Teaching Assistant Professor

The Department of Philosophy at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for two to three positions as Teaching Assistant Professors beginning in the 2025-2026 academic year (pending budgetary approval). Teaching Assistant Professors are eligible for renewal and promotion (for more information, please see https://www.as.pitt.edu/faculty/governance/criteria-promotion-appointment-evaluation-and-reappointment-appointment-stream). We especially welcome applications from individuals with the ability to teach a broad range of undergraduate courses.

 Required Qualifications: (1) A PhD in Philosophy or a closely related field expected by the proposed start date, (2) evidence of exemplary teaching.

 Responsibilities: Undergraduate teaching (3 courses per semester) and regular departmental duties. 

 Applicants should submit a CV, three letters of recommendation, evidence of teaching excellence, and sample syllabi. Letters of recommendation should not be uploaded in Talent Center but sent to Matt Ceraso at [email protected].  

 In addition, applicants should provide a brief personal statement that addresses their contributions to diversity through research, teaching, service and/or community engagement. Please mention any past contributions as well as any planned or potential contributions.

 Applications received by October 15, 2024 will receive full consideration.

Please direct all further inquiries to: Matthew Ceraso, [email protected]