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UNIVERSITY of MISSOURI-KANSAS CITY
SCHOOL of HUMANITIES and SOCIAL SCIENCES
Department of Political Science and Philosophy
The School of Humanities and Social Sciences offers a broad and diverse educational experience for students interested in the arts, humanities, and social sciences. Analyzing ideas and human experiences from a wide variety of perspectives prepares students for careers in government, law, education, communication, digital media, political organizations and more. The school offers a wide range of coursework that suits the specific needs of students seeking professional careers or those wanting to further their academic studies.
The Department of Political Science and Philosophy provides a world-class education with accessible and engaged faculty. We are committed to our undergraduate degree courses and programs, guided by cutting-edge research. The Philosophy program offers a major and a minor, in addition to an Ethics Certificate. Learn more about the department here: https://shss.umkc.edu/areas-of-study/political-science-and-philosophy/.
Job Description
The University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor of Philosophy. The successful applicant will teach courses that support the Philosophy major/minor, the Ethics Certificate, and the UMKC Essentials general education program, reflecting their strong training and expertise in critical thinking and ethical inquiry. In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will oversee and grow the Ethics Certificate through student recruitment, course development with our interdisciplinary partners, and community outreach and engagement. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible, renewable, 9-month contract to begin Fall Semester 2026. This faculty position provides opportunity for ranked non-tenure track promotion.
The search committee will prioritize candidates with demonstrated excellence in teaching and student mentorship. Candidates with experience teaching ethics, critical thinking, and/or general education courses are especially welcome, as are those with the ability to guide ethical inquiry through texts, media, or other materials that are approachable, engaging, and meaningful for students. Candidates may also highlight experience with courses in logic and scientific reasoning, and civic and urban engagement. Candidates with prior experience in curriculum development and program or certificate coordination are encouraged to apply. Candidates with at least two years of teaching experience are strongly preferred. We seek a long-term colleague who will contribute to UMKC’s mission as a student-centered, urban research university committed to bringing cultural, social, health, and economic prosperity to the metropolitan, regional, and global communities we serve.
Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Philosophy or a closely related field is required by August 1, 2026.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Compensation is commensurate with rank, qualifications/credentials, instructional experience and fields of demonstrated excellence.
Our academic schedules and workload provide for a positive work/life balance.
Application Materials
For consideration you must complete the online application electronically at https://info.umkc.edu/hr/careers/academic-positions. Click on Academic Positions, Job Opening 59063.
Complete applications must include:
a cover letter of no more than 2 pages addressing the applicant’s academic training and relevant teaching experiences,
a curriculum vitae
a teaching portfolio (including a teaching statement, at least one recent syllabus, and sample evaluations).
All application materials should be combined into one PDF or Microsoft Word document with a maximum size of 11 MB and uploaded as your resume attachment. Please limit the document name to 50 characters and do not include any special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).
Please also arrange for three official letters of professional reference to be sent to the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Bruce Bubacz (bubaczb [__at__] umkc [dot] edu). Where possible, we request that the letters address the applicant’s teaching.
If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email umpshrsupport [__at__] umsystem [dot] edu .
For questions about the position, please contact: Dr. Bruce Bubacz (bubaczb [__at__] umkc [dot] edu).
Reasonable accommodations may be requested during the application and recruitment process. If you need an accommodation, please contact the Office of Affirmative Action at (816) 235-1323.
We will contact references and request educational transcripts for applicants who progress to the finalist stage. A Criminal Background Check is required for hire.
Application Deadline
Initial review of applications will begin on April 1, 2026 and continue until a qualified candidate is identified.
Other Information
UMKC is a public, urban, Carnegie R1 rated research university, located in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri. A part of the University of Missouri System, UMKC has over 125 academic areas across 10 schools and two campuses. UMKC has an increasingly diverse student population, enrolling students from 50 states and 80+ countries. UMKC’s faculty are leaders in their fields and exceptionally committed teachers. With a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, professors have the opportunity to build and maintain meaningful connections with students. UMKC strives to connect campus and community through service learning and community focused scholarship. Non-tenure-track faculty are highly valued at UMKC, involved in faculty governance, receive teaching support (including internal grants and awards), and are eligible for many of the same benefits as tenure-track and tenured faculty.
