Continental Philosophy

The Department of Philosophy is searching for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Philosophy with an area of specialization (AOS) in Continental Philosophy (with particular interest in critical theory, post-structuralism, 19^th century philosophy). The area of competence (AOC) is open, but the Department is especially interested in teaching competence in Asian, Feminism, Modern Philosophy, Logic, and Philosophy of Science.  

Expectations of teaching include: introductory, middle level and advanced undergraduate courses, graduate teaching in the area of specialization, mentoring of graduate student research, and directing theses at the undergraduate and graduate level. The University of Oregon is on the academic quarter system and the standard teaching load is presently five courses across three terms each year.   

Undergraduate teaching experience, an appropriate record of research and publication, and a PhD are required. Salary will be competitive depending on qualifications.  

The Department is pluralistic, with an expansive view of the discipline, and provides an intellectual climate conducive to multidisciplinary scholarship. We encourage applications from candidates sharing this perspective. We also seek candidates with a commitment to working effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.  

Review of applications will begin November 20 and will continue until the position is filled. Complete applications, including CV, three letters of recommendation, and a writing sample should be filed at http://academicjobsonline.org/ajo. For more information, please refer to http://hr.uoregon.edu/jobs/.  EO/AA/ADA institution.

Duquesne University, Department of Philosophy

Full time one-year position, beginning fall semester 2009. Rank: Visiting Assistant Professor. Ph.D. required.

AOS: Continental Philosophy. AOC: Open.

3/3 teaching load. Candidate will teach some Core courses, including Ethics.

Send complete dossier, including evidence of teaching effectiveness and a recent writing sample, to Search Committee, Philosophy Department, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh PA 15282. Review of applications will begin April 1, 2009, and continue until the position is filled. The department will conduct phone and on campus interviews.

The Duquesne Philosophy Department has a strong commitment to contemporary continental philosophy and the history of philosophy. Applicants must be willing to contribute actively to the mission of the University as well as show respect for the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community. Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit. Duquesne University is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit. Motivated by its Catholic identity, Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer.

Visiting Assistant Professor, beginning September 2009.

Two positions. (1) AOS: Continental Philosophy; (2) AOS: American Philosophy.

Each position will teach at least one large lecture course with graduate teaching assistants. Ability to teach advanced courses in Continental or American Philosophy, including graduate courses, and at least two of the following is required: Phil 110, Human Nature; Phil 311 History of Modern Philosophy or Phil 325, Logic, Argument and Inquiry; Phil 312, History of 19th Century Philosophy; and Phil 444, Feminist Ethics. Teaching experience and PhD required. Salary will be competitive depending on qualifications. We seek candidates with a commitment to working effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Review of applications will begin April 22 and will continue until the position is filled. Complete applications, including c.v., three letters of recommendation, and a writing sample should be sent to Philosophy Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, 1295 University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97403-1295. For more information, please refer to http://hr.uoregon.edu/jobs/. EO/AA/ADA institution.

Canada Research Chair in Environment and Culture

The Department of Philosophy at Laurentian University invites applications for the position of a Tier II Canada Research Chair in Environment and Culture at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. The CRC Program was created by the Government of Canada to cultivate world-class research and development. More information concerning the CRC is available at www.chairs.gc.ca.

Applicants for this tenure-track position should demonstrate a record of research excellence and the potential to emerge as an internationally recognized expert in environmental and cultural studies. The position will be contingent on being approved by the Canada Research Program. The candidates should have the ability to attract excellent graduate students and have demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching in both the graduate and the undergraduate level. The successful candidate will have an active research interest in at least one of the four following areas: aesthetics, gender, health, and/or indigenous studies. Candidates are expected to complement the pre-existing strengths of Laurentian’s philosophy department, areas that include contemporary continental philosophy, aesthetics, ethics, gender and health studies, social and political thought, and environmental philosophy. A strong commitment toward interdisciplinary research would be an asset. They will also be expected to participate in, and help supervise graduate work in, the Interdisciplinary Humanities M.A. in Interpretation and Values and the interdisciplinary Ph.D. program in Human Studies.

Normally, the Tier II competition is open to candidates who have at most ten years experience from the highest degree at the time of nomination.

Applicants should provide a letter of intent, a summary of research interests (including research program), a complete curriculum vitae, and at least three letters of references to:

Patrice Sawyer

Acting Vice-President, Academic

Laurentian University

935 Ramsey Lake Road

Sudbury, ON P3E 2C6

or by e-mail to asr@laurentian.ca.

Laurentian University is strongly committed to employment equity and diversity within its community. Laurentian University especially welcomes and encourages applications from members of visible minorities, women, Aboriginal persons, members of sexual minorities and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however Canadian and permanent residents will be considered first for this position.

Laurentian University (LU) is located in Sudbury, Ontario, an attractive modern city offering unique cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities. LU is a bilingual institution and an equal opportunity employer. It has a policy of passive bilingualism (English/French) as a condition of tenure. LU faculty members are part of LUFA (the Laurentian University Faculty Association). Information and the Collective Agreement can be found at ‹www.lufapul.ca›. More information on the University can be found at www.laurentian.ca.

For enquiries and questions, please contact Dr. Brett Buchanan (bbuchanan@laurentian.ca). Applications will be reviewed commencing in April 15, 2009 and will be accepted until a nominee is found. We are planning to send the nomination to the CRC program before November 16, 2009 for a start date on July 1^st, 2010.