Assistant Professor of Philosophy

IE University’s School of Humanities invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Philosophy to join our interdisciplinary faculty in September 2026.

We are especially interested in candidates who specialize in Epistemology (including but not limited to Philosophy of Science) or Philosophy of Mind, with one or more of the following desirable qualities:

•      Teaching competence in the history of philosophy

•      Engagement with public philosophy

•      Experience in interdisciplinary and/or applied scholarship

•      Ability to contribute to the School’s UNESCO Chair in AI Ethics & Governance

•      Research and/or teaching that engages indigenous and/or non-Western philosophy

The successful applicant will teach an introductory course titled Philosophical Questions and Methods as well as philosophy courses in the Philosophy, Politics, Law, and Economics (PPLE) program. Additional teaching opportunities are available in our Bachelor of Humanities degree, the IE Impact humanities requirement (taken by all undergraduates), and philosophy-adjacent courses in other Schools.

Applicants are expected to demonstrate commitment to research excellence by producing high-quality, peer-reviewed books and articles, sharing their work at national and international conferences, and engaging with professional and community initiatives. They should also be dedicated to teaching in a liberal arts college environment and will play a significant role in shaping the future direction of our growing department. Teaching responsibilities include introductory and advanced undergraduate courses as well as master’s-level programs in other Schools. Additional duties include contributing to departmental administration and university service (including student recruitment and strategic outreach).

To be considered, the candidate needs to have a PhD in Philosophy by the date of appointment.

The School of Humanities is a growing, dynamic, interdisciplinary hub of committed scholars encompassing diverse fields such as history, literature, philosophy, art, digital humanities, linguistics and anthropology. Our School is dedicated to fostering a supportive and collegial environment with a strong emphasis on the professional development of junior faculty, and is committed to producing high-quality, rigorous research.

Spanish language skills are not required. English is the working language of the University, and both our faculty and student body are highly diverse and international. Opportunities for Spanish language training will be provided.

IE University is strongly committed to non-discriminatory hiring practices and encourages applications from candidates who will contribute to the diversity of our faculty.

IE University is a global academic institution with campuses in Madrid and Segovia, Spain, and an affiliated institution in New York City. To learn more about the School and its faculty, please visit https://www.ie.edu/school-of-humanities/.

Application instructions: Applications should include a cover letter, CV, three confidential letters of recommendation, a teaching statement, a writing sample, and evidence of teaching excellence (such as teaching evaluations). Interested candidates should submit their applications by  December 7, 2025 at Interfolio https://apply.interfolio.com/177289