Community Information
Kansas City is a diverse and vibrant community that sits on the western edge of Missouri, with a metropolitan area of over 2 million people. It is consistently ranked in US News’ Top 100 places to live and is known for its affordability, rapidly growing economy, and its thriving music, art, and food scenes. Our beautiful state has rolling hills, rivers, lakes, and long bike/hiking trails for those that enjoy time in the great outdoors. Kansas City offers something for everyone! https://www.visitkc.com/ .
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.
THIS POSTING HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO THE NEW CLOSING DATE OF MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2026.
The Department of Philosophy and the Department of Computer and Mathematical Sciences at the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) invite applications for a three-year full-time contractually limited term appointment (CLTA) in the Ethics and Philosophy of Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence. This will be a joint appointment between the Department of Philosophy (51%) and the Department of Computer and Mathematical Sciences (49%). The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026 and an end date of June 30, 2029.
Applicants must have earned a PhD degree in Philosophy or a closely related field by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching. Applicants for this position must specialize in an area of Philosophy that concerns or connects substantially with the ethics or philosophy of information technology, including artificial intelligence. We seek candidates whose teaching interests complement and enhance the existing strengths of the Department of Philosophy and the Department of Computer and Mathematical Sciences. Candidates must have teaching experience in a degree-granting program, including lecture preparation and delivery, curriculum development, and development of course material/lectures. Additionally, candidates must possess a demonstrated commitment to excellent pedagogical inquiry and a demonstrated interest in teaching-related scholarly activities. The candidate must demonstrate excellence in teaching both Philosophy students and technical audiences, such as Computer Science students.
Evidence of excellence in teaching and a commitment to excellent pedagogical inquiry can be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, awards and accolades, presentations at significant conferences, the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application (with required materials outlined below) as well as strong letters of reference. The writing sample, teaching dossier, and letters of reference, should give evidence of excellent expository, organizational, and interpersonal skills and the requisite expertise in a relevant area of Philosophy.
The salary range is $115,000 to $135,000 CAD per annum, depending on experience. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.
The University of Toronto has three campuses, St. George, Scarborough, and Mississauga, each with its own undergraduate programs. The advertised position is at the Scarborough Campus.
The University of Toronto is an international leader in research and education in both Philosophy and Computer Science. The successful candidate will work with both of these departments, and will join ongoing collaborative projects between the two departments. For more information about the Department of Philosophy at the University of Toronto Scarborough, and tri-campus Philosophy at the University of Toronto, please visit www.philosophy.utoronto.ca. For more information about the Department of Computer and Mathematical Sciences at University of Toronto Scarborough, please visit https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/cms/.
All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a recent writing sample; and a complete teaching dossier which includes a teaching statement, sample syllabi and course materials, and teaching evaluations.
Applicants must provide the name and contact information of at least three references. The University of Toronto’s recruiting tool will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference from each referee within 48 hours after an application is submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that references submit recent letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. At least one reference letter must primarily address the candidate’s teaching. 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 any questions about this position, please contact Jason Ferreira at jason [dot] ferreira [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca.
All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by February 23, 2026.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Diversity Statement
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.
Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft [dot] careers [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca.
The Department of Philosophy and the Department of Computer and Mathematical Sciences at the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) invite applications for a three-year full-time contractually limited term appointment (CLTA) in the Ethics and Philosophy of Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence. This will be a joint appointment between the Department of Philosophy (51%) and the Department of Computer and Mathematical Sciences (49%). The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026 and an end date of June 30, 2029.
Applicants must have earned a PhD degree in Philosophy or a closely related field by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching. Applicants for this position must specialize in an area of Philosophy that concerns or connects substantially with the ethics or philosophy of information technology, including artificial intelligence. We seek candidates whose teaching interests complement and enhance the existing strengths of the Department of Philosophy Opens a new window and the Department of Computer and Mathematical Sciences Opens a new window . Candidates must have teaching experience in a degree-granting program, including lecture preparation and delivery, curriculum development, and development of course material/lectures. Additionally, candidates must possess a demonstrated commitment to excellent pedagogical inquiry and a demonstrated interest in teaching-related scholarly activities. The candidate must demonstrate excellence in teaching both Philosophy students and technical audiences, such as Computer Science students.
