Assistant or Associate Professor, Metaphysics/Epistemology (Philosophy) (T/TE)

University of Arizona; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reduction for employee/family

Job summary

University of Arizona in Tucson invites applications for a full-time faculty position in metaphysics or epistemology in the analytic tradition, at either tenure-track Assistant Professor or tenured Associate Professor, with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2027.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in metaphysics and related areas, supervise graduate students, and maintain an active research program while engaging in service to the department and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Philosophy required by employment date.
• Specialization in metaphysics or epistemology in the analytic tradition.
• Ability to teach metaphysics, epistemology, and intermediate logic to undergrad/grad students.
• Active research program and dissemination through publications and talks.
• Experience supervising graduate students and contributing to service activities.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in metaphysics and related areas, including intermediate logic; two courses per semester.
• Develop and maintain an active research program in metaphysics or epistemology; publish and present findings.
• Participate in department, college, university, and professional service.

Skills

Metaphysics knowledge

Epistemology knowledge

Scholarly research

Teaching ability

Graduate supervision

Service responsibilities

Education

Ph.D. in Philosophy

Metaphysics or Epistemology specialization (analytic)

Preparedness to teach metaphysics and logic

Evidence of research agenda for tenure-track

Established record for tenure (associate)

Job description

Assistant or Associate Professor, Metaphysics/Epistemology (Philosophy) (T/TE)

Assistant or Associate Professor, Metaphysics/Epistemology (Philosophy) (T/TE)

Posting Number req27244

Department Philosophy

Department Website Link https://philosophy.arizona.edu/

Location Tucson Campus

Address Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The Department of Philosophy at the University of Arizona invites applications for a full-time faculty position in metaphysics or epistemology in the analytic tradition, broadly construed. The position may be filled at the rank of tenure-track Assistant Professor, or tenured Associate Professor, with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2027.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in metaphysics and other core areas of philosophy, including intermediate logic, and supervise graduate students. The standard teaching load is two courses per semester. The successful candidate will maintain an active research program and participate in departmental, college, university, and professional service.

The Department of Philosophy is housed within the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. Additional information is available at https://philosophy.arizona.edu/

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Teaching (40%):

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in metaphysics and other core areas of philosophy, including intermediate logic; prepare and deliver course materials, assess student learning, and provide academic guidance and supervision to graduate students. Standard teaching load: two courses per semester.

Research (40%):

• Develop and maintain an active scholarly research program in metaphysics, epistemology, or related areas; conduct original research and disseminate findings through publications, presentations, and other appropriate academic activities.

Service (20%):

• Participate in service to the Department of Philosophy, the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, the University of Arizona, and the philosophy profession.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of metaphysics or epistemology in the analytic tradition
• Knowledge of core areas of philosophy, including intermediate logic.
• Ability to conduct and disseminate original scholarly research in philosophy.
• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses effectively and communicate complex philosophical concepts.
• Ability to provide academic guidance and supervision to graduate students.
• Ability to contribute to departmental, college, university, and professional service activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. inPhilosophy by the date of employment.
• Area of specialization in metaphysics or epistemology in theanalytic tradition.
• Preparedness to teach undergraduate and graduate courses inmetaphysics and other core areas of philosophy, including intermediate logic,and to supervise graduate students.
• Assistant Professor applicants must demonstrate evidence ofa promising research agenda and a commitment to undergraduate and graduateteaching.
• Associate Professor applicants must demonstrate anestablished record of research, teaching, and service that would merit tenureat the University of Arizona.

Preferred Qualifications

Rank To be Determined

FLSA Exempt

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week 40

Job FTE 1.0

Work Calendar TBD

Job Category Faculty

Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay DOE

Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies 1

Target Hire Date 8/16/2027

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates Dennis Tamblyn
Manager of Administration
[e-mail]

Open Date 10/9/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Four Additional Documents

Application reviews will begin on November 1, 2026.

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