Professor (W3) of Theoretical Philosophy

Goethe University Frankfurt am Main invites applications for the position of

Professor (W3) of Theoretical Philosophy

in the Institute of Philosophy at the Faculty of Philosophy and History. This civil servant or public employee position will start as soon as possible.

We are looking for a candidate with an excellent and internationally visible research record in at least one of the core areas of Theoretical Philosophy (e.g., epistemology, philosophy of language, metaphysics). The successful candidate is expected to cover the field of Theoretical Philosophy in teaching (including introductory courses). Willingness to engage in teaching cooperations and research initiatives of the Institute of Philosophy and the Goethe University is expected. The Institute of Philosophy aims to reorganise its personnel structure and invites the successful candidate to take part in the process.

Candidates are required to have a doctorate and a research output equivalent to a German habilitation in philosophy.

The professorship is also involved in teacher training; experience and concepts for teaching subject content in schools are welcome.

The formal hiring requirements are defined in sections 67, and 68 of the Hessian Higher Education Act (HessischesHochschulgesetz).

Goethe University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. In particular, we are welcoming applications by qualified women, and people with a migrant background. At Goethe University, a special emphasis is placed on creating and sustaining a family-friendly work and research environment. Where applicants are otherwise equally qualified, preference is given to candidates with disabilities or equivalent. The same applies to women in fields in which they are under-represented

To apply, please submit a CV, a list of publications, an overview of your research and teaching activities, a research and teaching statement (each limited to three pages), diplomas and certificates, and a selection of recent course evaluations online at https://berufungsportal.uni-frankfurt.de by 28 October 2024. If you have any questions, please contact Prof. Dr. Martin Saar at [email protected]. Further information about the appointment process, the legal framework and data protection: www.professorship-vacancies.uni-frankfurt.de.