Assistant Professor

UNIVERSITY OF IOWA, Iowa City, IA. The Department of Philosophy at the University of Iowa invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. AOS: epistemology and/or philosophy of science. AOC: open, but must have the ability to teach courses in both epistemology and philosophy of science at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will have a highly promising research program suitable for a public research university (R1), and excellent teaching skills, including an ability to foster stimulating discussions for all students in a welcoming and respectful environment in the classroom.

Responsibilities include conducting scholarly research, teaching graduate and undergraduate classes, directing Ph.D. dissertations, and providing service to the department, college, and university. The teaching load is 4 courses per year (usually 2 per semester), with an opportunity for a reduced teaching load for one of the semesters following a successful 3rd year review. The position comes with a generous start-up package (for moving costs and research/travel) and excellent benefits. 

The appointment will begin on August 20, 2025. A Ph.D. is required by the start of the appointment.

Required Qualifications: 

• AOS: epistemology and/or philosophy of science
• AOC: open, but must have the ability to teach courses in both epistemology and philosophy of science at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• A highly promising research program suitable for a public research university (R1)
• An ability to foster stimulating and respectful discussion in the classroom

Desirable Qualifications:   

• Substantial teaching experience
• Demonstrated interest in innovative teaching methods and curriculum expansion 

The University of Iowa is an R1 public university, and the flagship university of the state of Iowa. It is home to the UI Hospitals and Clinics, a major regional medical complex and teaching hospital; the Iowa Neuroscience Institute; and a university-wide commitment to sustainability.

The university is located in Iowa City, one of three UNESCO Cities of Literature in North America, and home to the internationally acclaimed Iowa Writers’ Workshop. The Iowa City metropolitan area has a population of over 170,000 people. It offers an outstanding quality of life and regularly appears on “best places to live” lists for affordability and healthcare. The vibrant downtown hosts numerous musical and cultural festivals each year, and many renowned artists, musicians, and writers frequent venues like the Hancher Auditorium, the Englert Theater, and Prairie Lights Books. These venues, campus buildings, and the restaurants and small businesses in the downtown area are all in close proximity to each other.

Required Documents

• Cover letter or letter of interest
• Curriculum vitae
• Research statement
• Writing sample
• Teaching statement
• Teaching portfolio, including teaching evaluations and sample syllabi
• Transcripts (unofficial transcripts acceptable)
• At least 3 letters of recommendation. (Applicants will be asked to share names and contact information for at least 3 references, who will receive an email prompting them to upload their letters when the application is submitted.)

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.