Assistant Professor of Philosophy

JOB PURPOSE:   

The Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies at the University of Wyoming is looking to hire an Assistant Professor (TT) with a specialization in philosophy of science, and with competence in logic. Minimum qualification is a PhD in Philosophy, Philosophy of Science, History and Philosophy of Science, or Logic and Philosophy of Science by August 2025. The ideal candidate should be interested in developing closer relationships with units across campus relevant to their expertise: for example, ecology, zoology/physiology, Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources, physics, School of Computing, computer science, and so on.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

The successful candidate must be able to teach a wide range of courses in philosophy from the introductory to advanced undergraduate levels, especially Early Modern Philosophy and service courses (e.g. Introduction to Philosophy, Critical Thinking, Philosophy as a Way of Life, Philosophy and Science Fiction). Evidence of excellence in teaching will be provided through the statement of teaching philosophy, teaching evaluations, and the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application. The standard teaching load is five courses/year, with a reduced teaching load of 2/2 for the first three years and in subsequent years for extraordinary research productivity. Summer teaching is available.

COMPETENCIES:  

Candidates must provide evidence of excellence in research as demonstrated by publications (or forthcoming publications) in highly-ranked journals, presentations at regional or national or international conferences, and letters of reference. The successful candidate will be expected to have an active research program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

Possession of a PhD in Philosophy, Philosophy of Science, Philosophy of History and Science, or Logic and Philosophy of Science by August 2025.

This position requires the successful candidate to work on campus.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

The ideal candidate should be interested in developing closer relationships with units across campus relevant to their expertise: for example, ecology, zoology/physiology, Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources, physics, School of Computing, computer science, and so on.

Candidates must provide evidence of excellence in research as demonstrated by publications (or forthcoming publications) in highly-ranked journals, presentations at regional or national or international conferences, and letters of reference. The successful candidate will be expected to have an active research program.

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 1 November 2024 will receive full consideration.

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references. Additional requested materials include:

Research Portfolio

• Writing samples
• Outline of current and future research projects

Teaching Portfolio

• Teaching statement
• Teaching evaluations
• Three syllabi for junior/senior level courses: one in philosophy of science, one in introduction to logic, one in advanced logic
• Optional: syllabi for lower-level courses geared toward non-majors

Academic Transcripts (can at first be unofficial)

HIRING STATEMENT:  

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ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/