Philosophie erfolgreich abgeschlossen. Sie besitzen vertiefte Kenntnisse auf einem oder mehreren Gebieten der Theoretischen Philosophie. Sie haben bereits einschlägige wissenschaftliche Veröffentlichungen auf einem oder mehreren Gebieten der Theoretischen Philosophie vorzuweisen. Sie besitzen didaktische Erfahrung und Freude am Lehren. Wünschenswert ist Erfahrung mit Drittmittelprojekten.
Vergütung nach den Bestimmungen des Tarifvertrages für den öffentlichen Dienst der Länder (TV-L) entsprechend den persönlichen Voraussetzungen nach Entgeltgruppe (13).
ie ausgeschriebene Stelle ist zunächst befristet auf die Dauer von drei Jahren. Eine Verlängerung ist grundsätzlich möglich.
Es handelt sich um eine Vollzeitstelle (40 Wochenstunden).
Schwerbehinderte Menschen werden bei gleicher Eignung, Befähigung und fachlicher Qualifikation bevorzugt berücksichtigt.
Senden Sie Ihre aussagekräftige schriftliche Bewerbung, gerne per E-Mail (eine PDF-Datei) unter Angabe der Registrier-Nummer 457/2021 bis zum 09.01.2022 an:
Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena Philosophische Fakultät
Institut für Philosophie Professur für Theoretische Philosophie Prof. Dr. Christoph Demmerling 07743 Jena
E-Mail: christoph [dot] demmerling [__at__] uni-jena [dot] de
The Edmond J. 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.
For the 2022-23 academic year, the Edmond J. Safra Center for Ethics will continue its focus on the theme of “A New Social Compact?” Variations in national responses to the pandemic; disparate experiments with technology, economic, and health policies; and conflicts over foundational political institutions have thrown into stark relief different conceptions of the social compact (a phrase we use loosely to refer to shared understandings of what members of societies believe they owe to each other) around the world. Myriad challenges--including challenges relating to education, climate and the natural environment, migration, new technologies, public health, elections, racial justice, and economic well-being--call us to revisit and evaluate existing conceptions of the social compact at both national and global levels. We ask, is it time for a new social compact?
We invite applications connected to any dimension of this broad field of inquiry. We see the nature of the questions raised and the challenges to be addressed as so multifaceted as to make this theme not very restrictive; however, in our usual fashion, we will also consider applications that fall outside the parameters of this thematic description. All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply. Priority will be given to early career scholars and practitioners.
More information and the link to the application form can be found here: https://ethics.harvard.edu/fellows-in-residence
The Edmond J. 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.
For the 2022-23 academic year, the Edmond J. Safra Center for Ethics will continue its focus on the theme of “A New Social Compact?” Variations in national responses to the pandemic; disparate experiments with technology, economic, and health policies; and conflicts over foundational political institutions have thrown into stark relief different conceptions of the social compact (a phrase we use loosely to refer to shared understandings of what members of societies believe they owe to each other) around the world. Myriad challenges--including challenges relating to education, climate and the natural environment, migration, new technologies, public health, elections, racial justice, and economic well-being--call us to revisit and evaluate existing conceptions of the social compact at both national and global levels. We ask, is it time for a new social compact?
We invite applications connected to any dimension of this broad field of inquiry. We see the nature of the questions raised and the challenges to be addressed as so multifaceted as to make this theme not very restrictive; however, in our usual fashion, we will also consider applications that fall outside the parameters of this thematic description. All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply. Priority will be given to early career scholars and practitioners.
