Jobs for Philosophers

58., 59., *60.,*61.,*62.,*63. CLINICAL BIOETHICS - NIH - DHHS, Bethesda, MD. DEPARTMENT OF CLINICAL BIOETHICS, NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES: Two year postdoctoral fellowships begin September 2007. Fellows will study and participate in research in health policy, human subject research, international research ethics, and other bioethics fields of interest. About 70% of the time is devoted to mentored research. In addition, fellows will participate in bioethics seminars, case conferences, ethics consultations, IRB deliberations, and have access to multiple educational opportunities at the NIH. Teaching not required but teaching in a Department of Philosophy can be arranged. AOS or AOC: ethics of political philosophy. No bioethics experience expected or required. Stipend based on prior experience and current US government schedule is approximately $44,100/yr without prior postdoctoral experience. EO/AAE. Applications to include: CV, 1000-word statement of interest, official graduate and undergraduate transcripts, a writing sample(s) not to exceed 30 pages total, and three letters of reference. Mail applications to Becky Chen, Clinical Bioethics - NIH, 10 Center Drive, 10/1C118, Bethesda, MD 20892-1156. Further information: www.bioethics.nih.gov; 301/496-2429; bchen@cc.nih.gov. APPLICATION DEADLINE: RECEIVED BY DECEMBER 31, 2006. (SW06) (172)

64. COLLEGE OF NOTRE DAME OF MARYLAND, Baltimore, MD. The Philosophy Department of College of Notre Dame of Maryland invites applicants for a full-time tenure-track position as experienced Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, to serve as department chair beginning fall semester, 2007. Notre Dame seeks a teacher/scholar who will provide strong leadership in collaboration with faculty and will further a clear vision for the future of the department. The successful candidate will be able to document and demonstrate effective classroom teaching. The normal course load for a chair is seven courses per year. Preferred area of specialization is Ethics. (Teaching experience in business ethics and medical ethics preferred.) Candidates who exhibit a broad approach to the study of philosophy and a commitment to a student body characterized by diversity are priorities. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. Notre Dame is a vibrant liberal arts institution that educates over 3,000 students in three degree programs: the traditional four-year program for women, the weekend and accelerated colleges for working adults, and the graduate program for women and men. Faculty members promote the mission of College of Notre Dame of Maryland: College of Notre Dame of Maryland educates women as leaders to transform the world. Embracing the vision of the founders, the School Sisters of Notre Dame, the College provides a liberal arts education in the Catholic tradition. Distinctive undergraduate and graduate programs challenge women and men to strive for intellectual and professional excellence, to build inclusive communities, to engage in service to others and to promote social responsibility. Qualified candidates should send letter of application including a brief statement of teaching philosophy, CV, and three recent letters of reference to: Sharon Kanis, SSND, Ph.D., College of Notre Dame of Maryland, 4701 N. Charles St. Baltimore, MD 21210. Candidates are welcome to e-mail skanis@ndm.edu for further information. Applications are due by December 8, 2006. College of Notre Dame is an Equal Opportunity employer. (171W) (172)

65. DESALES UNIVERSITY, Center Valley, PA. DeSALES UNIVERSITY invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure faculty appointment in PHILOSOPHY, to begin August 2007. AOS: Open. We seek someone who is rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, enjoys teaching undergraduates, and is respectful of the Catholic and Salesian mission of the university. The position involves teaching four courses each semester (Introduction to Philosophy, and various upper-level courses), as well as standard non-teaching duties. Although this is a non-tenure position, the successful applicant can take advantage of our generous long-term contracts with the possibility of conversion to a tenure-track position in the distant future. Doctoral degree and college teaching experience preferred. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Send CV, copies of transcripts, and three letters of reference to: Brian Kane, Ph.D., Department of Philosophy and Theology, DeSales University, 2755 Station Avenue, Center Valley, PA 18034-9568. To ensure complete consideration, all application materials must be received by December 1, 2006. Please consider our web site before applying: http://www.desales.edu/default.aspx?pageid=290 (172)

66. DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY, Pittsburgh , PA. Full time tenure-track position beginning fall semester 2007. Rank: Assistant Professor. AOS: Continental Ethics. AOC: Open. Duties include supervision of Ph.D. students and commitment to the highest quality graduate and undergraduate teaching, including teaching the Core curriculum. The Duquesne Philosophy Department has a strong commitment to contemporary continental philosophy. Send complete dossier, including evidence of teaching effectiveness and recent writing sample, to Search Committee, Philosophy Department, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh PA 15282. Deadline for applications: December 1, 2006. We will be interviewing at the Eastern Division APA meeting. Applicants must be willing to contribute actively to the mission of the University as well as show respect for the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community. Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit. Duquesne University is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit. Motivated by its Catholic identity, Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer. (171W) (172)

67. FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY, Frostburg, MD. Philosophy Department at a comprehensive, teaching-oriented institution in a rural setting seeks an excellent teacher and collegially-minded colleague to replace a retiring department member. This is a full time, tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning fall semester, 2007. RESPONSIBILITIES: Teach eight undergraduate courses per year (four each semester), advise students, and serve on various departmental, university and external committees as required. AOS: Open. Required AOC: Feminist Philosophy and either Philosophy of Law or Epistemology. QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in Philosophy prior to appointment and demonstrated effectiveness in teaching required. Scholarly research desirable. Direct position inquiries to Dr. Skott Brill, 301-687-4249. Please send a letter of application, CV, graduate transcripts, three letters of recommendation, short writing sample, and evidence of teaching effectiveness, by December 13, 2006, to: Frostburg State University, Office of Human Resources, ATTN: Assistant Professor of Philosophy (Position #07-010112), Frostburg, MD 21532 or email humanresources@frostburg.edu. Interviews will be held at the APA Eastern Division meeting. FSU is An EOE. Appropriate Auxiliary Aids & Services For Qualified Individuals with Disability Provided Upon Request. Please Notify in Advance. WWW.FROSTBURG.EDU. (172)

68. GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY, Fairfax, VA. The Department of Philosophy at George Mason University invites applications for a tenure-track, assistant professor position beginning fall 2007. AOS: Critical race theory; AOC: Africana philosophy or some closely related field. George Mason is a growing university in the metropolitan Washington, DC area, with an extremely diverse student body. The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to undergraduate and graduate programs in the Philosophy Department as well as to George Mason’s programs in African-American Studies and, (at the doctoral level) Cultural Studies. Applicants must have, or be close to completion of, a Ph.D. in Philosophy. Candidates should send a letter of application with a CV, writing sample, and three letters of recommendation to: Critical Race Theory Search, Prof. Ted Kinnaman, Chair, Department of Philosophy, George Mason University, 4400 Univ. Dr., MS 3F1, Fairfax, VA 22030. The department will continue reviewing applications until the position is filled. George Mason University is an equal opportunity employer. To assist us in our compliance with Federal/State equal employment record keeping, please go to our on-line application site at https://jobs.gmu.edu and search for position number: F8806Z. Please click on Create an application. After completing the application, you will be asked to provide Voluntary Demographic Data followed by several compliance questions. The Voluntary Demographic Data will not be used in any way to determine your eligibility for employment and will not be viewed by the hiring manager. (172)

69. GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY, Fairfax, VA. The Department of Philosophy at George Mason University invites applications for a tenure-track, assistant professor position beginning fall 2007. AOS: Bioethics, ethics. Salary is competitive based on experience. Candidates should send a letter of application with a CV, writing sample, and three letters of recommendation to: Search Committee, Prof. Ted Kinnaman, Chair, Department of Philosophy, George Mason University, 4400 Univ. Dr., MS 3F1, Fairfax, VA 22030. The department will continue reviewing applications until the position is filled. George Mason University is an equal opportunity employer. To assist us in our compliance with Federal/State equal employment record keeping, please go to our on-line application site at https://jobs.gmu.edu and search for position number: F8583Z. Please click on Create an application. After completing the application, you will be asked to provide Voluntary Demographic Data followed by several compliance questions. The Voluntary Demographic Data will not be used in any way to determine your eligibility for employment and will not be viewed by the hiring manager. (172)

70. GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY, Washington, DC. The Department of Philosophy invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning fall 2007. AOS: Logic, Philosophy of Mathematics. AOC: At least two of the following: 20th Century Analytic Philosophy, Epistemology, History of Philosophy, Philosophy of Science. Basic Qualifications: applicants must possess a Ph.D. in Philosophy. ABDs may apply, but Ph.D. in Philosophy must be in hand by August 1, 2007. Teaching excellence, as demonstrated by teaching assessments, is essential. Some teaching in introductory logic and introduction to philosophy may be required. Applicants must also be committed to forging academic links between philosophy, mathematics, and related fields. The successful candidate will be prepared to teach philosophy majors and advanced undergraduates in advanced logic, philosophy of logic, and philosophy of mathematics. Normal departmental duties. Salary competitive. Minorities and women are especially encouraged to apply. Application Procedure: Send letter of application describing research and teaching interests; CV; three reference letters; sample syllabi from courses taught, and a writing sample (preferably brief) to: Paul Churchill, Search Committee Chair, Department of Philosophy, Phillips 525, George Washington University, Washington, DC 20052. Review of applications will begin December 15, 2006, and will continue until the position is filled. Only completed applications will be considered. Completed applications must be received by December 15, 2006, for basically qualified applicants to be considered for pre-arranged interviews at the Eastern APA meeting. George Washington University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. (172)

*71. HAMPDEN-SYDNEY COLLEGE, VIRGINIA. Visiting Asst. Prof., one year, beginning fall semester 2007, contingent on funding and approval of position. 7 undergraduate courses total in two semesters: 4 history of philosophy courses plus 3 sections of interdisciplinary Western Culture course. Thesis supervision optional. AOS or AOC: history of philosophy. Ph. D. preferred. Salary competitive. EO/AAE. Send detailed letter of application speaking to interest in position, CV, 3 letters of recommendation, and evidence of teaching excellence to Prof. Patrick Wilson, Philosophy Search Committee, Hampden-Sydney College, Hampden-Sydney, VA 23943. Interviews at Eastern APA. Postmark deadline for applications: 27 November 2006. (172)

72. JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY, Baltimore, MD. The Department of Philosophy at the Johns Hopkins University is seeking a philosopher of international reputation to fill the Duane L. Peterson Chair in Ethics. AOS: Moral philosophy. AOC: Open. Undergraduate and graduate teaching; two courses per semester, with usual advising and administrative responsibilities. The Department is willing to consider appointing an exceptionally promising younger philosopher at the rank of Associate Professor with tenure, with a view to eventual promotion the Peterson Chair. Please send a CV together with the names and addresses of three referees to Senior Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, 347 Gilman Hall, The Johns Hopkins University, 3400 North Charles St., Baltimore, MD 21218. Applications should arrive by December 15, 2006. The Johns Hopkins University actively encourages interest from minorities and women. Johns Hopkins is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. (172)

73., *74. JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY, Baltimore, MD. The Greenwall Fellowship Program in Bioethics and Health Policy, an interdisciplinary program sponsored jointly by Johns Hopkins and Georgetown University (and in collaboration with the Philosophy Departments of both universities), is offering a two-year post-doctoral fellowship beginning September 2007. The position includes supervised research, an individualized academic program, and an internship in a health policy setting. The stipend will be approximately $55,000 per year. No prior bioethics experience required. Please send a cover letter, CV, three letters of reference, copies of undergraduate/graduate transcripts, a writing sample, and a personal statement describing why you want to be a Greenwall Fellow to: Dr. Ruth Faden, Greenwall Fellowship Program, c/o Bioethics Institute, Johns Hopkins University, 100 N. Charles St., Suite 740, Baltimore, MD 21201. For more information, visit http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/bioethics/Academics/Greenwall/greenwall.html. We will be interviewing at the APA Eastern Division meeting. The deadline for receipt of applications is December 1, 2006. (171) (172)

