Lecturer (EXPIRED)

UNIVERSITY OF FORT HARE, DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY

LECTURER (1 POST)

The Department of Philosophy, University of Fort Hare, East London, has one academic vacancy at the rank of Lecturer.

Requirements: A Master’s degree in Philosophy, (a Ph.D. in Philosophy, or evidence of progress towards it, will serve as a recommendation), with prior university teaching at undergraduate level, together with research experience, and a developing record of high-quality publications.

Recommendations: Knowledge in Ethics, Epistemology, Ancient Greek Philosophy, Political philosophy or Philosophy of Mind. Interest in the South African Centre for Phenomenology, co-hosted by the Department.

Key performance areas: Candidates are expected to lecture general philosophy at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels across both campuses (East London and Alice), conduct research for peer-reviewed publications, and assist with departmental administration.

Closing Date: 3rd June 2013

Applications (CV with cover letter) should be sent to the Mr S Snaigo, The Human Resources Team Leader, The Human Resources Department, University of Fort Hare, 50 Church Street, East London, South Africa ([email protected]). Also send a copy to the Head of the Department of Philosophy, Prof A Olivier ([email protected]).

Please note: Correspondence will be conducted with short-listed candidates only. The University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No, 55 of 1998, when appointing, preference will be given to applicants from the designated groups whose appointment will contribute towards the achievement of equitable demographic representation of our Workforce profile. The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment.