Assistant Professor, Philosophy
- Employer
- Fairfield University
- Location
- Connecticut, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Oct 5, 2022
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Humanities, Other Humanities, Philosophy, Religion
- Employment Level
- Tenured/Tenured Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Details
Job Description:
The Philosophy Department of Fairfield University invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor position to begin September 1, 2023.
AOS: Non-Western Philosophy, including but not limited to Asian Philosophy (broadly construed), Indigenous/Native Philosophy, Islamic Philosophy, Africana Philosophy, Mesoamerican Philosophy
AOC: Open
Candidates should also be prepared to teach Introduction to Philosophy as well as upper division courses in their area of specialization. The Philosophy Department is a significant contributor to the University core curriculum. Candidates are invited to consult the Magis core description on our website and to address their interest and ability to teach in any of its signature elements.
https://www.fairfield.edu/undergraduate/academics/the-core/index.html
The teaching load is 3 courses per semester. Salary is competitive.
Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Philosophy is required by the time of the appointment. Teaching experience is necessary.
Application instructions
For full consideration, please click “Apply Now” and upload the following materials:
A complete application will include:
cover letter curriculum vitae research statement teaching statement including evidence of teaching effectiveness evidence of commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion three letters of recommendation sent separately to PhilosophySearch@fairfield.edu
To ensure full consideration, please submit all required documents by December 1, 2022.
Fairfield University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, committed to excellence through diversity and inclusion, and, in this spirit, particularly welcomes applications from women, persons of color, and members of historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected category in accordance with applicable law. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability.
Category:
Academic - Faculty Tenure/Tenure Track
Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.
*Disclaimer
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