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Assistant Professor (EXPIRED)

Department of Philosophy, University of Nebraska, Lincoln

Job category Junior faculty / Tenure-track or similar
AOS Philosophy of Mind, Epistemology, Philosophy of Cognitive Science, or Philosophy of Artificial Intelligence
AOS categories Epistemology
Philosophy of Mind
Philosophy of Cognitive Science
AOC Open
Workload Full time
Vacancies 1
Organization's reference number F_230147
Location Lincoln, Nebraska, United States
Start date 8/19/2024
Job description

The Department of Philosophy at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks candidates for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin in the Fall of 2024.

The successful candidate will teach four (4) courses per year (2 per semester), including both undergraduate and graduate levels. Other duties include some thesis supervision, participation in faculty governance, and service on department and college committees. Areas of Specialization (AOS) include Philosophy of Mind, Epistemology, Philosophy of Cognitive Science, or Philosophy of Artificial Intelligence. The Area of Competence (AOC) is open. The department has teaching needs in philosophy of mind/psychology, epistemology, and logic. 

 A Ph.D. in Philosophy or a closely related area is required by the position start date. Research and teaching expertise in an AOS category are also required. Preference will be given to candidates with exceptionally promising and accomplished research in an AOS category; a strong potential for publications, as documented in the application materials, particularly the writing sample; teaching expertise in philosophy of mind/psychology; teaching expertise in epistemology; and teaching competence in logic. 

 Salary is competitive. Summer work may be available.

Review of applications begins October 20, 2023. To apply, visit https://employment.unl.edu, requisition F_230147. You will be required to attach a complete dossier, including a curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and a writing sample. In addition, at least three (3) letters of reference are required (additional letters will also be accepted). Referees should email letters in PDF format to [email protected]. To be guaranteed full consideration, completed applications and letters of reference must be received by October 19, 2023.

The University of Nebraska aims to establish an inclusive learning environment, open to all, in which diverse perspectives are recognized and respected, and in which each individual is able to work and learn in an atmosphere of respect, dignity, and acceptance. 

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

How to apply
Application type Online
Instructions
Go to https://employment.unl.edu/postings/87801. Click “Apply for this Job” and complete the information form. Attach the following documents: A curriculum vitae. Evidence of teaching effectiveness. Attach as “Other Document.” A writing sample. Attach as “Letter of Interest.” In addition, at least three (3) letters of reference are required (additional letters will also be accepted). Referees should email letters in PDF format to [email protected]. To be guaranteed full consideration, completed applications and letters of reference must be received by October 19, 2023.
Web address to apply https://employment.unl.edu/postings/87801
Email to apply
Deadline for full consideration: October 19, 2023, 11:59pm CST

(applications under review)

Hard deadline No deadline specified (applications considered on an ongoing basis)
Contact
Contact name John Brunero
Contact email
Contact phone (402) 472-2425
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Time created September 6, 2023, 9:28pm UTC
Scheduled expiry date March 4, 2024, 7:10pm CST
Expired on March 4, 2024, 7:46pm CST
Last updated April 5, 2024, 3:00pm UTC
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