Postdoctoral Fellow

This is a post-doctoral fellowship housed in the Department of Philosophy and affiliated with the Hong Kong Ethics Lab (https://www.hkethicslab.com). The initial appointment will be for two years, with the potential for extension for an additional year.

The post-doctoral fellow is expected to participate actively in the work of the Hong Kong Ethics Lab. Applicants will be asked to submit project proposals (max 5 pages) that fall within the research centre’s broad remit to drive academic research and public engagement on pressing issues of ethical concern. Information about HKU's Philosophy department can be found at https://philosophy.hku.hk/dept

Enquiries about the duties of the post can be directed to Nathaniel Sharadin ([email protected]).

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. Post-doctoral fellows will have access to a generous research budget intended to support their ongoing professional development, as well as an active community of scholars.

Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) (Reference #530038) and upload:

1. C.V.
2. A writing sample of scholarly work
3. A project proposal related to value theory, broadly construed (not exceeding five pages).

Shortlisted applicants will be requested to arrange for two references.

Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until December 31, 2024, or until the position is filled, whichever is earlier.