75. NEUMANN COLLEGE, Aston, PA. Assistant/Associate Professor of Philosophy. Catholic Education in the Franciscan Tradition. AOC: Ethics. AOS: Open. Neumann College is a private, Catholic, Liberal Arts College in the Catholic Franciscan Tradition enrolling approximately 2800 students. The Division of Arts & Sciences invites applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor of Philosophy (rank dependent upon qualifications) beginning in August, 2007. The successful candidate will be able to teach courses in our core curriculum (Introduction to Philosophy and Introduction to Ethics) as well as upper-level courses in applied ethics. Area of specialization is open. Responsibilities include advising undergraduate students, committee participation, and teaching four courses per semester. Qualified candidates must possess an appreciation for and congruence with the Catholic, Franciscan mission of the College, as well as an understanding of the role of Philosophy in a Catholic institution of higher education. Submit application letter, CV with references, three (3) letters of reference, and documentation of effective teaching to: Neumann College, David W. Brownlee, Vice President for Human Resources, One Neumann Drive, Aston, PA 19014. EOE. M/F/D/V. (172)

76. PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY, State College, PA. The Department of Philosophy invites applications for a tenure-track or tenured position, rank Assistant or beginning Associate Professor, beginning fall 2007. AOS in one of the following areas: Medieval or 19th Century Philosophy. AOC: Open. Two courses per semester, teaching at all levels, usual non-teaching duties. Ph.D. prior to appointment. Salary competitive. Our department is grounded in the history of philosophy, with specialties in Continental and American philosophy. Applicants should submit a dossier that includes a CV, a graduate transcript, a writing sample, and evidence of successful teaching. They should also arrange to have sent three confidential letters of recommendation. We will hold interviews at the APA Eastern Division meeting. To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by November 28, 2006 at: Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, 240 Sparks Building, Penn State, University Park, PA 16802-5201. Tel: 814-865-6397; fax: 814-865-0119. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce. (171) (172)

77. PRINCETON UNIVERSITY, Princeton, NJ. One or more tenure-track positions in Philosophy, effective September 1, 2007. Rank: Open. For each, AOS and AOC: Open. Applicants wishing to be considered only for a tenured position should so indicate in their letter of application. Teaching responsibilities: 6 hours (up to two courses) per semester (graduate and undergraduate levels); thesis supervision; usual departmental duties; no summer work. Salary according to qualifications. Ph.D. or equivalent by September 1, 2007, strongly preferred, but not required. Candidates for the Ph.D. who have not completed all the requirements by September 1, 2007, may only be appointed at the rank of Instructor, only for one year (renewable). The department welcomes applications from candidates with prior experience as well as from new Ph.D.s. A complete application will contain the following materials, which cannot be returned: 1)a letter of application, which specifies whether the application is for a senior (tenured) or a junior position (Assistant Professor for an initial term of three years); 2) a CV, 3) a sample of writing in the candidate’s field of specialization, 4) for candidates for appointment at the junior level, three or more confidential letters of reference; for applicants at application speaking to interest in position, CV, 3 the Senior Level, the names and addresses of three or more referees from whom we might solicit a confidential appraisal. We regret that we cannot accept applications by FAX or undertake to solicit missing materials. Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The department particularly invites applications from women and members of under-represented minorities. Please direct all inquiries and application materials to: The Appointments Committee, Department of Philosophy, 212 1879 Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ 08544-1006 USA Deadline: Applications that are complete by November 30, 2006, will be assured of the most careful consideration. (171W) (172)

