Assistant Professor (EXPIRED)

The Department of Philosophy at the University of Nevada, Reno, seeks candidates for a tenure-track position (Assistant Professor) to begin Fall 2016. Area of specialization (AOS): philosophy of science, with philosophy of cognitive science or philosophy of biology strongly preferred. Area of competence (AOC): open. The successful candidate must be prepared to teach philosophy of cognitive science (PHIL 434) as well as courses in the core curriculum, the department having a particular interest in candidates who can teach lower-division bioethics (PHIL 244) and/or an integrative course in science, technology, and society (PHIL 480). Ability to work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary neuroscience program at the university is desirable. All requirements for the PhD must be completed by July 1, 2016.

The normal teaching load for research-active faculty is five courses per year. Duties include undergraduate and graduate teaching, research, and service to the university. Undergraduate and graduate student advisement, including MA thesis supervision.

The University of Nevada, Reno, requires that applications be submitted electronically at https://www.unrsearch.com/postings/18729. Please follow the directions for completing the application and attaching documentation. The following items are required: Required items for submission of application: letter of application; CV; statement of teaching and research interests; reference contact information; dissertation abstract (if PhD is within the last four years); unofficial graduate transcripts. To receive full consideration, applications must be submitted electronically by November 1, 2015.

A sample of written work and possible additional materials (such as evidence of teaching effectiveness) will be requested of candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Initial interviews will be conducted by Skype.

The University of Nevada is the state’s historic land-grant institution; it serves approximately 20,000 students. The university is ranked as a Tier 1 institution by “U.S. News and World Report” and offers an array of degree programs at all levels. Reno is located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, a 30 minutes' drive from Lake Tahoe. Reno/Tahoe is recognized as a world class outdoor recreation area. Additional areas of interest in the proximity include: The Black Rock Desert, Sacramento, Yosemite National Park, Napa/Sonoma, the Bay Area, and San Francisco. University of Nevada homepage: http://www.unr.edu

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment. AA/EEO. Women and members of under-represented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.