More information and the link to the application form can be found here: https://ethics.harvard.edu/fellows-in-residence
Deux postes réguliers à temps complet :
• PHILOSOPHIE ANALYTIQUE
• PHILOSOPHIE POLITIQUE CONTEMPORAINE
Clôture des concours : 20 décembre 2021
Entrées en fonction : 1er juin 2022
Informations : www.fp.ulaval.ca/actualites/la-faculte-recrute
Deux postes réguliers à temps complet :
• PHILOSOPHIE ANALYTIQUE
• PHILOSOPHIE POLITIQUE CONTEMPORAINE
Clôture des concours : 20 décembre 2021
Entrées en fonction : 1er juin 2022
Informations : www.fp.ulaval.ca/actualites/la-faculte-recrute
Deux postes réguliers à temps complet :
• PHILOSOPHIE ANALYTIQUE
• PHILOSOPHIE POLITIQUE CONTEMPORAINE
Clôture des concours : 20 décembre 2021
Entrées en fonction : 1er juin 2022
Informations : www.fp.ulaval.ca/actualites/la-faculte-recrute
Die Philosophische Fakultät der Universität Freiburg (Schweiz) schreibt zur Neubesetzung eine Professur (open rank) für Mittelalterliche Philosophie (100-80%) aus.
Der/Die Bewerber/in verfügt über einen Doktortitel sowie eine Habilitation (oder gleichwertige Qualifikationen) im entsprechenden Referenzbereich. Er/Sie verfügt über die notwendigen wissenschaftlichen Kompetenzen zur Lehre und Betreuung von Arbeiten auf Bachelor- und Masterebene sowie von Dissertationen. Der/Die Bewerber/in ist auf dem betreffenden Fachgebiet international durch Publikationen ausgewiesen und verfügt über qualifizierte Erfahrung in der Hochschullehre. Er/Sie verpflichtet sich zur aktiven Mitarbeit im Departement für Philosophie, im Institut für Mediävistik sowie in der universitären Selbstverwaltung innerhalb der Philosophischen Fakultät. Über die Verpflichtungen in Forschung und Lehre hinaus wird die Kompetenz zur Leitung von Forschungsprojekten und zur Einwerbung von Drittmitteln erwartet.
Der/Die Bewerber/in ist auf dem Gebiet der mittelalterlichen Philosophie profiliert. Er/Sie verfügt über das nötige philosophische, philologische und historische Wissen, um in mittelalterlicher Philosophie vom 5. bis 15. Jahrhundert eine sowohl anspruchsvolle wie umfassende universitäre Ausbildung zu gewährleisten. Er/Sie bringt die Bereitschaft mit, sich mit Forschungsinitiativen innerhalb des Departements für Philosophie sowie innerhalb des Instituts für Mediävistik zu beteiligen. Geschätzt werden insbesondere Schwerpunktsetzungen, welche die Zusammenarbeit mit den anderen mediävistischen Disziplinen (Literatur, Geschichte und Kunstgeschichte) befördern können. Der/Die Bewerber/in entwickelt interdisziplinäre Forschungsperspektiven im Rahmen seiner Zusammenarbeit mit der Theologischen Fakultät und anderen Departementen und Instituten der Philosophischen Fakultät, sowie dem neugegründeten Institut für Renaissance und Neuzeit.
Am Freiburger Departement für Philosophie unterrichtet jede/r Stelleninhaber/in zu gleichen Anteilen auf Französisch und Deutsch. Der/Die Stelleninhaber/in muss in der Lage sein, in mindestens einer dieser beiden Sprachen das eigene Lehrdeputat absolvieren zu können, und verpflichtet sich, seine/ihre Kompetenzen in der anderen Sprache gegebenenfalls aufzubessern, um mittelfristig sowohl auf Französisch als auch auf Deutsch unterrichten zu können.
Stellenantritt: 1. September 2022 (oder nach Vereinbarung)
Bewerbungen sind bis zum 30. November 2021 in elektronischer Form (mit einem Download-Link für die Publikationen) beim Dekanat der Philosophischen Fakultät unter jobs-lettres [__at__] unifr [dot] ch einzureichen. Sie enthalten ein Curriculum Vitae, eine Publikationsliste, ein Verzeichnis der Forschungsprojekte und Lehrveranstaltungen, sowie fünf für das Profil einschlägige Publikationen als PDFs.
