Assistant Professor of Philosophy

The University of Dallas Colleges of Constantin and Braniff invite applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of assistant professor. The position begins in Fall 2026.

The area of specialization is Medieval Metaphysics (broadly construed) or Modern Philosophy. The area of concentration is the History of Western Philosophy. A Ph.D. is required prior to appointment. The teaching load is 3/3.

A candidate should satisfy the following three broad requirements: (1) The candidate shares our commitment to the recovery and renewal of the Western heritage of liberal education and the Catholic intellectual tradition. (2) The candidate is adequately prepared to teach in our B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. programs, and in the philosophy portion of the undergraduate core curriculum. (3) The candidate articulates how his or her research interests contribute to the search for philosophic wisdom.

For questions regarding this position please contact Dr. Chad Engelland, Search Chair ([email protected] ).

WHO WE ARE

The University of Dallas is a premier Catholic liberal arts university that seeks to educate the whole person, encouraging its students to pursue wisdom, truth and virtue as the proper and primary ends of education. All employees are expected to support the university’s Mission, which is informed by the Apostolic Constitution Ex corde Ecclesiae, the Catholic Church’s governing document on Catholic universities. The University of Dallas is known for its nationally ranked Core Curriculum, exceptional post-graduation outcomes, and some of the happiest students in the country.

APPLICATION

 Applications must include (1) a letter of application that addresses the above requirements, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) three confidential letters of recommendation, and (4) a writing sample not to exceed 25 pages.

 All applications must be submitted online by November 1, 2025 at: https://hr.udallas.edu/apply/

 Review of applications will begin October 15, 2025.

 BENEFITS

 UD provides competitive pay and benefits, including eligibility to participate in medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; employee events; a health and wellness program; a free fitness center; competitive leave programs; tuition waiver, tuition exchange for employees and their families; and matching retirement plan contributions.  

The University of Dallas seeks to recruit, develop, and retain faculty, staff and administration of the highest caliber.

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from individuals who will enhance our community and advance our Mission.