Assistant Professor

INTRODUCTION/POSITION: The Department of Philosophy in the College of Arts and Sciences invites applications for the position of Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Philosophy. Areas of Specialization: epistemology or philosophy of mind. Areas of Competence: Open, but the ideal candidate would have teaching competence in one or more of the following areas: logic, the political and ethical implications of AI, or topics at the intersection of social/political philosophy and mind/epistemology/language (e.g., epistemic injustice, free speech, propaganda, social ontology). 

QUALIFICATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: We seek an exceptional candidate whose research focuses on epistemology or philosophy of mind. The successful candidate will be a dedicated teacher and have an existing or emerging record of strong scholarship, as well as a robust forward-looking research agenda. The typical teaching load is five courses per year. In addition to standard introductory-level service teaching, the successful candidate will regularly teach philosophy of mind and/or theory of knowledge for philosophy and cognitive science students. The department has teaching needs in logic and is looking to expand its course offerings on the ethical implications of AI, as well as topics at the intersection of social/political philosophy and mind/epistemology/language. The ideal candidate would be able to contribute towards one or more of these goals. Though not required, an interest in public philosophy would also be an asset. Women and minority candidates are especially encouraged to apply.

Candidates should have completed their Ph.D. by September 1, 2025.

DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY AT UD:  The Department of Philosophy at the University of Delaware is within the College Arts and Sciences. We are an undergraduate-only department that prizes excellence in both teaching and research. Our faculty teach courses across all major areas of analytic philosophy and have research strengths in ethics, metaphysics, epistemology, social and political philosophy, philosophy of law, philosophy of religion, philosophy of science, early modern, non-Western, and medieval philosophy. The department offers a major in philosophy with special tracks for honors, philosophy and religion, and philosophy and the law. It also offers an ethics certificate as well as a minor in philosophy and three interdisciplinary minors in religious studies, medical humanities, and science, technology, and philosophy. The department maintains an active colloquium calendar and sponsors semi-annual public debates and lectures. Philosophy faculty members direct the Center for Science, Ethics, and Public Policy, a research center that integrates ethics and public policy inquiry with scientific research. The department also maintains an active presence in both the regional and national philosophical community. It participates in the Greater Philadelphia Philosophy Consortium, a regional network of philosophy departments that sponsors a range of public philosophy events, including an annual undergraduate conference. Since 1975, the national office of the American Philosophical Association has been located at the University of Delaware. 

The College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Delaware offers exceptional educational experiences including integrated instruction, research and public engagement. With 24 academic departments and more than 30 centers, programs and institutes, the College serves over 7,000 undergraduate students and 1,000 graduate students with CAS majors, but also every single University student through foundational course work. The College’s 580 faculty members emphasize the enduring value of an arts and science education and share a deep commitment to excellence in scholarship and all forms of creative and intellectual expression. The College has departments in the arts, humanities, social sciences and natural sciences, and features outstanding research and teaching facilities. Faculty and staff encourage and support innovative interdisciplinary collaborations and students engage local, national and global audiences through research and creative activity. With annual research expenditures of approximately $30 million and growing, the College currently houses several large, interdisciplinary grants with significant funding from the NIH and NSF.

The University of Delaware (www.udel.edu) is one of the nation’s oldest institutions of higher education, combining tradition and innovation. The university recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the experience of its employees and in supporting its academic mission.  We are committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds, and we strongly encourage applications from educators from under-represented groups. UD provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

TO APPLY: Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.  Applicants should upload the following materials to http://www.udel.edu/careers: a cover letter; CV; a writing sample (maximum 20,000 words); a 2-3 page research statement; a teaching portfolio (a single document including a 2-3 page teaching statement, 2-4 sample syllabi, and evidence of teaching effectiveness, e.g., student evaluations, peer assessment, etc.); 3-4  confidential letters of recommendation.

For additional information, please contact Noel Swanson, Search Committee Chair ([email protected]).

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Compensation packages are highly competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. The UD benefits package is one of the best in the nation.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:  The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups. The University's Notice of Non-Discrimination can be found at http://www.udel.edu/aboutus/legalnotices.html