Assistant Professor of Modern Philosophy

Spep; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent research institution in Texas is inviting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Philosophy. The ideal candidate should possess expertise in Early or Late Modern Philosophy and the ability to teach graduate seminars and undergraduate courses. Responsibilities include maintaining an active research program, graduate supervision, and fulfilling committee duties. This role is ideal for those who are passionate about philosophy and education in a vibrant academic setting.

Qualifications

• Expertise in Early or Late Modern Philosophy from Descartes to Hegel.
• Ability to teach a graduate seminar on major topics in philosophy.
• Experience in undergraduate teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach two courses per semester at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Conduct active research and supervise graduate students.
• Participate in normal committee service.

Skills

Active research program in Early or Late Modern Philosophy

Expertise in intersections with Non-Western philosophy

Education

PhD in Philosophy or related field

Job description

The History and Philosophy Program at The University of Texas at Dallas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Philosophy.

The ideal candidate will possess expertise and an active research program in Early or Late Modern Philosophy broadly construed, roughly from Descartes to Hegel. The candidate may also work in the intersections of this historical period with Non-Western philosophical traditions or other underrepresented areas of philosophy. The program has need for a candidate to regularly teach a graduate seminar on a major figure, topic, or theme in Early or Late Modern Philosophy. Regular undergraduate teaching in the candidate’s area(s) of expertise will also be expected. The philosophy faculty offer a B.A. and M.A. in Philosophy and contribute to a Ph.D. program in the Humanities.

The standard teaching load is two courses per semester. Duties include active research, graduate supervision, normal committee service, and classroom teaching at all levels. Located in suburban Dallas (Richardson), UT Dallas is a dynamic, growing research institution with a vibrant student body (ca. 30,000) and a strong research faculty.

Deadline for Applications: February 15th.

Please see the full job posting: https://philjobs.org/job/show/30698