78. RICHARD STOCKTON COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY, Pomona, NJ. CHINESE PHILOSOPHY. The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Chinese Philosophy to start September 2007. Salaries competitive with excellent benefits. Teach courses in Confucianism, Daoism, Buddhism, and interdisciplinary courses that integrate Asian philosophies and cultures. Must also be able to teach Introduction to Philosophy and Critical Thinking. Teaching load is three 4-hour courses, as well as teach courses in the General Studies Curriculum. Ph.D. required, AOS: Chinese Philosophy, although other areas of Asian Philosophy may be acceptable. AOC: Introduction to Philosophy and Critical Thinking. Evidence of teaching excellence required. Send letter of application with CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Robert Gregg, Dean, Arts and Humanities, The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, AA59, PO 195, Pomona, NJ 08240-0195. Screening begins December 4, 2006, and will continue until position is filled. Stockton is an AA/EOE. (172)

79. RUTGERS UNIVERSITY, PHILOSOPHY DEPARTMENT, New Brunswick, NJ. The State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick, NJ. One position, effective July 1, 2007, subject to the availability of funds. Areas of specialization and areas of competence open; but the department has a special interest in candidates in modern philosophy or philosophical logic. Rank: either Assistant Professor tenure-track or Associate Professor. Teaching responsibilities: 2 courses for the fall semester and 2 courses for the spring semester; thesis supervision; usual departmental duties. Ph.D. or equivalent by September 1, 2007, strongly preferred, but not required. A complete application will contain the following materials, which cannot be returned: 1) a CV; 2) a sample of writing in the candidate’s field of specialization; 3) for candidates for appointment at the Assistant Professor level, three or more confidential letters of reference; for candidates for appointment at the Associate level, the names and addresses of three or more referees from whom we might solicit a confidential appraisal. Rutgers University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The department particularly invites applications from women and members of under-represented minorities. Please direct all inquiries and application material to: The Appointments Committee, Department of Philosophy, Rutgers University, 26 Nichol Ave., New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA. Deadline: Applications that are complete by December 14, 2006, will be assured of the most careful consideration. (172)

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80. SAINT FRANCIS UNIVERSITY, Loretto, PA. Saint Francis University seeks candidates for a tenure-track faculty appointment in philosophy at the assistant professor rank. Primary teaching responsibilities include Discovering Philosophy, Ancient and Medieval Philosophy, Metaphysics, Logic-Critical Thinking and either competence in or willingness to develop, Business Ethics. Interest in other areas of applied ethics welcome. Course selection may be negotiable, depending on applicant. Ph.D. required; demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and student advising; willingness to participate in the University’s General Education Program, including teaching a freshman colloquium on a regular basis. Scholarship and service involvement will be expected, as will involvement with the University’s Ethics Institute. For more information and application instructions visit our website at www.francis.edu or send letter of application, CV, a statement of teaching philosophy, and three reference letters along with name/address/phone number of the three references to: Philosophy Search Committee, c/o Office of Human Resources, Saint Francis University, PO Box 600, Loretto, PA 15940. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply. Deadline for applications is November 20, 2006. Interviews will be conducted at the APA Eastern Division in Washington D.C. December 27-30th. AA/EOE (171) (172)

