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Assistant Professor in History of Science, Philosophy of Science, or Science & Technology Studies (EXPIRED)

Program of Liberal Studies, University of Notre Dame

Job category Junior faculty / Tenure-track or similar
AOS Philosophy of Science
AOS categories Philosophy of Science
AOC Open
Workload Full time
Vacancies 1
Location Notre Dame, Indiana, United States
Start date August 2025
Job description

The Program of Liberal Studies (PLS) at the University of Notre Dame is accepting applications for a tenure-track, assistant professor in the history of science, philosophy of science, or science & technology studies to begin August 2025, with duties including research, teaching, and service.  Founded in 1950, PLS has its own tenure-line faculty drawn from various disciplines who pursue high-level scholarship while remaining committed to an integrated, liberal arts education grounded in core texts. The position carries a 2-2 course load, with core responsibilities including the Program's Great Books Seminars plus two or more of its disciplinary-based "tutorials."  Candidates should consult the department website (https://pls.nd.edu) to identify potential tutorials they would be prepared to teach, at least one of which should be in the Science sequence.  Opportunities for graduate and advanced undergraduate teaching outside the Program are also available, as well as humanities core teaching for STEM students. 

Successful candidates must have a Ph.D. degree in history of science, philosophy of science, science & technology studies, or a related field, or have completed all requirements for that degree by August 2025 or shortly thereafter.  Area of specialization is open, but the Program has a preference for candidates who can complement, rather than replicate, existing research strengths and who would be prepared to collaborate with one or more of Notre Dame's cross-disciplinary research and teaching units, such as the Reilly Center for Science, Technology, and Values, the Initiative on Race and Resilience, or the Gender Studies Program.  Strong publication program and evidence of an established, superior teaching record are both expected.  Salary and research support are more than competitive. 

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration.  The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace.  We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and those candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.  Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).

This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.  Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges.  Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment.  Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position.  Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate.  The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.

How to apply
Application type Online
Instructions
All applications must be submitted via Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/152324. Before applying, candidates are strongly advised to consult the department website (https://pls.nd.edu) and the university mission statement (https://www.nd.edu/about/mission-statement). Please submit a cover letter, CV, three confidential letters of recommendation, and a brief writing sample via Interfolio. Questions about the position may be addressed to Prof. Thomas Stapleford, Chairperson, Program of Liberal Studies, [email protected]. Application deadline: October 7th, 2024.
Web address to apply http://apply.interfolio.com/152324
Hard deadline October 7, 2024, 11:59pm EST
Contact
Web address for more information http://apply.interfolio.com/152324
Contact name Professor Thomas Stapleford
Contact email
Contact phone 574-631-7172
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Time created September 5, 2024, 3:54pm UTC
Scheduled expiry date October 7, 2024, 11:59pm EST
Expired on October 9, 2024, 12:46am EST
Last updated December 9, 2024, 3:00pm UTC
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