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Visiting Assistant Professor (EXPIRED)

Department of Philosophy, Tulane University

Job category Visiting fellowship / Professorship / Fixed term
AOS Philosophy of Psychology/Cognitive Studies
AOS categories Philosophy of Mind
Philosophy of Cognitive Science
AOC Ability to teach expository writing classes related to philosophical specialty.
AOC categories Philosophy of Mind
Philosophy of Cognitive Science
Workload Full time
Vacancies 1
Location New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Start date July 1, 2020
Job description
Description

The Tulane Philosophy Department in connection with the Cognitive Studies Program invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor to start fall 2020. Teaching responsibilities will include expository science writing and one or more of the core Cognitive Studies courses, such as: Mind in Evolution, Consciousness, Foundations of Cognitive Science, and Language and Thought.  Writing courses will be capped at 15 students each. The teaching load is a 3-3; all courses are at the undergraduate level. 

Qualifications

The candidate is expected to have a PhD in Philosophy and to specialize in the areas of philosophy of psychology, cognitive science, and/or neuroscience.  Experience teaching expository writing is a benefit. The successful candidate should be familiar with pedagogical principles of effective composition instruction: the teaching of writing as a process, the use of draft workshops, and the importance of revision.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Tulane University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution committed to excellence through diversity. Tulane University will not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other status or classification protected by federal, state, or local law. All eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.

How to apply
Application type Online
Instructions
The application deadline is April 10th. All application materials must be submitted through Interfolio. Required materials include a cover letter describing qualifications and interest, a current CV, a writing sample (35pp. or less), three letters of recommendation, and evidence of teaching effectiveness, including course evaluations. Questions can be directed to Dr. Dan Burnston, Director of Cognitive Studies ([email protected]).
Web address to apply https://apply.interfolio.com/74629
Hard deadline April 10, 2020, 7:59pm CST
Contact
Web address for more information https://apply.interfolio.com/74629
Contact name Professor Dan Burnston
Contact email
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Scheduled expiry date April 10, 2020, 7:59pm CST
Expired on April 11, 2020, 8:46pm CST
Last updated June 12, 2020, 3:00pm UTC
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