Appignani Foundation Chair (EXPIRED)

The College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Miami is seeking to fill the APPIGNANI FOUNDATION CHAIR FOR THE STUDY OF ATHEISM, HUMANISM AND SECULAR ETHICS.

  The ideal candidate is a distinguished scholar whose research and teaching interests include the study of atheism, humanism, and/or secular ethics, and intellectual and academic methods that emphasize a naturalistic approach in dealing with problems affecting humanity. The holder of this chair will be expected to engage the broader community and offer at least one class a year on atheism and/or its role in human affairs as part of his/her regular faculty duties. S/he will have a recognized body of scholarship and evidence of effective teaching. The holder’s appointment will be in one or more of the College’s departments.Review of applications will begin November 30, 2016, and will continue until the position is filled.   Please DO NOT APPLY THROUGH THE UM CAREER SITE for position # P100019029.   Interested candidates may apply electronically to [email protected]. The application should consist of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names of three recommenders.   The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer — Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.