Assistant Professor - Political Philosophy or History of Modern Philosophy

The Canadian Philosophical Association; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Toronto seeks an Assistant Professor specializing in Political Philosophy or History of Modern Philosophy. This full-time role focuses on innovative research and teaching excellence. Candidates must hold a PhD and demonstrate a commitment to equity and diversity. The application deadline is November 3, 2025, with a start date anticipated on July 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching.
• Publications in top-ranked journals or forthcoming high-quality work.
• Strong research statement and conference presentations required.

Responsibilities

• Pursue innovative and independent research.
• Establish an externally funded research program.
• Contribute to teaching and supervision within the department.

Skills

Research excellence

Teaching excellence

Commitment to equity and diversity

Education

PhD in Philosophy or closely related field

Job description

Overview

Assistant Professor - Political Philosophy or History of Modern Philosophy

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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 must specialize in either Political Philosophy or in an area of the History of Modern Philosophy. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research and to establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program.

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier (with required materials outlined below) submitted as part of the application, as well as strong letters of reference. The candidate should show a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and to promoting a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

Responsibilities: Pursue innovative and independent research and establish a competitive, externally funded research program; contribute to teaching and supervision within the department; participate in graduate teaching and supervision as appropriate at UTSC and the tri-campus Graduate Department of Philosophy.

Qualifications: PhD in Philosophy or closely related field by start date or shortly thereafter; specialization in Political Philosophy or History of Modern Philosophy; evidence of research excellence (publications in top-ranked journals or forthcoming high-quality work, a strong research statement, conference presentations, awards, and endorsements from referees); evidence of teaching excellence through teaching dossier and reference letters; demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and a respectful academic environment.

Campus and Department Context

The University of Toronto has three campuses—St. George, Scarborough, and Mississauga—each with its own Department of Philosophy. The advertised position is at the Scarborough Campus. The Tri-Campus Graduate Department of Philosophy is widely recognized as Canada’s best and most comprehensive philosophy department and an international leader in the field. Graduate teaching and supervision typically take place on the St. George campus. More information is available at the Department of Philosophy website: www.philosophy.utoronto.ca.

How to Apply

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online. Documents to submit include:

• A cover letter
• A current curriculum vitae
• A research statement outlining current and future research interests
• A recent writing sample
• A teaching dossier (including a strong teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations)

Applicants must provide the names and contact information of three referees. The University of Toronto’s recruiting tool will solicit letters of reference automatically within 48 hours after submission. Referees should submit letters on letterhead, dated and signed, by the closing date. Details are available in the candidate FAQ.

Submission guidelines (in PDF) and file formatting: visit the online application page. CV and cover letter should be uploaded in the dedicated fields. Combine additional materials into one or two PDF or MS Word files. For questions about the position, contact Jason Ferreira at [e-mail].

The following elements must be submitted online (in PDF format) by the closing date:

• A research dossier containing a statement outlining current and future research interests and a recent piece of academic writing, in a file labelled “ApplicantLastName research.pdf”
• A teaching dossier (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; Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity and Accessibility

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces diversity and is building a culture of belonging. 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 the application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. Participation is voluntary. Any information is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, see the Diversity and Inclusion page.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community and is committed to accessibility in recruitment, assessment and selection processes. We provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please contact [e-mail].

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