Jobs for Philosophers

37. FRIENDS UNIVERSITY, Wichita, KS. Founded in 1898, Friends University is a progressive, private university serving some 2850 traditional and nontraditional students on its main campus and two permanent off-campus sites. Although no longer formally affiliated with the Society of Friends, the University’s Quaker heritage continues to influence its ethos and core values. The University’s mission is to provide high quality undergraduate and graduate education that incorporates liberal arts instruction and professional studies within the context of the Christian faith. The main campus is located in the heart of Wichita, Kansas, a growingmetropolitan area of 400,000 with excellent schools and a variety of cultural and artistic activities. RELIGION/ETHICS. Friends University invites applications for a generalist position in the field of Religion or Philosophy at the rank of Assistant Professor. A Ph.D. in Religion or Philosophy with a specialization in Ethics is required (ABD nearing completion considered). The 4/4 load will be divided between teaching traditional undergraduates in the college of arts and science and adult students in accelerated evening programs in the college of adult studies. In addition to teaching, duties may include developing curriculum, advising traditional undergraduates, and serving on university committees. Preference will be given to applicants who have experience teaching adult learners and experience in professional ethics. Participation in scholarly research is also desired. Please visit www.friends.edu for more detailed information on this position. Duties may begin as early as summer 2006. Applications will be accepted beginning immediately and the search will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected. Review of resumes will begin March 1, 2006. Email/Mail/Fax CV, names, and phone numbers of three professional references, and cover letter referencing job number SP06-344/F, to: Dr. John Yoder, Vice President, Academic Affairs, Friends University, 2100 W. University St., Wichita, KS 67213; Fax: (316) 295-5665; or email acdaffairs@friends.edu. EOE (168W) (169)

*38., *39. SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY, Dallas, TX. The Department of Philosophy in Dedman College at SMU seeks one or two full-time lecturers for the 2006-2007 academic year. These are non-tenurable appointments, but they are renewable annually. Ph.D. is required at time of appointment. Applicants should be able to teach various types of introductory ethics courses as well as undergraduate courses in either philosophyof law, medical ethics, or social and political philosophy. The teaching load will be four courses per semester. The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Submit a letter of application, CV, and three letters of reference that specifically address teaching skills and expertise. Application materials should focus on philosophy of and success with undergraduate teaching. To ensure full consideration for the position, the application must be postmarked by April 1, 2006, but the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. We will be interviewing applicants at the APA Central Division meeting. The committee will notify interviewees of its final employment decision after the position is filled. Send to: Doug Ehring, Chair, Department of Philosophy, PO Box 750142, Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX 75275-0142. SMU will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or veteran status. SMU is also committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of sexual orientation. (169)

40., 41., *42.,*43.,*44. SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE, McAllen, TX. Because of our dynamic growth at all campuses within the district, South Texas College is looking to identify dedicated and committed faculty with values of quality, integrity, and community to provide leadership for its students. We are currently accepting applications for Philosophy Instructors to begin Fall 2006. STC is located in McAllen, Texas. The College is located in the heart of population growth and job opportunities as it is just 10 miles north of the U.S./Mexico Border and approximately 65 miles from beautiful South Padre Island. Visitors to the area enjoy the subtropical climate, year-round sport opportunities, and the wonderful hospitality of South Texas. Please visit our WebPages at http://www.southtexascollege.edu for more information about our college and positions available. STC is an EEO/AA Employer. (169)

45. TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY, Fort Worth, TX. Endowed Chair: Betty S. Wright Chair in Applied Ethics. New Position, Full Time Senior Position. AOS: Applied Ethics AOC: Ethical Theory. 3 courses/year; undergraduate. Salary and benefits competitive, with discretionary research funds. Outstanding teaching and publication record commensurate with the stature of the position. In addition to teaching and research the chair will be expected to be a continuing, important resource on teaching and applying ethical reasoning across the curriculum and in the larger community. Preference will be given to those whose interests in applied ethics are most similar to the disciplinary mix at TCU. TCU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer; TCU values diversity among its faculty, students, and staff and especially encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups. Review of potential candidates will begin March 15, 2006, and applications, together with a CV and 5 confidential letters of recommendation (2 from students) commenting on both scholarship and teaching, should be send to: Wright Chair Search, Philosophy Department, Texas Christian University, TCU Box 297250, Fort Worth, TX 76129. (167) (169)

46. TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY, Fort Worth, TX. Lecturer in Philosophy. Starting August 1, 2006. One-yearappointment, with the possibility of a tenure track opening August 2007. AOS: Philosophy of Science or Philosophy of Language or Ethics. AOC: Any of those areas not in AOS. Must have ability to teach an intermediate-level course in ethics, and courses in introductory and intermediate logic. Position requires participation in our team-taught introductory philosophy course. Qualified candidates must demonstrate a passionate commitment to teaching undergraduate philosophy. (Must show promise of significant publication in at least one of the above areas for tenure track position.) Ph.D. by time of appointment. Teaching load negotiable. Salary competitive. TCU is an EEO/AA employer. Send complete dossier, including a short letter of application, CV, three letters of reference, evidence of teaching excellence, and syllabi of pertinent courses taught to: Search Committee, Philosophy Department, Box 297250, Fort Worth, TX 76129. Application materials should be received by March 7, 2006, for interviews at the APA Pacific Division meeting. (169)

*47.,*48. UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA, Norman, OK. Two possible one-year positions contingent on funding, Visiting Asst. Professor, beginning fall semester, 2006. Position 1) AOS: Open; AOC: Open, but the department has teaching needs in Metaphysics. Position 2) AOS: History of Modern (emphasis on Empiricism and/or Kant); AOC: Open. Five courses per year, undergraduate and graduate level. EO/AAE. Send complete dossier and letter of application to: Hugh H. Benson, Chair, Visiting Search, Department of Philosophy, 455 W. Lindsey Street, Room 605, Norman, OK 73019-2006. Screening will begin on March 15, and applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. (169)