Ferens Chair in Philosophy (EXPIRED)

Philosophy (currently in Humanities – from September 2013 in School of Politics, Philosophy and International Studies)

Philosophy at Hull is advertising the Ferens Chair in Philosophy. The Ferens Chair, established in 1927, is one of the founding Chairs of the University of Hull and is supported by an endowment provided by the founder of the university Thomas Ferens. Previous occupants of the Chair include Alan White, Peter Lamarque and Kathleen Lennon.

We seek to appoint a Professor in any area of Philosophy with an outstanding research record who will be able to provide strong academic leadership and strengthen the international research profile of Philosophy at Hull. The successful candidate should have wide experience in teaching (especially at the postgraduate level) and academic administration.

From September 2013 Philosophy will be part of the School of Politics, Philosophy and International Studies. Members of staff are actively engaging in the research activities of the Institute for Applied Ethics, the Centre for Research in Embodied Subjectivity and the Centre for Experts and Institutions. Philosophy offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and has a strong record of undergraduate and postgraduate admissions.

Salary range: Professorial scale

You can learn more about this position and apply online at www.hull.ac.uk/jobs (Vacancy ref: FA0171)

To discuss this role informally, please contact Head of Department, Dr Stephen Burwood, T 01482 465995, E [email protected]

Closing date: 1 April 2013