Assistant Professor
Department of Philosophy, Florida State University
| Job category | Junior faculty / Tenure-track or similar |
| AOS | Social/Political Philosophy or Philosophy of Law |
| AOS categories |
Philosophy of Law Social and Political Philosophy |
| AOC | Open |
| Workload | Full time |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Organization's reference number | 61177 |
| Location | Tallahassee, Florida, United States |
| Start date | August 2026 |
| Job description |
The Department of Philosophy at Florida State University (FSU) invites applications for a position as Assistant Professor. This is a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track position with an anticipated start date in August 2026. Salary competitive. Area of Specialization: Social/Political Philosophy or Philosophy of Law. The normal teaching load is four courses per year (2-2) on a semester system. Duties include research, teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels, and service. The Department of Philosophy is an active research department with a strong graduate program, and the successful candidate will be expected to contribute to research and scholarship through high quality publications in top-tier venues. The department collaborates with the minor in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics, providing opportunities to teach in that program. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Ph.D. or highest-level terminal degree in Philosophy or a related field. Demonstrated potential in establishing a successful program of research and scholarship. Demonstrated ability to teach and participate in our strong philosophy undergraduate, M.A., and Ph.D. programs. Inquiries about this search should be directed to [email protected] or (850) 644-1483. For more information regarding the Department of Philosophy, please visit the department website at https://philosophy.fsu.edu/. FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. |
| How to apply | |
| Application type | Online |
| Instructions |
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply at https://jobs.fsu.edu/. Click “Search Jobs” under “Current Career Opportunities,” enter Job ID# 61177 into the “Search Jobs” box, and follow the instructions provided, including those regarding the three required letters of recommendation. Applications should also include a cover letter, CV, writing sample, and statements of teaching and research.
HOW TO REQUEST LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
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| Web address to apply | https://jobs.fsu.edu/facultyjobs |
| Deadline for full consideration: | November 3, 2025, 11:59pm EST |
| Hard deadline | No deadline specified (applications considered on an ongoing basis) |
| Contact | |
| Web address for more information | https://philosophy.fsu.edu/ |
| Contact name | Randolph Clarke |
| Contact email | |
| Contact phone | (850) 644-1483 |
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| Time created | September 22, 2025, 9:17pm UTC |
| Scheduled expiry date | March 21, 2026, 8:17pm EST |
| Last updated | September 22, 2025, 9:17pm UTC |
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