Assistant Professor (EXPIRED)

The Division of the Humanities and Social Sciences at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) invites applications for a tenure-track position, beginning Fall 2017. The appointment will be at the assistant professor level. We are seeking candidates with an AOS (Area of Specialization) in one of two areas: (1) Philosophy of Science, broadly construed to include any area of research in philosophy deeply engaged with science, for example, philosophy of biology, philosophy of cognitive science, philosophy of physics, philosophy of social science, experimental philosophy, and formal epistemology. (2) Value theory, broadly construed, including ethics, social and political philosophy, and philosophy of law.  We are seeking highly qualified candidates who are committed to a career in research and teaching.  The term of the untenured initial appointment is four years, and is contingent upon completion of the Ph.D. degree.

Interested candidates should apply electronically at: https://applications.caltech.edu/job/philosophy. Applications should include a cover letter, research statement, CV, teaching statement, three letters of recommendation, and a writing sample. Candidates unable to apply electronically may send their application packet to: Chair, Philosophy Search, HSS 101-40 Caltech, Pasadena, CA 91125, U.S.A.  

The deadline for applications is November 1, 2016. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.