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History of Philosophy Forum Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Employer
University of Notre Dame
Location
Indiana, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
Sep 13, 2024
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Position Type
Faculty Positions, Humanities, Philosophy
Employment Level
Mid-Level
Employment Type
Full Time


History of Philosophy Forum Postdoctoral Research Fellow

University of Notre Dame

The University of Notre Dame (ND.jobs) is accepting applications for a History of Philosophy Forum Postdoctoral Research Fellow.

Applications will be accepted until 11/01/2024.

Job Description:The History of Philosophy Forum at the University of Notre Dame (http://historyofphilosophy.nd.edu) invites applications for the position of Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the History of Philosophy. The position begins August 1, 2025, and is renewable for up to three years. The Fellow will teach a 1-1 load and receive a competitive salary, plus a $2000 budget for research expenses. Fellows are expected to be in residence at the University of Notre Dame during the academic year, and to participate actively in the academic life of the University, the Philosophy Department and the History of Philosophy Forum.We invite applications from doctoral students and recent graduates in philosophy who are engaged in research in any area of the history of philosophy. For eligibility, the Ph.D. must be obtained between August 1, 2020 and July 31, 2025, though preference will be given to candidates who have been awarded their PhD by the time of the application's submission. Preference will be given to candidates whose research fits the Philosophy Department's current areas of strength in the history of philosophy, and who have prior experience with mentoring undergraduate research and writing.
Full Duties:
Research: The fellowship is primarily oriented towards research. The Fellow will be expected to spend the majority of their time pursuing their own research on a topic within the history of philosophy that will lead to significant scholarly publications.
Teaching: The Fellow will teach one undergraduate course each semester for the Philosophy Department. The theme and scope of the course, generally within the Fellow's area of expertise, will be decided together with the Department's Chair.
Service: The Fellow will contribute to the development of a new History of Philosophy Forum program geared towards mentoring advanced undergraduates in research and writing. The Fellow will also be expected to participate in the History of Philosophy Forum's and the Philosophy Department's academic events, workshops, and colloquia.



Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. obtained between August 1, 2020 and July 31, 2025

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ph.D. awarded by the time of the application’s submission
  • Research fitting the Philosophy Department’s current areas of strength in the history of philosophy
  • Prior experience mentoring undergraduate research and writing



ABOUT NOTRE DAME:
The University of Notre Dame, founded in 1842 by Rev. Edward F. Sorin, C.S.C., of the Congregation of Holy Cross, is an independent, national Catholic university located in Notre Dame, Ind. For the fifth consecutive year, the University of Notre Dame has received Honor Roll distinctions as one of the top 10 higher education workplaces in the country in the Chronicle of Higher Education's annual "Great Colleges to Work For" survey...and we are proud of it!

This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and those candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).

APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please apply online at http://ND.jobs to Job # S251374. For additional information about working at the University of Notre Dame and various benefits available to employees, please visit http://hr.nd.edu/why-nd. The University of Notre Dame supports the needs of dual career couples and has a Dual Career Assistance Program in place to assist relocating spouses and significant others with their job search.



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