Jobs In Philosophy
The Amherst College Department of Philosophy invites applications for a one-year visiting assistant professorship in philosophy beginning July 1, 2012 with the possibility of renewal for one additional year. AOS: Social and Political Philosophy. We especially welcome applications from candidates who can teach courses in environmental philosophy. In addition to teaching two courses per semester, candidates will be expected to supervise senior honors projects and participate in the life of the department. Candidate must have the Ph.D. degree in hand or all requirements for the degree fulfilled by the start of the appointment. To apply, please submit as PDFs or Word documents to https://jobs.amherst.edu/view/opportunity/id/418 a CV, letter of application describing research and teaching interests, one writing sample (25 pages maximum), and the names and email addresses of three individuals to whom we may write to solicit recommendations.
Review of applications will begin March 15, 2012, and continue until the position is filled.
Amherst College is a private undergraduate liberal arts college for men and women, with 1,700 students and 200 faculty members. Located in the Connecticut River Valley of western Massachusetts, Amherst participates with Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith Colleges and the University of Massachusetts in the Five-College Consortium. Candidates should have a strong commitment to undergraduate and interdisciplinary teaching in a liberal arts context, and a well-articulated plan for sustained research.
Amherst College is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, persons of color, and persons with disabilities to apply. The College is committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration, and staff.
The Amherst College Department of Philosophy invites applications for a one-year visiting assistant professorship in philosophy beginning July 1, 2012. AOS: Ethics. In addition to teaching two courses per semester, candidates will be expected to supervise senior honors projects and participate in the life of the department. Candidate must have the Ph.D. degree in hand or all requirements for the degree fulfilled by the start of the appointment. To apply, please submit as PDFs or Word documents to https://jobs.amherst.edu/view/opportunity/id/417 a CV, letter of application describing research and teaching interests, one writing sample (25 pages maximum), and the names and e-mail addresses of three individuals to whom we may write to solicit recommendations.
Review of applications will begin March 15, 2012, and continue until the position is filled.
Amherst College is a private undergraduate liberal arts college for men and women, with 1,700 students and 200 faculty members. Located in the Connecticut River Valley of western Massachusetts, Amherst participates with Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith Colleges and the University of Massachusetts in the Five-College Consortium. Candidates should have a strong commitment to undergraduate and interdisciplinary teaching in a liberal arts context, and a well-articulated plan for sustained research.
Amherst College is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, persons of color, and persons with disabilities to apply. The College is committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration, and staff.
Postdoctoral position which involves teaching and research in the area of bioethics (broadly defined) with the Center for Bioethics at the University of South Carolina starting August 2012. The position is for 10.5 months with a salary of $36,000.
Duties of the position include: Conduct research in an area of the candidate's interest. Teach two courses per semester in the areas of health care ethics/bioethics/medical ethics during the Fall 2012 and Spring 2013 semesters (4 courses total). These will be taught in the Department of Philosophy. Topic, course numbers and enrollment will be assigned by the department chair. Assist the Director of the Center for Bioethics in organization and development of programs at the University of South Carolina and the Palmetto Health Alliance. This may include organization of workshops, grant writing, web page development, and work with hospital initiatives in quality, diversity, and/or administrative and organizational ethics.
Applications should be submitted electronically at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. A cover letter which includes a description of the candidate's research interest/s, curriculum vitae, and 3 letters of reference should also be included with the application.
For additional information regarding this position contact George P. Khushf, Director, Center for Bioethics, University of South Carolina (803) 777-0299.
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran status.
Starting date: 1 August 2012
Application deadline: 20 March 2012
Full Or Part Time: Full-Time
Central European University invites applications for a full-time junior position in the field of ethics. The position will be a joint appointment between the Department of Philosophy (2/3) and the newly founded School of Public Policy and International Affairs (1/3). Candidates must demonstrate excellence and strong commitment to research and teaching.