Evidence of excellence in teaching and a commitment to excellent pedagogical inquiry can be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, awards and accolades, presentations at significant conferences, the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application (with required materials outlined below) as well as strong letters of reference. The writing sample, teaching dossier, and letters of reference, should give evidence of excellent expository, organizational, and interpersonal skills and the requisite expertise in a relevant area of Philosophy.
The salary range is $115,000 to $135,000 CAD per annum, depending on experience. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.
The University of Toronto has three campuses, St. George, Scarborough, and Mississauga, each with its own undergraduate programs. The advertised position is at the Scarborough Campus.
The University of Toronto is an international leader in research and education in both Philosophy and Computer Science. The successful candidate will work with both of these departments, and will join ongoing collaborative projects between the two departments. For more information about the Department of Philosophy at the University of Toronto Scarborough, and tri-campus Philosophy at the University of Toronto, please visit www.philosophy.utoronto.ca Opens a new window . For more information about the Department of Computer and Mathematical Sciences at University of Toronto Scarborough, please visit https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/cms/ Opens a new window .
All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a recent writing sample; and a complete teaching dossier which includes a teaching statement, sample syllabi and course materials, and teaching evaluations.
Applicants must provide the name and contact information of at least three references. The University of Toronto’s recruiting tool will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference from each referee within 48 hours after an application is submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that references submit recent letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. At least one reference letter must primarily address the candidate’s teaching. More details on the automatic reference letter collection, including timelines, are available in the candidate FAQ Opens a new window .
Submission guidelines can be found at http://uoft.me/how-to-apply Opens a new window . 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 any questions about this position, please contact Jason Ferreira at jason [dot] ferreira [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca.
All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by February 16, 2026.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Diversity Statement
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.
Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft [dot] careers [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca.
La Faculté de philosophie de l’Université Laval souhaite combler un poste de professeure ou professeur régulier au rang d’adjointe ou d’adjoint en philosophie européenne des 20e et 21e siècles.
La personne titulaire de ce poste à temps plein assumera des enseignements réguliers aux trois cycles de la formation universitaire à la Faculté de philosophie dans le champ de la philosophie européenne des 20e et 21e siècles (philosophie continentale). Les domaines suivants seront considérés comme complémentaires au sein de la Faculté, sans être un critère principal d’embauche : philosophie des sciences humaines, philosophie de la technique, philosophie féministe, théorie critique, esthétique. Une solide connaissance de la phénoménologie allemande ou française contemporaine sera considérée comme un atout. La personne retenue contribuera par ses publications au développement de la recherche et devra encadrer des travaux de maîtrise et de doctorat en philosophie européenne des 20e et 21e siècles. Elle devra aussi participer aux activités universitaires et administratives de l’unité de rattachement.
Date d'entrée en fonction : 1er juillet 2026
Faire parvenir en version numérisée à monsieur Pierre-Olivier Méthot, Doyen, à decanat [__at__] fp [dot] ulaval [dot] ca :
Une lettre de présentation;
Un curriculum vitae;
Un dossier de recherche comprenant un bref projet de recherche (2 pages maximum) et une copie d’une publication récente;
Un dossier d’enseignement comprenant un syllabus de cours et une copie d’évaluation d’enseignement (si disponible);
Une copie des relevés de notes et des diplômes universitaires;
Trois lettres de recommandation (transmises par les personnes répondantes).
Les étapes du recrutement, pour les dossiers retenus, incluent une entrevue (par visioconférence) et une conférence publique (en présence) au printemps 2026.
La Faculté de philosophie de l’Université Laval souhaite combler un poste de professeure ou professeur régulier au rang d’adjointe ou d’adjoint en philosophie de l'environnement.
La personne titulaire de ce poste à temps plein assumera des enseignements réguliers aux trois cycles de la formation universitaire à la Faculté de philosophie dans le champ décrit. Elle contribuera par ses publications au développement de la recherche en philosophie de l'environnement et devra encadrer des travaux de maîtrise et de doctorat dans ce domaine. La personne retenue sera appelée à travailler dans un contexte interdisciplinaire, notamment en collaborant avec l’Institut en environnement, développement et société (EDS) et l’Institut d’éthique appliquée (IDÉA). Elle pourra également être appelée à dispenser des cours hors-facultaires en philosophie de l'environnement. La personne devra participer aux activités universitaires et administratives de l’unité de rattachement.
