Assistant Professor Environmental Philosophy

Spep; University (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Florida is seeking a Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Environmental Philosophy starting Fall 2026. Responsibilities include designing undergraduate courses, teaching graduate seminars, and supervising theses. The candidate should possess a PhD and experience in teaching philosophy. Strong research agendas in climate change and related topics are encouraged. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• PhD or foreign equivalent required at the time of appointment.
• Experience teaching philosophy at the undergraduate level.
• Ability to design and teach graduate courses in environmental philosophy.
• Articulated research agenda.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach undergraduate courses in environmental philosophy.
• Supervise dissertations and theses.
• Conduct research and engage in non-teaching duties.
• Collaborate on interdisciplinary initiatives and outreach within the university.

Skills

Teaching philosophy courses

Research in environmental philosophy

Communication beyond discipline

Education

PhD in Philosophy

Job description

Assistant Professor Environmental Philosophy
Stony Brook University: Provost Office: College of Arts & Sciences: Philosophy
Location
Stony Brook University
Open Date

Sep 16, 2025
Deadline
Nov 03, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
Description

The Department of Philosophy at Stony Brook University invites applications for a Tenure Track Assistant Professor position in Environmental Philosophy starting Fall 2026.

AOS: Environmental Philosophy
AOC: At least one of the following: Ethics; Social and Political Philosophy; Phenomenology;Philosophy of Science; Philosophy of Technology; Indigenous Philosophies; Aesthetics.

The Department, which has strengths in Continental Philosophy and the History of Philosophy, is especially interested in philosophical and historical approaches to climate change, climate justice, and the relation between wilderness and the built environment. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to communicate beyond the discipline; and will contribute a crucial philosophical perspective to the Stony Brook Collaborative for the Earth and the New York Climate Exchange, for which Stony Brook serves as the anchor institution.

The position involves designing and teaching a range of undergraduate courses in addition to specialized graduate seminars (2/2 teaching load), dissertation and thesis supervision, and standard non-teaching duties.
Salary and benefits are competitive.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• PhD (or foreign equivalent) at the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated experience teaching philosophy courses at the undergraduate level.
• Ability to design and teach graduate courses in environmental philosophy.
• Articulated research agenda.

Preferred Qualifications

• Conversant in one or more of the following areas: Ethics, Social and Political Philosophy, Phenomenology, Philosophy of Science, Philosophy of Technology, Indigenous Philosophies, or Aesthetics.

Application Instructions

Candidates should submit a complete dossier: cover letter, CV, a sample of academic writing, an outline of current and future research interests, graduate transcripts, three letters of reference, and a teaching portfolio that includes evidence of teaching effectiveness and sample graduate and undergraduate syllabi.

Stony Brook University invites applications from individuals whose experiences, perspectives, and commitments will contribute to a vibrant academic community. We value a wide range of backgrounds and encourage candidates who bring unique insights that advance excellence, innovation, and access in higher education.

Deadline for completed applications: November 3rd, 2025, 5pm EST.

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The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation.

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