Ethics & Tech Philosophy - Teaching Stream Asst Prof(IT/AI)

Department of Philosophy and Department of Computer and Mathematical Sciences, University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor in the Ethics & Philosophy of Technology (IT & AI) for a contractually limited term appointment. The successful candidate will have a PhD in Philosophy and a strong record of teaching excellence. They will be responsible for developing and delivering courses that connect ethical principles with information technology and AI, participating in pedagogical research, and contributing to collaborative projects within the departments of Philosophy and Computer Science.

Qualifications

• Must have a PhD in Philosophy or a related field by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching is mandatory.
• Candidates must have teaching experience in a degree-granting program.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses related to the ethics and philosophy of technology and artificial intelligence.
• Develop course materials and conduct curriculum development.
• Participate in pedagogical inquiry and teaching-related scholarly activities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Expository skills

Interpersonal skills

Curriculum development

Philosophy of technology

Education

PhD in Philosophy or closely related field

Job description

A leading Canadian university is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor in the Ethics & Philosophy of Technology (IT & AI) for a contractually limited term appointment. The successful candidate will have a PhD in Philosophy and a strong record of teaching excellence. They will be responsible for developing and delivering courses that connect ethical principles with information technology and AI, participating in pedagogical research, and contributing to collaborative projects within the departments of Philosophy and Computer Science.