Assistant Professor

Franklin & Marshall College invites applications for a tenure-track position in the Department of Philosophy beginning August 2025. The rank will be Assistant Professor or Instructor depending on qualifications.  Applicants should possess or be close to completing a doctorate degree. 

Area of specialization open, with research competencies in epistemology and/or social/political philosophy. We are interested in candidates who could offer courses on philosophical perspectives on data science; cognitive science; feminist philosophy; moral psychology; and/or other areas that would complement the department’s curriculum.

In addition, the candidate would offer courses that build on the Department’s offerings along with contributions in the College’s general education program, Connections. Faculty maintain active research programs and contribute to the College’s shared governance.

Candidates must submit the following items electronically via Interfolio:  (http://apply.interfolio.com/155791): a cover letter; curriculum vitae; graduate transcript(s) (unofficial copies are fine); a holistic statement on your approach to inclusive excellence in teaching and student success; a research statement; teaching evaluations and/or observations (if available); and one list of three reference names (NOTE: letters of reference will be solicited at a later stage, and once they are solicited referees will need to supply them within two weeks). For full consideration applications should be received by November 1.

Pursuant to cultivating an inclusive college community, the search committee will holistically assess the qualifications of each applicant.  We will consider an individual’s record working with students and colleagues with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds.  We will also consider experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to academic success.

Franklin & Marshall College is committed to having an inclusive campus community where all members are treated with dignity and respect. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the College does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender, sex, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, family or marital status, sexual orientation, or any protected characteristic. Individuals who need accommodation due to a disability in order to submit an application or to otherwise participate in the employment process should contact the department’s academic coordinator at: [email protected]. 

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