Date d'entrée en fonction : 1er juillet 2026
Faire parvenir en version numérisée à monsieur Pierre-Olivier Méthot, Doyen, à decanat [__at__] fp [dot] ulaval [dot] ca :
Une lettre de présentation (2 pages maximum);
Un curriculum vitae;
Un dossier de recherche comprenant un bref projet de recherche (2 pages maximum) et une copie d’une publication récente;
Un dossier d’enseignement comprenant un syllabus de cours et une copie d’évaluation d’enseignement (si disponible);
Une copie des relevés de notes et des diplômes universitaires;
Trois lettres de recommandation (transmises par les personnes répondantes).
Les étapes du recrutement, pour les dossiers retenus, incluent une entrevue (par visioconférence) et une conférence publique (en présence) au printemps 2026.
The Department of Philosophy at the University of Toronto at Mississauga invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in one or more of the LEMM areas: Language, Epistemology, Mind, Metaphysics. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026.
Candidates must have earned a PhD degree in Philosophy or a closely related field by the time of the appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research at the highest international level and to establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program.
Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence which can be demonstrated by a record of publications in top-ranked and field relevant journals or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, and strong endorsements from referees of high standing.
Evidence of excellence in teaching will be provided through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier (with required materials outlined below) submitted as part of the application, as well as strong letters of reference.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The University of Toronto has three campuses, Mississauga, St. George, and Scarborough, each with its own Department of Philosophy offering undergraduate programs. The advertised position is on the Mississauga campus. The Graduate Department of Philosophy at the University of Toronto is a tri-campus department, consisting of philosophy faculty appointed on all three campuses. Graduate teaching and supervision typically take place on the St. George campus.
The tri-campus Graduate Department of Philosophy at the University of Toronto is widely recognized as Canada’s best and most comprehensive philosophy department and as an international leader in the field. The University of Toronto offers the opportunity to teach, conduct research, and live in one of the most diverse and cosmopolitan cities in the world.
At University of Toronto at Mississauga, we are committed to fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion. With an enviable diverse student body, we especially welcome applications from candidates who identify as Indigenous, Black, or racially visible (persons of colour), and who have experience working with, teaching or mentoring diverse groups or students. Candidates must demonstrate, in their application materials, an ability to foster diversity on campus and within the curriculum or discipline, and must show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial environment. Candidates should submit a statement describing their contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, which might cover topics such as (but not limited to): teaching that incorporates a focus on underrepresented communities; efforts undertaken to develop inclusive pedagogies, collaboration, and engagement with underrepresented communities; and mentoring of students from underrepresented groups. If you have questions about this statement, please contact Professor Gurpreet Rattan at chair [dot] philosophy [dot] utm [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca.
All qualified candidates are invited to apply by clicking on the link below. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a research statement outlining current and future research interests; two recent writing samples; a teaching dossier to include a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations; and an EDI statement as outlined above.
The following elements of the application must be submitted online (in pdf format only) by November 3, 2025:
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, 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”;
An EDI statement.
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 within 48 hours after an application is submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that references 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. For more information about the University of Toronto at Mississauga and tri-campus Departments of Philosophy please visit our website at www.philosophy.utoronto.ca. If you have questions about this position, please contact Eden Finer at phl [dot] admin [dot] utm [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca.
All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by November 3, 2025.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Diversity Statement
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.
Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft [dot] careers [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca.
The Department of Philosophy at the University of Toronto at Mississauga invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in the Language, Epistemology, Mind, Metaphysics (LEMM) areas of philosophy. The appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026.
Applicants must have earned a PhD degree in Philosophy or a closely related field with a clearly demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths. Candidates will have an established international reputation and will be expected to sustain and lead innovative and independent research, and to maintain an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program. The successful candidate’s research will focus on one or more of the LEMM areas.
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, awards and accolades, and other noteworthy activities that contribute to the candidate’s visibility and prominence in the discipline, as well as strong endorsements from referees of high standing.
The successful candidate is expected to strengthen the undergraduate education and tri-campus graduate education (see below) in one or more of the LEMM areas of philosophy.
Evidence of excellence in teaching and experience in research supervision will be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application (with required materials outlined below), as well as strong letters of reference.
Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The University of Toronto has three campuses, Mississauga, St. George, and Scarborough, each with its own Department of Philosophy offering undergraduate programs. The advertised position is on the Mississauga campus. The Graduate Department of Philosophy at the University of Toronto is a tri-campus department, consisting of philosophy faculty appointed on all three campuses. Graduate teaching and supervision typically take place on the St. George campus.
The tri-campus Graduate Department of Philosophy at the University of Toronto is widely recognized as Canada’s best and most comprehensive philosophy department and as an international leader in the field. The University of Toronto offers the opportunity to teach, conduct research, and live in one of the most diverse and cosmopolitan cities in the world.
At University of Toronto at Mississauga, we are committed to fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion. With an enviable diverse student body, we especially welcome applications from candidates who identify as Indigenous, Black, or racially visible (persons of colour), and who have experience working with, teaching or mentoring diverse groups or students. Candidates must demonstrate, in their application materials, an ability to foster diversity on campus and within the curriculum or discipline, and must show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial environment. Candidates should submit a statement describing their contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, which might cover topics such as (but not limited to): teaching that incorporates a focus on underrepresented communities; efforts undertaken to develop inclusive pedagogies, collaboration, and engagement with underrepresented communities; and mentoring of students from underrepresented groups. If you have questions about this statement, please contact Professor Gurpreet Rattan at chair [dot] philosophy [dot] utm [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca.
All qualified candidates are invited to apply by clicking on the link below. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a research statement outlining current and future research interests; two recent writing samples; a teaching dossier to include a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations; and an EDI statement as outlined above.
The following elements of the application must be submitted online (in pdf format only) by November 3, 2025:
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, 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”;
An EDI statement.
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 within 48 hours after an application is submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that references 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. For more information about the University of Toronto at Mississauga and tri-campus Departments of Philosophy please visit our website at www.philosophy.utoronto.ca. If you have questions about this position, please contact Eden Finer at phl [dot] admin [dot] utm [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca.
All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by November 3, 2025.
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.
Diversity Statement
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.
Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft [dot] careers [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca.
The Department of Philosophy at the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in Political Philosophy or History of Modern Philosophy. The appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026.
Candidates must have earned a PhD degree in Philosophy or a closely related field, with a clearly demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. Applicants for this position must specialize in either Political Philosophy or in an area of the History of Modern Philosophy. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths. Candidates will have an established international reputation and will be expected to sustain and lead innovative and independent research, 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, 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.
Candidates 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.
The University of Toronto has three campuses, St. George, Scarborough, and Mississauga, each with its own Department of Philosophy offering undergraduate programs. The advertised position is at the Scarborough Campus. The Graduate Department of Philosophy at the University of Toronto is a tri-campus department, consisting of philosophy faculty appointed on all three campuses. Graduate teaching and supervision typically take place on the St. George campus.
The Tri-Campus Graduate Department of Philosophy at the University of Toronto is widely recognized as Canada’s best and most comprehensive philosophy department and as an international leader in the field. The University of Toronto offers the opportunity to teach, conduct research and live in one of the most diverse and cosmopolitan cities in the world.
For more information about the Department of Philosophy at the University of Toronto Scarborough and the Tri-Campus Graduate Department of Philosophy please visit our website at www.philosophy.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; a recent writing sample; and a teaching dossier to include a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations. Candidates may be asked for additional samples of writing later in the search process.
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 within 48 hours after an application is submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that references submit recent 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 any questions about this position, please contact Jason Ferreira at jason [dot] ferreira [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca.
The following elements of the application must be submitted online (in PDF format only) by the closing date:
A cover letter in a file labelled “ApplicantLastName cover letter.pdf”;
A current curriculum vitae in a file labelled “ApplicantLastName CV.pdf”;
A research dossier containing a statement outlining current and future research interests and a recent piece of academic writing, combined in a file labelled “ApplicantrLastName research.pdf”;
A teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations) in a file labelled “ApplicantLastName teaching.pdf”.
All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by November 3, 2025.
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.
Diversity Statement
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.
Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft [dot] careers [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca.
The Department of Philosophy at the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in Political Philosophy or History of Modern Philosophy. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026.
Candidates must have earned a PhD degree in Philosophy or a closely related field by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. Applicants for this position must specialize in either Political Philosophy or in an area of the History of Modern Philosophy. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research and to establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program.
Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence which can be demonstrated by a record of publications in top-ranked and field relevant journals or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, and strong endorsements from referees of high standing.
Evidence of excellence in teaching will be provided through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier (with required materials outlined below) submitted as part of the application, as well as strong letters of reference.
Candidates 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 will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The University of Toronto has three campuses, St. George, Scarborough, and Mississauga, each with its own Department of Philosophy offering undergraduate programs. The advertised position is at the Scarborough Campus. The Graduate Department of Philosophy at the University of Toronto is a tri-campus department, consisting of philosophy faculty appointed on all three campuses. Graduate teaching and supervision typically take place on the St. George campus.
The Tri-Campus Graduate Department of Philosophy at the University of Toronto is widely recognized as Canada’s best and most comprehensive philosophy department and as an international leader in the field. The University of Toronto offers the opportunity to teach, conduct research and live in one of the most diverse and cosmopolitan cities in the world.
For more information about the Department of Philosophy at the University of Toronto Scarborough and the Tri-Campus Graduate Department of Philosophy please visit our website at www.philosophy.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; a recent writing sample; and a teaching dossier to include a strong teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations. Candidates may be asked for additional samples of writing later in the search process.
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 within 48 hours after an application is submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that referees submit recent 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 any questions about this position, please contact Jason Ferreira at jason [dot] ferreira [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca.
The following elements of the application must be submitted online (in PDF format only) by the closing date:
A cover letter in a file labelled “ApplicantLastName cover letter.pdf”;
A current curriculum vitae in a file labelled “ApplicantLastName CV.pdf”;
A research dossier containing a statement outlining current and future research interests and a recent piece of academic writing, combined in a file labelled “ApplicantLastName research.pdf”;
A teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations) in a file labelled “ApplicantLastName teaching.pdf”.
All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by November 3, 2025.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Diversity Statement
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.
Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft [dot] careers [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca.
Date Posted: 08/08/2025
Closing Date: 10/07/2025, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 43546
Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (continuing)
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Faculty of Arts & Science
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Description:
The Faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in the area of Chinese Thought and Culture. The appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026. The successful candidate will also be eligible to be named the Richard Charles and Esther Yewpick Lee Chair in Chinese Thought and Culture. This endowed chair appointment would be for a five-year term and is renewable following a favourable review. The successful candidate will be appointed to the Department of East Asian Studies, the Department of Philosophy, or the Department for the Study of Religion (or hold a joint appointment in two of the three units).
Applicants must have earned a PhD degree in East Asian Studies, Philosophy, Religious Studies, or a closely related field, and have demonstrated an exceptional record of excellence in research and teaching, with experience in research supervision. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and strengthen our existing strengths in one or more of these departments, relative to Chinese thought and culture. Candidates will have an established international reputation and will be expected to sustain and lead innovative and independent research at the highest international level in areas engaging Chinese philosophy, religion, and/or culture.
Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence as demonstrated by a record of sustained high-impact contributions and publications in top-ranked and field-relevant venues, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, distinguished awards and accolades for innovative work, other noteworthy activities that contribute to the visibility and prominence of the discipline, such as public scholarship, and strong endorsement by referees of high international standing.
The successful candidate is expected to strengthen the Faculty of Arts & Science’s undergraduate and graduate education in the areas of Chinese philosophy, religion, and/or culture. Evidence of excellence in teaching and experience in research supervision will be demonstrated through the teaching dossier, including a statement of teaching philosophy, teaching evaluations, and sample course materials submitted as part of the application.
Equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to academic excellence as articulated in University of Toronto’s Statement on Equity, Diversity and Excellence. We seek candidates who share these values and who demonstrate throughout the application materials their commitment and efforts to advance equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.
Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
For more information about the Faculty of Arts & Science please visit the website at www.artsci.utoronto.ca. For more information about the Departments of East Asian Studies, Philosophy, and Study of Religion see: www.eas.utoronto.ca; www.philosophy.utoronto.ca; www.religion.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 which includes a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations.
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 within 48 hours after an application is submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that references submit recent 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 any questions about this position, please contact acadhr [dot] artsci [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca.
All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by October 7, 2025.
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.
Diversity Statement
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.
Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft [dot] careers [__at__] utoronto [dot] ca.