Ph.D. position in Philosophy (funded by NWO, Dutch National Science Foundation) (EXPIRED)

The Ph.D. position is situated within the research project: Epistemology and the Regress Problem: A Probabilistic Approach. This project focuses on the credentials of infinitism as a new approach to the old regress problem in epistemology, and its goal is to develop a viable probabilistic form of infinitistism. Results of this research are expected to be of interest not only for philosophy and the history of philosophy, but also for disciplines beyond philosophy itself, such as cognitive psychology and informatics. In addition to the Ph.D. position, a new postdoc vacancy will be filled in the general area of infinitistic epistemology.

Suitable candidates for this Ph.D. position:

a) pursue an interest in theoretical philosophy, history of philosophy, or cognitive science;
b) can play an active role in the research community of the Faculty of Philosophy;
c) have, or will soon have completed, an M.A. or an M.Sc. in a field relevant to the project;
d) are fluent in English.

The Ph.D. position is for a period of four years on a full time basis, starting on January 1, 2012. The University of Groningen offers a gross monthly salary that will range between € 2,042 per month in the first year to € 2,612 per month in the fourth year. The candidate will be working under the supervision of Jeanne Peijnenburg.

Since its foundation in 1614, the University of Groningen has enjoyed an international reputation as a dynamic and innovative centre of higher education. The Faculty of Philosophy is a rich and lively community of excellent lecturers and researchers. The project will be carried out in the Department of Theoretical Philosophy.

To apply for the Ph.D. position, please

attach:

1. a curriculum vitae, including academic qualifications, grades, a list of publications if applicable, and the names and contact details of two referees;
2. a letter explaining your motivation, your interest in the project, and your competence in the research field;
3.

a writing sample of about 3,000 words as well as your M.A. of M.Sc. thesis.