The candidates' research should be on some area in ethics. The successful applicant will be expected to teach graduate courses on central issues in ethics and metaethics, as well as courses on some field in applied ethics (for example bioethics, or environmental ethics, or the moral status of animals, etc.). The successful candidate should be able to develop and contribute to case studies at the School of Public Policy.
Central European University (CEU) is a graduate research-intensive university specializing primarily in the social sciences and humanities. It is located in Budapest, and accredited in the United States and Hungary. CEU’s mission is to promote academic excellence, state-of-the-art research, and civic engagement. CEU offers MA and PhD programs, and enrolls more than 1500 students from nearly 100 countries. The teaching staff consists of more than 140 resident faculty members from over 40 countries, and a large number of prominent visiting scholars from around the world. The language of instruction is English.
Duties and responsibilities:
Teaching graduate courses in ethics and applied ethics, and supervising MA and PhD theses in ethics, and normal administrative work at both departments and the University. The yearly teaching load is 12 credits (1 credit equals 12 classroom hours). The successful candidates will be expected to maintain an active research agenda and regularly publish in major professional journals.
Qualifications:
PhD by the time of starting employment.
Compensation:
An internationally competitive salary is offered commensurate with experience.
How to Apply:
Applications should include a cover letter, a statement of research plans, a CV, a list of publications, a writing sample, and the names and contact details of at least three referees.
Please send your complete application to positions [__at__] ceu [dot] hu including jobcode in subject line: 2012/010.
CEU is an equal opportunity employer.
Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore, invites applications for a tenure-track position in Writing and Reasoning at the Assistant Professor level. The successful applicant will be expected to teach critical analysis, high level writing skills and rhetoric and will encourage students to develop intellectual skills that are central to the development of their academic careers.
NTU is a research-intensive university (58th in 2011 QS World University Rankings) with globally acknowledged strengths in science and engineering as well as thriving programs in the humanities, arts, and social sciences. For the first three-years the appointee will teach primarily in the new University Scholars Programme, a high-level, multidisciplinary undergraduate programme. The teaching load is appropriate to that of a major research university (2/2). NTU is a rapidly growing university that is committed to a comprehensive educational experience in a multicultural environment. It offers highly competitive annual salaries and strong support for faculty research and publication, including grants for travel and conferences.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, research statement, teaching statement, writing sample, name and contact details of at least three referees, and personal particulars form (obtainable at http://www.ntu.edu.sg/ohr/Career/SubmitApplications/Pages/Faculty.aspx), via email to NOORITA [__at__] ntu [dot] edu [dot] sg. Complete applications should reach us by March 5, 2012.
Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin in August 2012. AOS: Ethics (broadly construed), AOC: Open.
NTU is a research-intensive university (58th in 2011 QS World University Rankings) with globally acknowledged strengths in science and engineering as well as thriving programs in the humanities, arts, and social sciences. It is now in its early stage of building a philosophy program (http://philosophy.hss.ntu.edu.sg/Pages/default.aspx). For the first three-years the appointee will teach primarily in the new University Scholars Programme, a high-level, multidisciplinary undergraduate programme. The teaching load is appropriate to that of a major research university (2/2). NTU is a rapidly growing university that is committed to a comprehensive educational experience in a multicultural environment. It offers highly competitive annual salaries and strong support for faculty research and publication, including grants for travel and conferences.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, research statement, teaching statement, writing sample, name and contact details of at least three referees, and personal particulars form (obtainable at http://www.ntu.edu.sg/ohr/Career/SubmitApplications/Pages/Faculty.aspx), via email to NOORITA [__at__] ntu [dot] edu [dot] sg. Complete applications should reach us by March 5, 2012.
Akademische Mitarbeiterstelle (postdoc position) at the University of Stuttgart, Chair for the Philosophy of Science and Technology
The University of Stuttgart has the aim of integrating engineering, natural sciences, humanities, and the social sciences to form a common profile. The re-staffed Chair for the Philosophy of Science and Technology plays a key role in this endeavor. Besides, it has the task to create a productive cooperation with the economic, cultural and political institutions of the city and the region as well as internationally.
