Post Doctoral Scholar - Center for Ethics and Human Values

The Center for Ethics and Human Values (CEHV) is a faculty-led, University-level center that promotes practical reflection and discussion on the ethical challenges that shape professional and public life. As part of its mission, CEHV has initiated a “Civil Discourse for Citizenship” program that supports a culture of free and respectful discussion that advances robust debate and inclusive community. More information about our Civil Discourse for Citizenship initiative can be found here: https://cehv.osu.edu/civil-discourse-citizenship .

This position is for a 2-year term appointment that will commence on or around July 1, 2024. 

Working closely with the Director and Steering Committee of CEHV, the Civil Discourse Post Doctoral Scholar will:

• Conduct research on issues related to civil discourse, including topics such as free speech, diversity, toleration, pluralism, reasonable disagreement, and relational equality
• Teach one 3-credit course on civil discourse each year, entitled “Conversations on Morality, Politics, and Society”
• Support CEHV staff and faculty working with undergraduate Civil Discourse Fellows to organize civil discourse-related events on campus
• Support the CEHV Director in organizing an annual Workshop on Democracy and Social Change

Minimum Education Required

Doctoral degree in Philosophy, Political Science, Philosophy of Education, or related field.

Required Qualifications

Advanced knowledge of debates around freedom of speech, pluralism, diversity, toleration, and inclusion.