Assistant Professor, 2-year term (EXPIRED)

Brandon University is a leader in providing high quality education in arts, sciences, education, music, and health studies. Based in southwestern Manitoba, Brandon University also offers pre-professional and Masters programs, as well as innovative and award-winning outreach programs in a personalized learning environment.

 The Department of Philosophy at Brandon University is seeking to fill one (1) two-year term position at the rank of Assistant Professor. A completed Ph.D. in Philosophy is preferred. The area of research specialization is open. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate courses in Ancient and Early Modern Philosophy. The ability to teach courses in Ethics and Critical Thinking will be considered an asset. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching, will have an active research profile, and will be willing to participate collegially in the life of the university. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. Preferred start date is 1 August 2018. Deadline for applications is 31 January 2018.

 Interested candidates should forward a cover letter, vita, one writing sample, a teaching statement, a sample course outline and available evaluations of teaching related to that course, and citizenship status in one pdf document to Dr. Demetres Tryphonopoulos at [email protected]. They should also arrange to have three letters of reference sent to Dr. Demetres Tryphonopoulos, Dean of Arts, Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 6A9, or to [email protected].

 Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit.  All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply.  Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority.  Evidence of citizenship must be provided.

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