Die Universität Freiburg fördert eine ausgewogene Vertretung von Frauen und Männern. Bewerbungen von Frauen sind daher ausdrücklich erwünscht. Als Unterzeichnerin der DORA-Deklaration legt die Universität Freiburg Wert auf eine qualitative Bewertung der akademischen Leistungen.
Zusätzliche Auskünfte: Prof. Emmanuel Alloa, Universität Freiburg, Departement für Philosophie, Avenue de l’Europe 20, CH-1700 Fribourg (emmanuel[.]alloa[@]unifr[.]ch).
La Faculté des lettres et des sciences humaines de l’Université de Fribourg (Suisse) met au concours un poste de Professeur-e (open rank) en Philosophie médiévale (100-80%)
Le/La candidat-e est titulaire d’un doctorat et d’une habilitation ou de qualifications jugées équivalentes dans le domaine scientifique de référence. Il/Elle possède les compétences scientifiques requises pour enseigner et diriger des travaux au niveau Bachelor et Master ainsi que des thèses de Doctorat. Il/Elle devra assurer des enseignements aux niveaux BA et MA. Le/La candidat-e dispose de publications scientifiques de rayonnement international dans le domaine concerné et d’une expérience dans l’enseignement académique. Il/Elle s’engage à démontrer la volonté et la capacité de s’intégrer dans le Département de philosophie, dans l’Institut d’études médiévales et dans la Faculté des lettres et des sciences humaines, aux niveaux de l’enseignement, de la recherche et de l’administration, ainsi qu’à diriger des projets de recherche et à obtenir des moyens tiers.
Le/La candidat-e est spécialiste de la philosophie du Moyen Age. Il/Elle devra posséder les compétences philosophiques, philologiques et historiques nécessaires pour assurer un enseignement complet et de haut niveau scientifique portant sur la philosophie médiévale du Ve au XVe siècle. Il/Elle contribuera au développement de la recherche dans le cadre du Département de philosophie et de l’Institut d’études médiévales. En ce sens, un accent permettant de favoriser des collaborations avec les autres disciplines médiévales (études littéraires, histoire et histoire de l’art) serait un atout. Le/La candidat-e sera à même d’envisager des perspectives interdisciplinaires dans le cadre de sa collaboration avec la Faculté de théologie et avec d’autres départements et instituts de la Faculté des lettres et des sciences humaines, dont le nouvel Institut de la Renaissance et de l’époque moderne.
Au sein du Département de Philosophie à Fribourg, chaque titulaire enseigne à parts égales en français et en allemand. Le/La titulaire du poste devra être en mesure d’assurer l’enseignement dans au moins l’une des deux langues et s’engagera, le cas échéant, à parfaire ses connaissances dans l’autre afin d’assurer à moyen terme les enseignements en français comme en allemand.
L’entrée en fonction est fixée au 1er septembre 2022 (ou à convenir).
Le dossier de candidature sera muni des documents suivants : curriculum vitae, lettre de motivation, liste des publications, des projets de recherches et des expériences dans l’enseignement, et cinq publications en format pdf. Il sera adressé jusqu’au 30 novembre 2021 en format électronique (avec lien de téléchargement pour les publications) au Décanat de la Faculté des lettres et des sciences humaines à jobs-lettres [__at__] unifr [dot] ch.
Soucieuse de promouvoir une représentation équitable des femmes et des hommes, l’Université de Fribourg et la Commission d’appel encouragent vivement les candidatures féminines. En tant que signataire de la déclaration DORA, l’Université de Fribourg met l’accent sur une évaluation qualitative des résultats académiques.
Pour tout renseignement complémentaire, veuillez-vous adresser au Prof. Emmanuel Alloa, Département de philosophie, Université de Fribourg, Av. de l’Europe 20, 1700 Fribourg (Suisse). Courriel : emmanuel [dot] alloa [__at__] unifr [dot] ch