Jobs for Philosophers

117., 118., 119., 120., 121., 122. DUKE UNIVERSITY, Durham, NC. University Writing Program Fellows. We anticipate offering several postdoctoral fellowships on an interdisciplinary faculty charged with teaching an innovative first-year course in Academic Writing. We seek candidates with a Ph.D. in any field and a demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching. Fellows are asked to draw on their disciplinary training and interests to design a seminar-style course introducing students to academic writing. To apply, please send a CV, a letter in which you discuss your aims in teaching Academic Writing, and a brief proposal for a writing seminar modeled on the course synopses posted at http://fds.duke.edu/db/aas/UWP/courses.html. We may subsequently ask you to provide other supporting materials, including a more detailed course outline, teaching materials, and letters of reference. Appointment is at the level of Lecturing Fellow (non-tenured), starting July 1, 2007. Teaching load is five sections of Academic Writing per year, with each section limited to 12 students. Starting salary in 2007-08 will be $39,000, with strong opportunities for professional development. Contract is for an initial three years, renewable after successful review for two more years. Deadline for applications is Friday, November 3, 2006. Please use our online application form at http://uwp.aas.duke.edu/jobad.html to send us your CV and materials. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail hard copies to Joseph Harris, Chair, Fellows Search, University Writing Program, Duke University, Box 90025, Durham, NC 27708-0025. Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. (171)

123. FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY, Miami, FL. Assistant Professor, tenure-track, beginning Fall 2007. Ph.D. required prior to appointment. Salary competitive. AOS: Philosophy of Social Science or Philosophy of Religion or Metaphysics and Epistemology. AOC: Open but must be able to teach Intro. to Ethics. Teaching load: two introductory and three advanced courses distributed over a two semester academic year. FIU is a public research university. The Department of Philosophy is committed to excellence in both scholarship and teaching. Dossiers should include: a detailed letter of application, a CV, at least three letters of recommendation, transcripts (unofficial copies will suffice for the application process), evidence of teaching excellence, and a writing sample. Applications must be received by November 15, 2006, and must be made through the following secured url: https://www.fiujobs.org/. Look for Philosophy: Position B. If possible, complete dossiers should also be posted to the secured url. If not possible, supplemental materials may be sent to: Chair, Search and Screen Committee B, Department of Philosophy, Florida International University, Miami, FL 33199. FIU is an EO/AA employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. (171)

124. FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY, Miami, FL. Assistant Professor, tenure-track, beginning Fall 2007. Ph.D. required prior to appointment. Salary competitive. AOS: Phenomenology, Hermeneutics, Critical Theory. AOC: History of Philosophy, especially 19th Century or Medieval. Teaching load: two introductory and three advanced courses distributed over a two semester academic year. FIU is a public research university. The Department of Philosophy is committed to excellence in both scholarship and teaching. Dossiers should include: a detailed letter of application, a CV, at least three letters of recommendation, transcripts (unofficial copies will suffice for the application process), evidence of teaching excellence, and a writing sample. Applications must be received by November 15, 2006, and must be made through the following secured url: https://www.fiujobs.org/. Look for Philosophy: Position A. If possible, complete dossiers should also be posted to the secured url. If not possible, supplementary materials may be sent to: Chair, Search and Screen Committee A, Department of Philosophy, Florida International University, Miami, FL 33199. FIU is an EO/AA employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. (171)

125. FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY, TALLAHASSEE, FL. Associate Professor (tenured); beginning Fall 2007. AOS: Philosophy of Science. AOC: Philosophy of Biology. Two courses per semester (four per year); teaching at all levels including graduate seminars. Dissertation supervision. Usual non-teaching duties. The successful applicant will play a significant role in the History and Philosophy of Science Program. Salary competitive. Florida State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, committed to diversity in hiring, and a Public Records Agency. Applicants should send, by December 1, 2006, a letter of application, a full CV, and names of referees to: Prof. P. Rawling, Chair, Department of Philosophy, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL 32306-1500. Fax 850-644-3832. Inquiries to 850-644-1483 or prawling@mailer.fsu.edu. (171)

126. GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY, Statesboro, GA. The Department of Literature and Philosophy is seeking a tenure-track assistant professor of Philosophy. Area of Specialization: Ethics. Teaching assignment consists of 12 hours at the undergraduate level each semester, including teaching core curriculum courses. Responsibilities also include non-teaching duties as assigned by the department chair. Because of the multidisciplinary nature of the department, we seek applicants whoare comfortable working with people from other disciplines. The position is a 9-month appointment, and the salary is competitive and dependent upon qualifications. Required qualifications: Ph.D. in Philosophy, with a specialization in Ethics, by the starting date of the position, August 1, 2007; demonstrated expertise in Ethics; ability to teach Introduction to Philosophy and Critical Thinking; at least two years' teaching experience. Preferred qualifications: Area of concentration is open, but preference will be given to candidates who can teach in one or more of the following areas: Applied Ethics, Aesthetics, or Philosophy of Religion. Screening of applications begins November 1, 2006, and continues until the position is filled. Send letter of application addressing the qualifications cited, CV, at least three letters of recommendation, teaching evaluations, students' grades in courses taught by the applicant, and a writing sample to: Dr. Maria Adamos, Search Chair, Search # 51766, Department of Literature and Philosophy, P.O. Box 8023, Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA 30460-8023, USA. Other documentation might be requested. Georgia Southern University seeks to recruit individuals who are committed to working in diverse academic and professional communities and who are committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and professional service within the University and beyond. Georgia is an Open Records state. Georgia Southern is an AA/EO institution. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the ADA in order to participate in the search process should contact the Associate Provost. For more information about the department, visit http://class.georgiasouthern.edu/litphi, or contact Maria Adamos at madamos@georgiasouthern.edu. (171)

127. GUILFORD COLLEGE, Greensboro, NC. Department of Philosophy, Visiting Assistant Professor, beginning Fall 2007. 3-year, full-time temporary position (with the possibility of later conversion to a tenure-track position). 6 courses/academic year (3/semester), undergraduate level. Teaching duties include offering courses for interdisciplinary programs (Environmental Studies, First Year seminars, senior capstone courses). Other responsibilities may include student advising and college committee work. AOS: Environmental Ethics; AOC: open (Bio- or Medical Ethics and/or Philosophy of Science desirable). Applicants must have Ph.D. and a strong commitment to undergraduate liberal arts education, and should provide evidence of superior teaching ability. EO/AAE; persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply. Please send complete dossier (including letter of application, CV, graduate transcript, 3 letters of recommendation, teaching evaluations, and writing sample) to: Vance Ricks, Chair, Dept. of Philosophy, Guilford College, 5800 West Friendly Avenue, Greensboro, North Carolina 27410 by 06 December 2006. (171)

128. MARYVILLE COLLEGE, Maryville, TN. Tenure-track, full-time, Assist. Prof., begins August 2007. Ph.D. in Philosophy or related area required; college teaching experience preferred. Candidate requirements: broadly trained, committed to strong liberal arts teaching, proficiency in comparative philosophy (Middle East and/or East Asia) and western philosophical traditions. Graduate work: biblical studies and/or early Christianity desirable. Teach: philosophy, and in the College's nationally recognized general education (core) curriculum that may include Biblical Studies, Ethics, World Cultures and/or interdisciplinary Senior Seminar of the candidate's choice. Screening of applications begins October 15, 2006; applications received by January 1, 2007, are assured full consideration. Send letter of application, CV, graduate transcripts, statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching excellence, and 3 letters of reference (two addressing teaching experience and potential) to: Dr. Susan Schneibel, Chair, Div. of Humanities, Maryville College, 502 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37804-5907. EO and specifically from minorities. http://www.maryvillecollege.edu. (171)

129. NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY, Raleigh, NC. The Department of Philosophy and Religion at NC State seeks to appoint an Assistant Professor of Philosophy who specializes in logic or a closely related field. Candidates must be able to teach axiomatic set theory and other topics in formal logic to the advanced level. Teaching competence in one or more of the following fields is desirable but not essential: ancient philosophy, decision theory, epistemology. The duties of the appointee will include teaching, research, and publication, and some administrative and service activities. Some summer work is available. Superior teaching and research abilities are essential. An earned doctorate in Philosophy is required prior to appointment. Applications should include a letter of application, a CV, at least three letters of recommendation, a graduate transcript, and one sample of written work no longer than 30 pages. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2006, and will continue until the position is filled. Please address inquiries and application materials to: Prof. John Carroll, Search Committee Chair, Department of Philosophy and Religion, North Carolina State University, Campus Box 8103, Raleigh, NC 27695-8103; email phil_rel@ncsu.edu. ADA accommodations: contact phil_rel@ncsu.edu or 919-515-3214. NC State welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation. AA/EOE. (171)

130. RHODES COLLEGE, Memphis, TN. Assistant Professor, tenure-track, beginning fall semester, 2007. 5 courses/year, undergraduate teaching. We are a three person department with a pluralistic curriculum in a liberal arts college. A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching is expected, and interest in interdisciplinary teaching is desirable. AOS: Nineteenth and early Twentieth Century Continental philosophy. AOC: Social and Political Philosophy. We are particularly interested in candidates who are qualified to teach Hegel, existentialism, and phenomenology as well as the College's interdisciplinary Search for Values courses. Candidates must have earned a Ph.D. prior to appointment, and previous teaching experience is desirable. Send letter of application, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, writing sample, official transcripts and 3 letters of recommendation to: Dr. Patrick Shade, Chair, Philosophy Department, Rhodes College, 2000 North Parkway Avenue, Memphis, TN 38112. Direct inquiries to Shade@Rhodes.edu. Further information about the department can be found on the department's website. Postmark deadline for applications: November 30, 2006. Rhodes is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce and encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups. Please see our diversity statement at http://www.rhodes.edu/about/376.asp. (171)

131. STETSON UNIVERSITY, DeLand, FL. Assistant Professor of Philosophy, Tenure-track. Beginning August 2007; 3 courses/semester (including occasional first year seminar); undergraduate only; possibility of summer teaching; usual non-teaching duties; salary competitive. AOS: Epistemology and Metaphysics: AOC: Ancient Philosophy. Ph.D. required. Send the following: (1) CV; (2) 3 letters of reference (3) graduate school transcripts; (4) brief writing sample (5) teaching evaluations, if available, to: Ronald L. Hall, Chair, Department of Philosophy, Stetson University, DeLand, FL 32720. Selected applicants will be interviewed at the APA Eastern Division meeting in Washington, D.C.; application deadline for potential interviews, December 1st. Stetson University, an equal opportunity employer, affirms the values and goals of diversity and strongly encourages applications from women and groups historically under-represented in higher education. For information on Stetson, please see our web page: www.stetson.edu. (SW06) (171)

*132. UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM (UAB), Birmingham, AL. Assistant Professor (tenure-earning) beginning fall term, 2007, pending budgetary approval.6 courses/year undergraduate usual non-teaching duties. AOS: open. AOC: open. Ph.D. prior to appointment;preferred prior to application. Teaching experience and publications preferred. Salary competitive. Materials to accompany application should include: letter of application and complete dossier with writing sample as well as candidate's email address. No electronic submission. Information about the department can be obtained by consulting www.uab.edu/philosophy. Send application materials to: Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, 414 A, Humanities Building 900, 13th St. So., Birmingham, AL, 35294-1260. Phone: 205 934-4805. All applications received by November 10 will receive full consideration. Applications accepted until position is filled. Interviews to be arranged at APA Eastern Division meeting. UAB is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and actively seeks applications from women and minority candidates. (171)

133. UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI, Coral Gables, FL. Open rank position, to begin Fall 2007. AOS: Open; preference for Ethics (broadly conceived). AOC: Open. Candidates specializing in areas other than Ethics will be considered only at the Associate or Full Professor levels. We seek a promising or accomplished scholar who will pursue a vigorous research program, teach at the graduate and undergraduate levels, and take full part in the normal activities of the department. Salary highly competitive and commensurate with rank and credentials. Applicants at the junior level should submit a full dossier; applicants at senior levels should send a CV and the names and addresses of at least three references. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Review of applicants will begin on November 6, 2006, and continue until the position is filled. We intend to interview promising junior candidates and, where possible, meet informally with promising senior candidates at the APA Eastern Division meeting. Send applications to: Open Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, University of Miami, P.O. Box 248054, Coral Gables, FL 33124-4670. For information concerning the department, see our web site www.miami.edu/phi; inquiries may be sent to philosophy@miami.edu. The University of Miami is an EO/AAE institution. (171)

134. UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI, Coral Gables, FL. Assistant Professor, to begin Fall 2007. AOS: Ancient or Modern Philosophy or Ethics (broadly conceived). AOC: Open. We seek a promising scholar who will pursue a vigorous research program, teach at the graduate and undergraduate levels, and take full part in the normal activities of the department. Salary highly competitive and commensurate with rank and credentials. Applicants should submit a full dossier. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Review of applicants will begin on November 6, 2006, and continue until the position is filled. We intend to interview promising candidates at the Eastern Division meeting. Send applications to: Junior Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, University of Miami, P.O. Box 248054, Coral Gables, FL 33124-4670. For information concerning the department, see our web site www.miami.edu/phi; inquiries may be sent to philosophy@miami.edu. The University of Miami is an EO/AAE institution. (171)

135. UNIVERSITY OF MONTEVALLO, Montevallo, AL. Assistant Professor of Philosophy and English. AOS & AOC: Open. The ideal candidate should have an interdisciplinary background in Philosophy and English. Either a Ph.D. in Philosophy with minimum 18 graduate hours in English, or a Ph.D. in English with minimum 18 graduate hours in Philosophy willbe required. The successful candidate will teach Philosophy in a vibrant interdisciplinary department that comprises Philosophy, English, and Foreign Languages, and would demonstrate the ability to teach freshman composition and world literature at the sophomore level. The four course teaching load will include two philosophy courses and some combination of freshman composition and sophomore world literature each semester. The composition course will involve argumentation and reasoning, and the literature course may have philosophical content. The University of Montevallo is a public liberal arts college and member of COPLAC. The University is committed to building a diverse and broadly trained faculty. We encourage applicants with demonstrated excellence in interdisciplinary teaching, a commitment to teaching in a liberal arts college environment, and a scholarly research program. For more information, please visit www.montevallo.edu/cas/engforlan.shtm. Send a complete dossier, writing sample and graduate school transcripts by November 14th to: Search Committee (Philosophy), University of Montevallo, Montevallo, AL 35115. (171)

136. UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE, Charlotte, NC. The Philosophy Department invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor, beginning August 2007. We are interested in scholars working in Environmental Philosophy (e.g., ethics or aesthetics in connection with engineering, public policy, or urban planning) OR Philosophy of Technology (e.g., biotechnology, nanotechnology, intersection of humanities and technology) OR Latin American Philosophy. Teaching load: two courses a semester, undergraduate and graduate. Teaching experience required; Ph.D. required; publication appropriate to rank. Research and service interests should enhance our ability to pursue outside grants. UNC Charlotte is a rapidly growing doctoral-level state university located in a thriving urban area with a student body of more than 21,000 and a full-time faculty of over 750. The department currently has 14 full-time and 6 part-time faculty. We are also hiring a Distinguished Professor in Business Ethics this year. We have had teaching and program involvement in all seven of the University's colleges, so we have a strong tradition of interdisciplinary studies. We offer a traditional and applied major, a Graduate Certificate in Applied Ethics, and an MA in Ethics and Applied Philosophy. We are closely affiliated with UNC Charlotte's Center for Professional and Applied Ethics, where the successful candidate will be a faculty associate. Please visit our web site: <www.philosophy.uncc.edu>. Please send (via regular or e-mail) a letter describing your qualifications (especially concerning your possible contributions to the graduate programs at UNC Charlotte), CV, and at least three letters of recommendation to: Search Committee A, Department of Philosophy, UNC Charlotte, 9201 University City Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28223-0001. Screening of applications will begin November 1, 2006, and will continue until position is filled. We will be interviewing at the APA Eastern Division meeting in D.C. UNC Charlotte is an AA/EOE employer, values diversity in its faculty and students, and especially encourages applications from women and underrepresented minorities. (171)

137. UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE, Charlotte, NC. The Belk College of Business, the Department of Philosophy, and the Center for Professional and Applied Ethics of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte invite applications for the Jule and Marguerite Surtman Distinguished Professorship in Business Ethics, beginning August 2007. The Surtman Professor will have a joint appointment in the Belk College (tenure home) and the Philosophy Department in the College of Arts and Sciences, and will be a Senior Associate of the Ethics Center. Qualifications for this joint appointment include a Ph.D. in Philosophy, Management, Business Administration, or a related field, and a distinguished research record in business ethics that warrants appointment to an endowed professorship. The ideal candidate will provide leadership in business ethics at UNC Charlotte by enhancing or creating relationships with the business community and by developing symposia, curricula, and research programs for students and professionals. The Surtman Professor will teach three courses a year in business and philosophy. UNC Charlotte is a rapidly growing research intensive, doctoral-level state university located in the second largest financial center in the U.S., with over 20,000 students and 800 full-time faculty members. Accredited by AACSB International, the Belk College of Business offers undergraduate programs ranging from entrepreneurship to management information systems (2500 students), and specialized graduate degrees in accounting, economics, and mathematical finance (500 students). The Belk College offers an MBA and, starting August 2006, a Ph.D. The Department of Philosophy has 14 full-time faculty members, including the Distinguished Professor in Health Care Ethics (Dr. Rosemarie Tong). The Department offers a Graduate Certificate in Applied Ethics and, starting August 2006, an MA in Ethics and Applied Philosophy. The Center for Professional and Applied Ethics hosts the annual Barnhardt Seminar on Ethics and the World of Business. Please visit website (www.uncc.edu) for more information on the University, the Belk College of Business, the Philosophy Department, and the Center for Professional and Applied Ethics. Interested parties should send a letter describing their qualifications, along with a CV and name of three references, to: Surtman Search Committee, Dean's Office, Belk College of Business, UNC Charlotte, 9201 University City Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28223-0001. Screening of applications will begin on or before November 1, 2006, and will continue until the position is filled. UNC Charlotte is an AA/EOE employer, values diversity in its faculty and students, and especially encourages applications from women and underrepresented minorities. (171)

138. UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA WILMINGTON, Wilmington, NC. Assistant Professor, Philosophy, Philosophy and Religion Department. The UNCW Philosophy and Religion Department seeks a historian of philosophy in 19th-20th existentialist/phenomenological traditions to fill a tenure-track position (#4560) for 2007-2008. Teaching needs also in philosophy of art, history of political philosophy, philosophy of social science. Ph.D. preferred, MA required. Basic studies, upper-level undergraduate courses. To apply, complete the online process at http://consensus.uncw.edu and send a professional paper to turrisip@uncw.edu via email attachment. Applications must be received by November 10, 2006, to get priority consideration. Additional information from turrisip@uncw.edu. UNCW is an EO/AA employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. (171)

139. UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA WILMINGTON, Wilmington, NC. Assistant Professor, Philosophy, Philosophy and Religion Department. The UNCW Philosophy and Religion Department seeks an assistant professor to fill a tenure-track position (#6909) in Ethical Theory for 2007-2008. Teaching needs also in bioethics, ethics and public administration. Ph.D. preferred, MA required. Basic studies and upper-level undergraduate courses. To apply, complete the online application process at http://consensus.uncw.edu. A professional paper should also be sent to gauthierc@uncw.edu via email attachment. Applications must be received by November 10, 2006, to get priority consideration. Additional information is available from gauthierc@uncw.edu. UNCW is an EO/AA employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. (171)

140. UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA, Chapel Hill, NC. Tenure-track position in philosophy, for an Assistant Professor with a start date of July 1, 2007. Semester system; 2 courses per semester, undergraduate and graduate; thesis supervision; standard non-teaching duties. The position is open. Salary competitive. For information about the UNC-CH philosophy department see http://www.unc.edu/depts/phildept/phil.htm. Direct inqiries to Prof. David Reeve, cdcreeve@email.unc.edu. Review of applications begins November 1, 2006, and continues until the position is filled or the search closed. Candidates should include letters of reference, and a writing sample. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. Applications should be made online at http://philosophy.unc.edu/2006searches. (171)

141., 142. UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA, Chapel Hill, NC. Two Visiting positions for a Full, Associate, or Assistant Professor, the other for an Assistant Professor. Salary commensurate with experience. Semester system. The Department seeks people who work in moral or political philosophy. For one position, interests specifically in issues related to morality, rationality and self interest are desirable. For either position, the ability to teach bioethics, business ethics, or a course that would fit in to our new Philosophy, Politics, and Economics Program, would be an advantage. For information about the UNC-CH philosophy department see http://www.unc.edu/depts/phildept/phil.htm. Direct inquiries to Prof. Jan Boxill, jmboxill@email.unc.edu. Review of applications begins January 15th, 2007 and continues until the position is filled or the search closed. Candidates for appointment as Full or Associate Professors should submit a CV (with a list of references) and a letter of application; candidates for appointment as Assistant Professor should include letters of reference and a writing sample. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. Applications should be made online at http://philosophy.unc.edu/2006searches. (171)

143. UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA, Chapel Hill, NC. Tenure-track position in philosophy, for an Assistant, Associate, or possibly Full Professor, with a starting date of July 1, 2007. Semester system; 2 courses per semester, undergraduate and graduate; thesis supervision; standard non-teaching duties. The position is open. Salary competitive. For information about the UNC-CH philosophy department see http://www.unc.edu/depts/phildept/phil.htm. Direct inquiries to Prof. David Reeve, cdcreeve@email.unc.edu. Review of applications begins November 1, 2006, and continues until the position is filled or the search closed. Candidates for senior appointment should submit a CV (with a list of references) and a letter of application; candidates for appointment as Assistant Professor or Associate Professor should include letters of reference, and a writing sample. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. Applications should be made online at http://philosophy.unc.edu/2006searches. (171)

144. UNIVERSITY OF NORTH FLORIDA, Jacksonville, FL. We seek an Assistant Professor of Philosophy, beginning fall semester, 2007. The equivalent of 6 courses/year (3/semester), undergraduate/graduate. AOS: Ethics, Applied Ethics, or Social-Political Philosophy. The successful candidate must have demonstrated teaching and research interests in environmental philosophy. He/she will be expected to participate in the department's MA program in Practical Philosophy and Applied Ethics and in UNF's Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida Center for Ethics, Public Policy, and the Professions. Ph.D. in philosophy required by time of appointment. UNF's is a pluralistic department emphasizing diverse approaches to teaching and research. A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching is required as demonstrated by previous successful teaching experience; a portion of the teaching load will be lower division introductory philosophy courses that meet general education requirements. Evidence of scholarly promise and a willingness to contribute to the department's service mission are required. Usual non-teaching duties. Research release and summer work available. We encourage applications from women and minorities. Mail complete dossier, including a letter of application, CV, at least three letters of recommendation, graduate transcripts, a writing sample up to 25 pages, and evidence of successful teaching experience, to: Philosophy Search 2, Department of Philosophy, University of North Florida, Jacksonville, FL 32224-2665. Deadline for applications November 17, 2006. NOTE: to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a one-page application form online, by the deadline of November 17, 2006, at http://www.unfjobs.org, in addition to submitting by mail all required documents. Applicants who do not complete the one-page online application form will not be considered for this position. UNF is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action Institution. (171)

