Postdoctoral Fellowships in Practical Philosophy, Normativity, and Law

Postdoctoral Fellowships in Practical Philosophy, Normativity, and Law University of Toronto – Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Research & Training Alliance

The University of Toronto and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem Research & Training Alliance advances the interdisciplinary study of normativity — the reasons, standards, and principles that guide and evaluate human action, institutions, and practices.

The Alliance invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in the fields of law or philosophy. During the fellowship term, the fellow will be expected to pursue their own research in areas related to the Alliance’s focus on normativity and law, and will have the opportunity to work closely with scholars leading the alliance and affiliated to it in both partner universities. The fellow will also take an active role in the Alliance’s ongoing training and research activities, including coordinating online workshops and the Alliance’s annual conference.

The Alliance is led by Brookes Brown, Larissa Katz, Arthur Ripstein, and Sergio Tenenbaum from the University of Toronto, and Leora Dahan Katz, David Enoch, Adi Goldiner, and Ori Herstein from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

Eligibility

Applications are welcome from candidates who have completed a PhD, JSD, LLD or equivalent in law, philosophy, or related fields, obtained not earlier than October 2021, or who expect to be awarded their doctoral degree by September 2026.

Duration

Initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal for an additional year. During the fellowship term, the fellow will be expected to spend one academic year at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and/or the University of Toronto (allocation depending on research and project needs and fellow’s preferences), and to visit the partner institution during the fellowship term.

Salary

51,000 CAD per year.  The postdoctoral fellow will also receive office space, and funding for travel between partner institutions. Additional benefits may include travel allowances for conferences and research activities.

If you choose to take your fellowship at the University of Toronto, please note that should the minimum rates stipulated in the collective agreement be higher than rates stated in this posting, the minimum rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail. Some teaching might be available, at a per course basis, according to the terms of the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 Collective Agreement.

Application Materials

All individuals interested in this position must submit a cover letter of application, a current CV, and a sample of written work (no more than 8000 words) and, if they are interested in applying for teaching, a teaching portfolio to [email protected]. Please submit your application materials in PDF format as one file, using the naming convention “LastnameFirstname_2025.”  Applicants also should arrange to have confidential letters of reference (no more than three letters) sent by the referee directly to the same email address.

Submission & Deadline

Complete applications received by January 20, 2026, will be given priority; however, the position will remain open until filled.

The following applies to the successful applicant if they would choose to take their position at the University of Toronto:

Supervisor:  Brookes Brown, or Larissa Katz, or Arthur Ripstein, or Sergio Tenenbaum

Expected start date: Fellowships will commence no later than October 2026.

Term: One year

The normal hours of work are 40 hours per week for a full-time postdoctoral fellow (pro-rated for those holding a partial appointment) recognizing that the needs of the employee’s research and training and the needs of the supervisor’s research program may require flexibility in the performance of the employee’s duties and hours of work.

Employment as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Toronto is covered by the terms of the CUPE 3902 Unit 5 Collective Agreement.

This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 5 Collective Agreement.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.