Assistant Professor in Ethics and/or Social and Political Philosophy

Position Summary

The Department of Philosophy at the University of Georgia invites applications for a tenure- track Assistant Professor in Ethics and/or Social and Political Philosophy beginning August 2025. This position is part of a multi-year Presidential Hiring Initiative across the university which will hire 50 faculty to develop a new research focus on AI and Data Science.( https://provost.uga.edu/data_science_ai/ ) This philosophy position is part of an interdisciplinary hiring cluster focusing on Ethics of Data and AI, which will be hiring faculty in the arts, humanities, social sciences, and STEM .

Successful candidates will have a developed research program in ethics and/or social and political philosophy (understood broadly so as to include philosophy of race and feminist philosophy), as well as a demonstrable focus on philosophical issues related to data science, and a commitment to further research in this area. The standard teaching load for the position is 4 courses per year. We are seeking a candidate with demonstrated teaching excellence prepared to teach a selection of the following undergraduate and graduate-level courses: Introduction to Ethics, Political Philosophy, Bioethics, Philosophy of Technology, and Ethics of Artificial Intelligence. In addition, we seek a candidate ready to develop new courses related to the ethical and social issues raised by data science, particularly courses at the introductory level. The department also has needs in Philosophy of Science/Philosophy of Biology. The hire will collaborate with philosophy faculty who pursue research in ethics and/or social and political philosophy and will work closely with established and cluster-hire faculty across the university, particularly in the Institute for Artificial Intelligence and the Terry College of Business, on grant proposals (e.g., NSF ) related to data science. The hire may also collaborate with fine arts faculty on arts programming related to emerging technologies.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Candidates should upload a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a writing sample, a research statement, and a teaching portfolio. Applicants will be asked to provide contact information for three references as part of their application. Letters of recommendation will be requested later in the search process. Applications received by December 16, 2024, will receive full consideration, but review will continue until the position is filled. We will be conducting initial interviews over Zoom. Questions about the position can be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Melissa Fahmy (meseymou@uga.edu) with the subject line “Assistant Professor Position”.

Posting Details

Posting Number

F2118P

Working Title

Assistant Professor in Ethics and/or Social and Political Philosophy

Department

Franklin-Philosophy

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, its many units, and the University of Georgia are committed to sustaining a work and learning environment that is inclusive. The College has a strong commitment to multidisciplinary research and collaboration and academic innovation.

College/Unit/Department website

https://www.phil.uga.edu/

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Underutilization

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date

08/01/2025

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)

Job Posting Date

10/07/2024

Job Closing Date

Open until filled

Yes

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title

Assistant Professor

FLSA

Faculty Rank

Assistant Professor

Contract Type

Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Status

Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Philosophy in hand at the time of appointment.

Additional Requirements

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Physical Demands

Is this a Position of Trust?

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Writing Sample
4. Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy
5. Research Portfolio/Philosophy

Optional Documents