PhD Position in Theoretical Philosophy (EXPIRED)
Department of Philosophy, Stockholm University
Job category | Graduate fellowship / Fixed term |
AOS | Philosophy pf mind, logic, philosophy of science, epistemology, philosophy of language, and history of philosophy |
AOS categories |
History of Philosophy Epistemology Philosophy of Language Philosophy of Mind Philosophy of Science |
AOC | Open |
Workload | Full time |
Vacancies | 1 |
Organization's reference number | Ref. No. SU FV-3432-20 |
Location | Stockholm, Stockholm, Sweden |
Start date | Sept. 1 2021 or as negotiated |
Job description |
PhD student in Theoretical Philosophy Ref. No. SU FV-3432-20 at the Department of Philosophy. Closing date: 15 October 2020. The Department of Philosophy, Stockholm University, has a vacant PhD position in theoretical philosophy. The Department of Philosophy is Sweden’s largest philosophy department, and is divided into Theoretical Philosophy and Practical Philosophy. It has a thriving research community and regularly hosts visiting speakers and conferences. Theoretical philosophy includes epistemology, metaphysics, logic, philosophy of language, philosophy of science, and as well as the history of philosophy. Qualification requirements In order to meet the specific entry requirements, the general syllabus for doctoral studies in the field of theoretical philosophy stipulates that applicants must have at least 30 ECTS credits in theoretical philosophy at the advanced level (including a thesis), or something equivalent. The entrance requirements must be met at the closing date for the application. Only a person who will be or has already been admitted to a third-cycle programme may be appointed to a doctoral studentship. The primary assessment criterion in appointing a doctoral student should be the capacity to complete the education. Selection QUALIFICATIONS 1. Education. Assessment of both depth and breadth of previous education. 2. Scientific production. Based on a Bachelor’s thesis, a Master’s thesis or other academic papers, the ability of the applicant to benefit from the education is considered in relation to the following assessment criteria:
The assessment should also take into consideration the aspect of time, that is, to what extent the applicant has shown the ability to meet his or her previous scientific obligations within given time constraints. In addition, the scientific progress of the applicant is considered. RESEARCH PLAN
ABILITY TO COLLABORATE Admission Regulations for Doctoral Studies at Stockholm University are available at: www.su.se/rules and regulations. Terms of employment Doctoral students should primarily devote themselves to their own education, but may engage in teaching, research, and administration corresponding to a maximum of 20 % of a full-time position. Please note that admission decisions cannot be appealed. Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all. Contact Further information about the PhD program in theoretical philosophy can be obtained from professor Henrik Lagerlund, [email protected]. Union representatives Application Please include the following information with your application
and, in addition, please include the following documents
The instructions for applicants are available at: Instructions – Applicants. You are welcome to apply! Stockholm University contributes to the development of sustainable democratic society through knowledge, enlightenment and the pursuit of truth. Closing date: 15/10/2020 URL to this pagehttps://www.su.se/english/about/working-at-su/phd?rmpage=job&rmjob=13067&rmlang=UK |
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Application type | Online |
Instructions |
Deadline is October 15, 2020.
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Web address to apply | https://www.su.se/english/about/working-at-su/phd?... |
Email to apply | |
Hard deadline | October 15, 2020, 7:59pm CET |
Contact | |
Web address for more information | https://www.su.se/english/about/working-at-su/phd?... |
Contact name | Henrik Lagerlund |
Contact email | |
Contact phone | +46704694998 |
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Time created | September 24, 2020, 4:00pm UTC |
Scheduled expiry date | October 15, 2020, 7:59pm CET |
Expired on | October 16, 2020, 8:46pm CET |
Last updated | December 16, 2020, 3:00pm UTC |
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