Assistant or Associate Professor

The Department of Philosophy in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking to make one appointment, at the level of Tenure-Track Assistant Professor or Tenured Associate Professor to begin July 1, 2027 (negotiable) in the philosophy of emerging technologies, broadly construed, including, but not limited to, the ethical, societal, legal, and policy implications of innovations in biotechnology, AI, diagnostics, therapeutics, and other emerging technologies. 

Candidates must demonstrate significant promise of research excellence as well as strong teaching skills and a clear commitment to teaching. The successful applicant will normally teach two courses per semester (graduate and/or undergraduate); will be involved in thesis supervision; and will have other standard non-teaching duties such as departmental administration, graduate and undergraduate mentorship, and participation in our department’s vigorous intellectual life. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in philosophy or a closely related field by July 1, 2028.  

In your application, please include a cover letter, writing sample, CV, teaching portfolio and research statement. Also, please arrange for us to receive four or five letters of recommendation in support of your application, one of which should focus on teaching. 

We seek applicants who strive to promote student success in a public university setting that reflects the socioeconomic, racial, religious, and other diversity across the state. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. 

Apply online at https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/326119. Review of applications will begin on 11/1/2026. Applications received by 10/30/2026 will receive full consideration. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Thomas Hofweber, Search Committee Chair, Department of Philosophy, CB# 4010, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27599; [email protected].