Assistant Professor

Tenure-track Assistant Professor – Philosophy

St. Bonaventure University’s Department of Philosophy invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level, beginning fall 2025.  The Department is looking for someone who is prepared to teach both Ethics and Critical Thinking in our General Education curriculum, and who has expertise in sustainability studies, philosophy of economics, and/or indigenous philosophy.  The teaching load is four courses per semester. 

We are looking first and foremost for an excellent teacher.  Candidates who also have a promising research agenda are desirable.  Applicants should have a Ph.D. in hand by August 2025. 

Founded in 1858, St. Bonaventure University is a Catholic university dedicated to educational excellence in the Franciscan tradition.  We are a predominately undergraduate, liberal arts-based institution with 2000 students located in the Allegheny Mountains near Olean, NY.  St. Bonaventure University emphasizes small classes, close engagement with students, and a mission-based liberal arts curriculum.

The Philosophy Department is committed to enhancing the diversity of our faculty and welcomes applications from under-represented groups and members of all faiths.  Applicants should apply via this link Job Opportunities | Careers at St. Bonaventure University, sending a curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness such as peer or student evaluations, contact information for three professional references, and a cover letter that discusses your approach to teaching and qualifications for the position given the description of responsibilities above. The deadline for application is December 13, 2024.  Please address specific questions regarding the position to Dr. Russell Woodruff, Chair of Philosophy, [email protected]

St. Bonaventure University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, staff and student body, and strongly encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.  In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with St. Bonaventure University requires successful completion of a background screening. Unless otherwise provided by law, a criminal record will not automatically disqualify an individual from employment.