I. W. Killam Memorial Postdoctoral Fellowship (2 years)

The Department of Philosophy at the University of Alberta invites applications for an Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Postdoctoral Fellowship, tenable for two years, any time after April 1, 2013. Research position, but some additionally remunerated teaching possible if desired. AOS: open. Citizenship: open. Ph.D. must be completed prior to commencing fellowship (within 2 years post-doctorate from the time of application submission to desired department).  $46, 000 per annum plus benefits and one time $4000 research/travel grant.

Send applications, including application form, a statement (maximum one page) describing your proposed research and another statement (maximum two pages) describing your research experience, CV, sample of written work, and three letters of reference to Jennifer Welchman, Chair, Killam Search, Department of Philosophy, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, CANADA, T6G 2E7. Please ensure that referees address research proposal. Applicants with Ph.D. should include an official copy of Ph.D. transcript (or certified copy); others should ensure a copy is sent before taking up fellowship.

Deadline for receipt of applications: November 19, 2012. Fellowships are awarded in a university-wide competition. The University of Alberta is committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified men and women, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons. Inquiries only may be addressed to welchman@ualberta.ca.

For more information concerning eligibility and for link to application procedures and application form, consult www.postdoc.ualberta.ca/en/FundingandFellowships/UniversityofAlbertaPostdoctoralFellowships.aspx.