Assistant Professor Environmental Philosophy

Assistant Professor Environmental Philosophy

Location: Stony Brook University

Open Date:

Sep 16, 2025

Deadline:

Nov 03, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

The Department of Philosophy at Stony Brook University invites applications for a Tenure Track Assistant Professor position in Environmental Philosophy starting Fall 2026. AOS: Environmental PhilosophyAOC: At least one of the following: Ethics; Social and Political Philosophy; Phenomenology;Philosophy of Science; Philosophy of Technology; Indigenous Philosophies; Aesthetics.The Department, which has strengths in Continental Philosophy and the History of Philosophy, is especially interested in philosophical and historical approaches to climate change, climate justice, and the relation between wilderness and the built environment. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to communicate beyond the discipline; and will contribute a crucial philosophical perspective to the Stony Brook Collaborative for the Earth and the New York Climate Exchange, for which Stony Brook serves as the anchor institution.The position involves designing and teaching a range of undergraduate courses in addition to specialized graduate seminars (2/2 teaching load), dissertation and thesis supervision, and standard non-teaching duties. Salary and benefits are competitive.

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

PhD (or foreign equivalent) at the time of appointment. Demonstrated experience teaching philosophy courses at the undergraduate level. Ability to design and teach graduate courses in environmental philosophy. Articulated research agenda.

Preferred Qualifications:Conversant in one or more of the following areas: Ethics, Social and Political Philosophy, Phenomenology, Philosophy of Science, Philosophy of Technology, Indigenous Philosophies, or Aesthetics.

Application Instructions

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6575035.

Candidates should submit a complete dossier: cover letter, CV, a sample of academic writing, an outline of current and future research interests, graduate transcripts, three letters of reference, and a teaching portfolio that includes evidence of teaching effectiveness and sample graduate and undergraduate syllabi.Stony Brook University invites applications from individuals whose experiences, perspectives, and commitments will contribute to a vibrant academic community. We value a wide range of backgrounds and encourage candidates who bring unique insights that advance excellence, innovation, and access in higher education.Deadline for completed applications: November 3rd, 2025, 5pm EST.

All application materials must be submitted online via Interfolio. Please use the Apply Now button to begin your application. For technical support, please visit Interfolio's Support Site (https://support.interfolio.com/) or reach out to their Scholar Service Team at [email protected] or (877) 997-8807. For questions regarding this position, please contact the Philosophy Department at [email protected]

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