SALARY
In accordance with German civil service pay scale TV-L E 13, starting at about EUR 39,000 per annum. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
DUTIES
The post will be attached to the new Chair for the Philosophy of Science and Technology, Professor Catrin Misselhorn. The successful candidate is expected to strengthen and/or complement the chair’s lines of research at the interface of philosophy with the sciences and humanities. The focus of the chair’s research in this area is going to be the relationship of philosophy, the sciences, and the humanities. The candidate will have a weekly teaching obligation at the Institute of Philosophy during term (2 classes a week à 90 mins each, there are two term periods per year, each lasting 15 weeks). Cooperation with the other members of the Institute with regard to administrative tasks will be expected. The candidate will have the opportunity to do independent research to acquire further academic qualifications, in particular a German "Habilitation" (second book) according to established rules.
FRAMEWORK
The duration of the position will be for 3 years initially. It can be extended for a further 2 years, up to a total of 5 years. The planned start date of the position is April 15, 2012. Later start dates are negotiable.
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants should hold a PhD in philosophy. Applicants nearing completion of their PhD can also be considered.
APPLICATION
Applications may be submitted in either English or German. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae (including a list of publications, talks, and teaching), a pdf file with 1 sample of their philosophical work, and a research proposal detailing a research project associated with the chair (not to exceed 3 pages without references). All documents should be submitted electronically (pdf) to Professor Misselhorn at: catrin [dot] misselhorn [__at__] philo [dot] uni-stuttgart [dot] de, subject: Mitarbeiter. Inquiries about the post should be directed via e-mail to Professor Misselhorn.
According to German law, severely disabled persons with equal occupational aptitude will be given preferential consideration.
The University of Stuttgart strives to promote equal opportunities in science. Qualified female candidates are thus strongly encouraged to apply.
Akademische Ratsstelle (postdoc position) at the University of Stuttgart, Chair for the Philosophy of Science and Technology
The University of Stuttgart has the aim of integrating engineering, natural sciences, humanities, and the social sciences to form a common profile. The re-staffed Chair for the Philosophy of Science and Technology plays a key role in this endeavor. Besides, it has the task to create a productive cooperation with the economic, cultural and political institutions of the city and the region as well as internationally.
SALARY
In accordance with German civil service pay scale A13, starting at about EUR 45,000 plus allowances. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
DUTIES
The post will be attached to the new Chair for the Philosophy of Science and Technology, Professor Catrin Misselhorn. The successful candidate is expected to strengthen and/or complement the chair’s lines of research at the interface of philosophy with sciences and engineering. The chair's new focus of research is going to be at the intersection of AI, robotics, the philosophy of mind and the neurosciences. The candidate will have a weekly teaching obligation at the Institute of Philosophy during term (2 classes a week à 90 mins each, there are two term periods per year, each lasting 15 weeks). Cooperation with the other members of the Institute with regard to administrative tasks will be expected. The candidate will have the opportunity to do independent research to acquire further academic qualifications, in particular a German "Habilitation" (second book) according to established rules.
FRAMEWORK
The duration of the position will be for 3 years initially. It can be extended for a further 3 years, up to a total of 6 years. The planned start date of the position is April 15, 2012. Later start dates are negotiable.
REQUIREMENTs
Applicants should hold a PhD in philosophy. Candidates with a PhD in a related area (like Cognitive Science or STS) may apply if they have a strong philosophical background.
APPLICATION
Applications may be submitted in either English or German. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae (including a list of publications, talks, and teaching), a pdf file with 1 sample of their philosophical work, and a research proposal detailing a research project associated with the chair (not to exceed 3 pages without references). All documents should be submitted electronically (pdf) to Professor Misselhorn at: catrin [dot] misselhorn [__at__] philo [dot] uni-stuttgart [dot] de, subject: Rat. Inquiries about the post should be directed via e-mail to Professor Misselhorn.
