Associate Director, The Center for Ethics and Human Values (EXPIRED)

DEPARTMENT: The Center for Ethics and Human Values at The Ohio State University

POSITION: Associate Director

DESCRIPTION: The Ohio State University invites applications for an Associate Director for The Center for Ethics and Human Values (CEHV). This position will start July 1, 2022 and is being offered for an initial 2 year term with the possibility of extension. The CEHV aims to advance reflection and discussion on the ethical issues that underlie social and political challenges. We are a faculty-led, University-level center with interdisciplinary collaborations with more than forty academic departments and programs at OSU, covering a wide range of scientific and humanistic disciplines. We work closely with university efforts including the Shared Values Initiative, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, and the Office of Research. The Center helps the University fulfill its responsibilities to students, faculty, and the broader community by advancing knowledge and facilitating discussions of ethical issues within and across disciplines at The Ohio State University. More information about CEHV can be found here: https://cehv.osu.edu/

OVERVIEW: The Associate Director collaborates with the Center Director and faculty steering committee to further the mission of CEHV by supporting and its programs. The Associate Director manages the administrative, operational and communication components of CEHV’s major projects, including its COMPAS (Conversations on Morality, Politics, and Society) program, the CARE (Conversations About Research Ethics) program, Ethics Circle, ETHOS, Outreach, and other initiatives.  The Associate Director also helps to facilitate CEHV’s fellowship programs, draft grant proposals, and assemble progress reports. The Associate Director will work with the staff associate and a College of Arts and Sciences business operations manager to initiate fiscal processes related to events and programs, and will provide supervision of the CEHV staff associate, graduate associates, and undergraduate assistants. (75%) The Associate Director will also be responsible for teaching one course per semester in the College of Arts and Sciences. These courses include undergraduate ethics and political philosophy courses, as well as CEHV’s “Conversations on Morality, Politics, and Society” course on civil discourse, associated with its COMPAS program. (25%)

QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have a Master's Level Degree in philosophy or political science or philosophy of education. A Doctoral Degree in philosophy or political science or philosophy of education is strongly preferred. Advanced knowledge of the field of ethics and human values and the ability to effectively communicate about moral issues that arise across disciplines, in matters of public policy, and in organizational contexts is desired. We are seeking candidates with experience in program management and development, and with teaching experience at the undergraduate level in ethics or political philosophy. Experience in writing grant proposals is relevant. Appointment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to a criminal background check.

ABOUT COLUMBUS: The Ohio State University campus is located in Columbus, the capital city of Ohio. Columbus is the Midwest’s fastest-growing city and the nation’s 14th largest city. Columbus offers a diverse array of welcoming neighborhoods and a vibrant arts and culture scene. Additional information about all that the Columbus area has to offer is available at https://visit.osu.edu/experience.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply to:

https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Columbus-Campus/Associate-Director_R37993-1

A complete application consists of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a writing sample, a diversity statement which should articulate your demonstrated commitments and leadership in contribution to diversity, equity, and inclusion through research, teaching, mentoring, and/or outreach and engagement, and contact information for three referees. The application deadline is March 1, 2022.  Inquiries may be directed to Piers Turner, PhD, CEHV Center Director at [email protected]

The Ohio State University is committed to establishing a culturally and intellectually diverse environment, encouraging all members of our learning community to reach their full potential. Over the next few years, The Ohio State University is committed to welcoming 350 new faculty hires, many of which will contribute to growing our role as a premier research university equipped to answer and interrogate the critical domestic and global societal challenges that deter equality and inclusion. We are responsive to dual-career families and strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. The university is a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC).

The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.