Assistant Professor Ethics
Department of Philosophy, University of Saskatchewan
Job category | Junior faculty / Tenure-track or similar |
AOS | Ethics, broadly construed |
AOS categories |
Ethics |
AOC | Open, but we have needs in Early Modern Philosophy |
Workload | Full time |
Vacancies | 1 |
Organization's reference number | req. 10333 |
Location | Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada |
Start date | July 1, 2025 |
Job description |
Department of Philosophy Assistant Professor Ethics Applications are invited from qualified individuals for a full time Assistant Professor with the Department of Philosophy in the College of Arts and Science. The successful candidate will be productively engaged in research in ethics, broadly construed, that bears on issues related to human health and wellness. The faculty member will have teaching responsibilities at the undergraduate and graduate level. The successful candidate will also contribute to the Philosophy Department’s MA program, and the Certificate in Ethics, Justice and Law. In addition, the position includes participation in administrative work commensurate with the rank of Assistant Professor.
The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. The University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community and a full range of leisure opportunities. The University has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research and scholarly activities and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to a student population of over 26,000. We encourage applications from members of equity groups (e.g., women, members of a racialized minority, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities). The Department of Philosophy supports excellence, and recognizes that principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are fundamental to this goal. Recruitment will be guided by the strong commitment of the University of Saskatchewan, the College of Arts and Science, and the Department of Philosophy to EDI.
We are looking for a colleague who will pursue a vigorous program of research, and also contribute to the intellectual and cultural life of the Department. We welcome linkages to current areas of research strength within the Department. Candidates demonstrating a capacity for excellence in teaching will be preferred. Evidence that the candidate will constructively participate in the Department’s community outreach activities will be considered an asset. This position includes a comprehensive benefits package which includes a dental, health and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long term disability, sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program. Dr Sarah Hoffman Head, Department of Philosophy Email: [email protected]
Review of applications will begin November 8, 2024; however, applications will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2025. The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthening these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan. |
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Interested candidates must submit, via email, a cover letter; CV; writing sample; statement of research interests; teaching portfolio; graduate transcripts; and three letters of recommendation to:
Dr Sarah Hoffman
Head, Department of Philosophy
College of Arts and Science
University of Saskatchewan
9 Campus Drive
Saskatoon SK S7N 5A5 Canada
Email: [email protected]
cc: [email protected]
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Web address to apply | https://artsandscience.usask.ca/philosophy/ |
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Deadline for full consideration: | November 8, 2024, 11:59am CST |
Hard deadline | No deadline specified (applications considered on an ongoing basis) |
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Web address for more information | https://artsandscience.usask.ca/philosophy/ |
Contact name | Dr Sarah Hoffman |
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Contact phone | 306-966-4215 |
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Time created | September 27, 2024, 9:33pm UTC |
Scheduled expiry date | March 26, 2025, 7:55pm CST |
Last updated | September 27, 2024, 9:33pm UTC |
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