According to German law, severely disabled persons with equal occupational aptitude will be given preferential consideration.
The University of Stuttgart strives to promote equal opportunities in science. Qualified female candidates are thus strongly encouraged to apply.
The Institute of Philosophy invites applications for a University Professorship in Philosophy of the Social Sciences and Social Philosophy, Salary Scale W2 BBesO, to be appointed as of the earliest possible date.
Within the newly formed Institute of Philosophy, which is focused on philosophy of science, the professor to be appointed will represent philosophy of the social sciences and social philosophy in a broad sense. This includes teaching obligations as part of the University’s teacher training programme for “Philosophie” and “Werte und Normen” (Gymnasium) and “Philosophy” as a minor subject. An additional focus on philosophy of the humanities is desirable. It is expected that the successful candidate will collaborate across the subject areas in research and teaching and contribute to the successful development and implementation of new degree programmes. As the successful candidate will be responsible for subject didactics, appropriate prior experience is requested. It is expected that the successful candidate will have a proven track record in securing external funding and an appropriate network of contacts internationally.
Part-time employment is possible.
The general tasks, responsibilities and required qualification for employment are specified in the Higher Education Act of Niedersachsen (NHG). Information on specific aspects will be supplied upon request.
As an equal opportunities employer, Leibniz Universität Hannover intends to promote women in the context of statutory requirements. For this reason suitably qualified women are specifically invited to apply.
Equally qualified applicants with disabilities will be given preferential treatment.
Applications from international candidates are highly encouraged.
Leibniz Universität Hannover places great value on an international orientation of teaching and research, with a special emphasis on the intensive supervision and support of students and involvement of the university in the Region Hannover and in Niedersachsen. In order to promote this, the faculty expects the successful candidate to centre his/her life in the Region Hannover.
Applicants 50 years old or older at the date of appointment and who do not hold a civil servant status qualify only for employee status.
Please send your application with the usual documents and papers by 08.03.2012 to the
Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Universität Hannover
Dekan der Philosophischen Fakultät
Schloßwender Straße 1
D - 30159 Hannover
For further information, please contact Herr Prof. Dr. Paul Hoyningen-Huene , Tel. +49 511 762 -5151 , E-mail hoyningen [__at__] ww [dot] uni-hannover [dot] de who will be pleased to assist.
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Normative Theory
University of Toronto
Applications are invited for a postdoctoral fellowship to be held at the University of Toronto Centre for Ethics during the 2012-13 academic year. We welcome candidates with substantial normative research interests from diverse backgrounds including philosophy, law, and the social sciences. We are especially interested in candidates with expertise in theories of distributive justice, moral psychology, or ethics in cross-cultural perspective, but we welcome all applicants with a strong interest in normative theory.
The successful candidate will also teach two single-semester courses for Trinity College, interact with undergraduates in the College’s Ethics, Society and Law Program, participate in the seminar and workshop series at the Centre for Ethics, and help to develop an inter-disciplinary ethics community across campus. The appointment term is from July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2013, at a combined research and teaching stipend of $40,000 per year. Applicants must have completed all requirements for their PhD by June 30, 2012. Candidates must also be no more than 3 years from the awarding of their degree, and cannot have accepted or hold a tenure-track position.
Applicants should submit a cover letter of application, a current CV, and a sample of written work to:
Rose Jones,
Assistant to the Director,
Centre for Ethics
University of Toronto
6 Hoskin Ave., Toronto, ON
Canada, M5S 1H8
Applicants should arrange to have three confidential letters of reference sent to the address above, or by email to ethics [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca. At least one of the reference letters should speak to the applicant's teaching experience and ability. Any additional inquiries may be addressed to Rose Jones. Complete applications received by March 31, 2012 will be given priority; however, the position will remain open until filled.
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from women, members of visible minority groups, Aboriginal persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.