145. UNIVERSITY OF NORTH FLORIDA, Jacksonville, FL. We seek a colleague who specializes in Gender/Feminist and/or Race Theory. Rank Open. Tenure-track, with possibility of tenure for senior level appointee. Beginning fall semester, 2007. The successful candidate must have demonstrated research and teaching accomplishments in the desired areas appropriate to level of hire. She or he will be expected to participate in the department's MA program in Practical Philosophy and Applied Ethics and in UNF's Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida Center for Ethics, Public Policy, and the Professions. Ph.D. in philosophy required by time of appointment. UNF's is a pluralistic department emphasizing diverse approaches to teaching and research. A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching is required as demonstrated by previous successful teaching experience; a portion of the teaching load will be lower division introductory philosophy courses that meet general education requirements. A willingness to contribute to the department's service mission is required. Usual non-teaching duties. The equivalent of 6 courses/year (3/semester), undergraduate/graduate. Research release and summer work available. We encourage applications from women and minorities. Applicants interested in a senior level (full or associate) position should send letter of interest, CV, and the names of at least three references to: Philosophy Search 1, Department of Philosophy, University of North Florida, Jacksonville, FL 32224-2665. Applicants interested in a junior level (assistant professor) position should send to the same address a complete dossier, including a letter of application, CV, at least three letters of recommendation, graduate transcripts, a writing sample up to 25 pages, and evidence of successful teaching experience. Nominations of senior level candidates welcome. Deadline for applications November 17, 2006. NOTE: to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a one-page application form online, by the deadline of November 17, 2006, at http://www.unfjobs.org, in addition to submitting by mail all required documents. Applicants who do not complete the one-page online application form will not be considered for this position. UNF is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action Institution. (171)

146. UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA, Columbia, SC. The Department of Philosophy invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor position, tenure-track (with the possibility of tenure at the Associate level), beginning Fall 2007. AOS: Philosophy of Science. AOC: Open. We are particularly seeking a candidate who specializes in a technically-oriented area of philosophy of science, understood to include areas such as the philosophy of a special science, as well as philosophy of mathematics as it relates to scientific theory or practice. We are not seeking a specialist in the philosophy of quantum theory, although candidates with a specialty in another area and competence in quantum theory will be considered. Candidates with serious competence in a special science, or mathematics, are encouraged to apply, keeping in mind that the successful candidate will also have broad competence in philosophy and be able to contribute to the philosophical life of the Department. The Department is at the heart of a strong inter-disciplinary group working in Science, Technology, the Environment, and Medicine, and the successful applicant will have the opportunity to contribute to this group. Applicants should send a complete dossier, including a current CV, all graduate transcripts (for those applying at the Assistant Professor level), 3-6 letters of recommendation, a substantial sample of written work, a statement of teaching and research interests, and evidence of teaching strength. Applications are being accepted immediately, and will remain under review until the position is filled. Applicants at the Assistant Professor level, anticipating an interview at the APA Eastern Division meeting, must have their applications to the Department by November 30. Applications should be addressed to: Michael Dickson, Chair, Philosophy of Science Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC 29208. Interviews may take place at the APA Eastern Division meeting. The University of South Carolina is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status. (171)

147. UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA, Columbia, SC. The Department of Philosophy invites applications for an Assistant Professor position, tenure-track, beginning Fall 2007. Candidates should have a strong research interest in bioethics, the philosophy and history of medicine, or a related area of medical humanities; additional research interests in other areas of applied ethics, ethical theory, social and political philosophy, or the philosophy of science will be an asset. Experience teaching and conducting research in a hospital or medical school would be desirable, and may lead to affiliation with the USC Center for Bioethics. Candidates with training in interdisciplinary programs will be seriously considered. The ability to teach philosophy courses and satisfy tenure and promotion criteria in the Department of Philosophy is necessary. Applicants should send complete dossier, including current CV, graduate transcript, three letters of recommendation, sample of written work, and evidence of teaching ability. Complete applications must be received by November 17, 2006. Applications should be addressed to: Chair, Bioethics Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC 29208. Review of applications will commence immediately after the November 17 due date and continue until the job is filled. Interviews will take place at the APA Eastern Division meeting. The University of South Carolina is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and encourages women and members of minority groups to apply. The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status. (171)

148. UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE, Knoxville, TN. Assistant Professor, tenure-track position. AOS: Analytic Epistemology, broadly construed. AOC: Open. Our department provides broad philosophical training with a special focus on applied ethics and value theory. Starting August 2007. Ph.D. by appointment. Evidence of potential for high quality research and excellent teaching. Must be able to direct graduate level research. The successful candidate will conduct research in epistemology; teach graduate and undergraduate courses, including graduate courses in epistemology; supervise graduate work; participate in the usual administrative and advising responsibilities; engage in institutional and professional service. Salary competitive (nine month appointment). Possible summer work. The University welcomes and honors people of all races, genders, creeds, cultures, and sexual orientations, and values intellectual curiosity, pursuit of knowledge, and academic freedom and integrity. Send full dossier, including letters of reference, writing sample, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and statement addressing how you would contribute to our department to: Susan Williams, Epistemology Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37996 0480. Position will remain open until filled, but applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by November 1. Interviewing at the APA Eastern Division meeting. The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. (171)

149. UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE, Knoxville, TN. Assistant Professor, tenure-track position. AOS: Ancient Philosophy. AOC: Should include medieval philosophy. Our department provides broad philosophical training with a special focus on applied ethics and value theory. Starting August 2007. Ph.D. by appointment. Evidence of potential for high quality research and excellent teaching. Must be able to direct graduate level research. The successful candidate will conduct research in ancient philosophy; teach graduate and undergraduate courses, including graduate courses in ancient and medieval philosophy; supervise graduate work; participate in the usual administrative and advising responsibilities; engage in institutional and professional service. Salary competitive (nine month appointment). Possible summer work. The university welcomes and honors people of all races, creeds, cultures, and sexual orientations, and values intellectual curiosity, pursuit of knowledge, and academic freedom and integrity. Send full dossier, including letters of reference, writing sample, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and statement addressing how you would contribute to our department to: Professor David Reidy, Chair Search Committee - Ancient, Department of Philosophy, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37996 0480. Position will remain open until filled, but applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by November 1. Interviewing at the APA Eastern Division meeting. The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. (171)

150. VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY, Nashville, TN. Assistant Professor, tenure-track, beginning Fall semester 2007. AOS: Ancient Philosophy. AOC: Open. Applicants with a strong interest in Plato are especially encouraged to apply. 4 courses/year, undergraduate and graduate. Dissertation supervision and usual committee work. Salary based on experience and accomplishment. Send completedossier (application letter, CV, manageable writing sample, graduate transcripts, at least three letters of reference, and evidence of teaching effectiveness) to Robert Talisse, Ancient Philosophy Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN 37240. EO/AAE. Women, minority candidates, and members of historically under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. Those wishing to be interviewed at the APA Eastern Division meeting must apply by November 15th. Reception and review of dossiers will continue until position is filled. (171)

151. VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY, Nashville, TN. Vanderbilt University Assistant Professor, tenure-track, beginning Fall semester 2007. AOS: Ethics, Phenomenology or Feminist Philosophy. AOC: open but candidates without an AOS in Phenomenology must have an AOC in Phenomenology 4 courses/year, undergraduate and graduate. Dissertation supervision and usual committee work. Salary based on experience and accomplishment. Send complete dossier (application letter, CV, manageable writing sample, graduate transcripts, at least three letters of reference, and evidence of teaching effectiveness) to Kelly Oliver, Ethics, Phenomenology or Feminist Philosophy Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, Vanderbilt University, Furman Hall 111, Nashville, TN 37240. EO/AAE. Women, minority candidates, and members of historically under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. Those wishing to be interviewed at the Eastern APA must apply by November 15th. Reception and review of dossiers will continue until position is filled. (171)