81. SLIPPERY ROCK UNIVERSITY, Slippery Rock, PA. Slippery Rock University is seeking applicants for a full-time, tenure-track position beginning August 2007. The successful applicant will be joining a small, collegial group of philosophers who value quality undergraduate teaching and support scholarly research. Rank: Assistant Professor. Qualifications: Ph.D. by the time of appointment. Must have strong background in the history of philosophy. AOS: Asian philosophy, World Religions. AOC: Open, but the department has special interest in Aesthetics or Ancient Philosophy. Successful performance in an on campus interview, including a teaching session, is required. The candidate must demonstrate a commitment to the education of diverse populations. Evidence of effective teaching in Introduction to Philosophy and Introduction to Logic is strongly preferred. Responsibilities: Course load is 4/4. Send letter of interest, CV, graduate transcripts (official graduate and undergraduate transcripts required before hiring), a writing sample, and three letters of recommendation to: Bernard Freydberg, Search Chair Department of Philosophy, Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA 16057. Review of applications will begin by December 1, 2006, and will continue until the position is filled. Interviews will be conducted at the APA Eastern Division meeting in Washington, D.C., in December. Visit our webpage at www.sru.edu TTY# 734-738-4881. (172)

82. ST. MARY’S COLLEGE OF MARYLAND, St. Mary’s City, MD. ST. MARY’S COLLEGE OF MARYLAND, a public (secular) liberal arts college, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant rank for the Ike Weiner Professor of Judaic Studies. AOS: Jewish Thought. AOC: Open. The combined department of philosophy and religious studies seeks applicants specializing in the religious and/or philosophical traditions of Judaism who are committed to teaching undergraduates in the liberal arts tradition. The successful candidate will be expected to teach Introduction to Judaism, and either Introduction to World Religions or Introduction to Philosophy, as well as contribute to the general education curriculum. Teaching load consists of three courses per semester. A Ph.D. is required by the time of appointment, and teaching experience is strongly preferred. Application materials should include evidence of active research and/or scholarship and teaching excellence, as well as sample syllabi for courses in Introduction to Judaism and one upper-division course of the applicant’s choice. St. Mary’s College of Maryland, a Carnegie Baccalaureate Liberal Arts institution is the public honors college of Maryland, located near the Chesapeake Bay, 70 miles southeast of Washington, D.C. With selective admissions policies, academically talented students, and a rigorous curriculum, it offers small college experiences similar to those found at exceptional private colleges. St. Mary’s College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Please send your CV, letter of application, three letters of recommendation, writing sample (not to exceed 30 pages), sample syllabi, and evidence of teaching effectiveness to Katharina von Kellenbach, Chair, Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, St. Mary’s College of Maryland, 18952, E. Fisher Road, St. Mary’s City, MD 20686. Application review will begin immediately for candidate interviews at the annual meetings of the AAR as well as the APA in Washington, D.C., and continue until the position is filled. For more information, contact Katharina von Kellenbach by telephone at 240-895-4277 or email kvonkellenbach@smcm.edu, or visit our website at http://www.smcm.edu/. (171W) (172)

Please note that the below institution is censured by the AAUP. AAUP censureship is indicated by the symbol:†. This symbol was omitted from the print publication of the JFP 172 for Catholic University of America.
†83. CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA, Washington, DC. Assistant Professor, tenure-track, beginning fall 2007. 5 courses/year (3-2/semester), undergraduate and graduate. Dissertation and thesis supervision. Usual committee work. AOS: Plato with an emphasis on his metaphysics and logic; some competence in Aristotle desirable. Ph.D. in area of specialization prior to appointment. Experience and publication record appropriate to rank. Competence in appropriate ancient and modern languages. CUA was founded in the name of the Catholic Church as a national university and center of research and scholarship. Regardless of their religious affiliation, all faculty are expected to respect and support the University’s mission. AAE/EO. Salary competitive. Direct inquiries to: Kurt Pritzl, O.P., Dean, School of Philosophy, The Catholic University of America, Washington, D.C., 20064. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. (171) (172)

