Postdoctoral Fellowships in Practical Philosophy, Normativity, and Law

Research & Training Alliance, University of Toronto – Hebrew University of Jerusalem; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 51,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed educational alliance is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Practical Philosophy, Normativity, and Law. The role is vital for advancing research while collaborating with top scholars. Candidates should hold a relevant doctoral degree, completed after October 2021, and will engage in research, workshops, and conferences. The fellowship offers an annual salary of 51,000 CAD and additional benefits, with a start date no later than October 2026. Applications are accepted until the position is filled.

Benefits

Travel funding

Office space

Possible teaching opportunities

Conference allowances

Qualifications

• Must have completed a PhD, JSD, LLD or equivalent by September 2026.
• Strong background in law or philosophy is preferred.
• Experience in research or training activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research in practical philosophy, normativity, and law.
• Coordinate online workshops and participate in annual conferences.
• Collaborate with scholars from partner institutions.

Skills

Research skills

Collaboration

Philosophical analysis

Legal reasoning

Education

PhD, JSD, LLD or equivalent in law, philosophy, or related fields

Job description

Postdoctoral Fellowships in Practical Philosophy, Normativity, and Law

Research & Training Alliance, University of Toronto – Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Start date Fellowships will commence no later than October 2026.

Postdoctoral Fellowships in Practical Philosophy, Normativity, and Law University of Toronto – Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Research & Training Alliance

The University of Toronto and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem Research & Training Alliance advances the interdisciplinary study of normativity — the reasons, standards, and principles that guide and evaluate human action, institutions, and practices.

The Alliance invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in the fields of law or philosophy. During the fellowship term, the fellow will be expected to pursue their own research in areas related to the Alliance’s focus on normativity and law, and will have the opportunity to work closely with scholars leading the alliance and affiliated to it in both partner universities. The fellow will also take an active role in the Alliance’s ongoing training and research activities, including coordinating online workshops and the Alliance’s annual conference.

The Alliance is led by Brookes Brown, Larissa Katz, Arthur Ripstein, and Sergio Tenenbaum from the University of Toronto, and Leora Dahan Katz, David Enoch, Adi Goldiner, and Ori Herstein from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

Applications are welcome from candidates who have completed a PhD, JSD, LLD or equivalent in law, philosophy, or related fields, obtained not earlier than October 2021, or who expect to be awarded their doctoral degree by September 2026.

Duration

Initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal for an additional year. During the fellowship term, the fellow will be expected to spend one academic year at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and/or the University of Toronto (allocation depending on research and project needs and fellow’s preferences), and to visit the partner institution during the fellowship term.

51,000 CAD per year. The postdoctoral fellow will also receive office space, and funding for travel between partner institutions. Additional benefits may include travel allowances for conferences and research activities.

If you choose to take your fellowship at the University of Toronto, please note that should the minimum rates stipulated in the collective agreement be higher than rates stated in this posting, the minimum rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail. Some teaching might be available, at a per course basis, according to the terms of the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 Collective Agreement.

Application Materials

All individuals interested in this position must submit a cover letter of application, a current CV, and a sample of written work (no more than 8000 words) and, if they are interested in applying for teaching, a teaching portfolio [e-mail]. Please submit your application materials in PDF format as one file, using the naming convention “LastnameFirstname_2025.”Applicants also should arrange to have confidential letters of reference (no more than three letters) sent by the referee directly to the same email address.

Submission & Deadline

Complete applications received byJanuary 20, 2026,will be given priority; however, the position will remain open until filled.

The following applies to the successful applicant if they would choose to take their position at the University of Toronto:

Supervisor: Brookes Brown, or Larissa Katz, or Arthur Ripstein, or Sergio Tenenbaum

Expected start date: Fellowships will commence no later than October 2026.

Term: One year

The normal hours of work are 40 hours per week for a full-time postdoctoral fellow (pro-rated for those holding a partial appointment) recognizing that the needs of the employee’s research and training and the needs of the supervisor’s research program may require flexibility in the performance of the employee’s duties and hours of work.

Employment as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Toronto is covered by the terms of the CUPE 3902 Unit 5 Collective Agreement.

This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 5 Collective Agreement.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

Hard deadline No deadline specified (applications considered on an ongoing basis)

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