Professor of Philosophy of Physics
Department of Philosophy, Stanford University
Job category | Faculty (open rank) / Tenure-track or similar |
AOS | Philosophy of Physics, Philosophy of Science |
AOS categories |
Philosophy of Physics Philosophy of Science |
AOC | Open |
Workload | Full time |
Vacancies | 1 |
Organization's reference number | SA3642 |
Location | Stanford, California, United States |
Start date | September 1, 2026 |
Job description |
The Department of Philosophy at Stanford University seeks applicants for a junior or senior appointment at the rank of tenure-track Assistant Professor, tenured Associate Professor, or Full Professor. The preferred area of specialization is Philosophy of Physics. We understand physics broadly to include applications of ideas and methods from the physical sciences to the study of complexity, information, social systems, and other domains. Applicants must have demonstrated a commitment to effective teaching and mentoring and the ability to maintain a world-class research program. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in a related field and will be expected to teach and advise students at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. The term of appointment is expected to begin on September 1, 2026.
The salary range for this position in academic year 2025-2026 is:
Stanford University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the qualifications of the selected candidate, budget availability, and internal equity. |
How to apply | |
Application type | Online |
Instructions |
All applications should be submitted through the Stanford Faculty Positions website.
|
Web address to apply | http://Facultypositions.stanford.edu/cw/en-us/job/... |
Hard deadline | October 31, 2025, 11:59pm PST |
Contact | |
Web address for more information | https://philosophy.stanford.edu/ |
Contact name | Linda Fagan |
Contact email | |
Contact phone | 650.723.2547 |
Bookkeeping | |
Time created | September 24, 2025, 9:31pm UTC |
Scheduled expiry date | October 31, 2025, 11:59pm PST |
Last updated | September 24, 2025, 9:49pm UTC |
Last update notification |
There are no notifications for this ad.
Save the ad using the "save" button below to receive notifications of significant updates. |
Job Market Calendar |
This institution has indicated that the position advertised will not follow the APA's recommended job market calendar. An explanation, if provided, appears below.
Application deadline is before November 1 |
Save |