Professeure ou professeur en philosophie médiévale

Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Medieval Philosophy

The Faculty of Philosophy at Université Laval invites applications for a regular Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position in Medieval Philosophy

Description of the position:

The candidate selected to fill this post will teach full-time in our undergraduate and graduate programs in the field mentioned above. They will be expected to contribute to scholarly research in Medieval Philosophy through their publications, as well as to supervise graduate student research in this area. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in the academic and administrative activities of the faculty, as welle as the Institut d'études anciennes et médiévales (IEAM).

* Please note, all teaching and administrative duties at Université Laval take place in French.

Selection Criteria

PhD in philosophy or equivalent at the time of hiring; solid knowledge of Latin; ability and interest in working with, and teaching, people from a variety of disciplinary backgrounds; ability to undertake autonomous and original research in the field, with a view towards international publications; teaching experience; relevant scholarly publications. 

The ability to establish links between Medieval Philosophy and other periods in the History of Philosophy will be considered a strength. Knowledge of Ancient Greek and/or Arabic will also be considered a strength. 

Employment and salary:

Salary in accordance with the current collective agreement.

Valuing equity, diversity and excellence, Université Laval is firmly committed to offering all its employees a work and living environment marked by an inclusive culture. Université Laval considers diversity to be a source of richness, and we encourage qualified individuals of any origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, as well as people with disabilities, to apply.

Université Laval also subscribes to an equalemploymentopportunity program for women, members of visible or ethnic minorities, aboriginal peoples and people with disabilities. Please note that aspects of the selection process can be adapted to meet the needs of people with disabilities, in complete confidentiality. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements , priority will be given to qualified Canadian citizens or permanent residents.

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