84. *85.,*86. U.S. NAVAL ACADEMY, Annapolis, MD. Resident Fellowship in Ethics, Vice Admiral James B. Stockdale Center for Ethical Leadership, U.S. Naval Academy. The Stockdale Center (formerly known as the Center for the Study of Professional Military Ethics) invites applications for its annual Resident Fellowship Program for Academic Year 2007-2008. The goal of this program is to bring together academic scholars and teachers with senior career military officers, civil servants, and others to collaborate on strengthening public understanding of the ethics of war and peace, ethics and the military profession, and the relationship of ethics and character to the development of effective leadership in a variety of professions and institutional settings. Ideal candidates from academia will have a background in philosophy and ethics, international relations, or public policy, with an interest in pursuing issues of ethics in military affairs, national defense, and international relations in their teaching and research. In AY 2007-08, the Stockdale Center anticipates having funding for one, and possibly two academic residential fellows, who will join a senior fellow from the Marine Corps and a fellow selected from the Navy Chaplains Corps, and at least one additional fellow selected from the Naval Academy’s own faculty. Fellows collaborate in a weekly seminar devoted to ethics and the just war tradition in the fall, and to ethics and leadership in the spring. They carry out their own individual research projects and other activities in cooperation with a large department of senior civilian philosophers, and approximately forty senior military officers (ranging in rank from Commander/Lieutenant Colonel to Admiral), who collaborate with one another in the teaching of the Academy’s required core course, “Ethics and the Military Profession. Fellows receive office space, computer facilities, library privileges, and a stipend equivalent to half-salary, up to $35,000. (Health, retirement, and social security benefits are not offered.) This is a full-time, in-residence fellowship, which runs from September 2007 through May 2008. The United States Naval Academy is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants should send a letter describing their interests in ethics in the areas listed above; a proposal for a research project to be undertaken during the fellowship; a CV; and copies of relevant publications. Applicants should also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent directly to the fellowship program center director. The deadline for the receipt of applications is December 15, 2006. The names of the recipients of Fellowships will be announced by the end of February 2007. All application materials should be sent to: Dr. George R. Lucas, Jr., Professor of Philosophy and Director of Navy and National Programs, Admiral James B. Stockdale, Center for Ethical Leadership, U.S. Naval Academy, 112 Cooper Road, Annapolis, MD 21402-5022. Fax: 410-293-6081. Email: grlucas@usna.edu (172)87. UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA, Charlottesville, VA. Assistant Professor (tenure-track), beginning fall semester 2007. 4 courses/year (2/semester), undergraduate and graduate; tutorial and thesis supervision; usual non-teaching duties. Position requires Ph.D. or equivalent. AOS: Open. AOC: Open. Send complete dossier, including CV, copies of transcripts, at least three confidential letters of reference, and at least one writing sample to: Chair, Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, 120 Cocke Hall, PO Box 400780, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA 22904-4780. Review of applications will begin October 5, 2006; deadline for applications is November 15, 2006. Dossiers which are incomplete or received after the deadline will not be considered. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. (171) (172)88. UNIVERSITY OF MARY WASHINGTON, Fredericksburg, VA. PHILOSOPHY. Assistant Professor. The University of Mary Washington invites applications for a full-time tenure-track appointment in Philosophy at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 16, 2007. AOS: Ethics/ Social and Political Philosophy; AOC: Early Modern philosophy, Philosophy of law. Applicants should have some prior teaching experience in higher education; Ph.D. required. Send a letter of application, CV, three letters of recommendation, official graduate school transcripts, and a sample of scholarly writing to Prof. Craig Vasey, Chair, Department of Classics, Philosophy, and Religion; University of Mary Washington; 1301 College Avenue; Fredericksburg, VA 22401. Initial applications (letter of interest and CV only) may be sent as attachments to email: CVasey@umw.edu. Applications must be received by November 27, 2006. Interviews will take place at APA Eastern Division meeting. The University of Mary Washington is a selective public co-educational undergraduate institution located 50 miles south of Washington, D.C. In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, University of Mary Washington actively encourages women, minorities, disabled individuals and veterans to apply. (172)*89. UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, BALTIMORE COUNTY (UMBC), Baltimore County, MD. University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), Baltimore, MD. Pending budgetary approval, the Department of Philosophy seeks to fill one of the two following positions: (1) Assistant Professor, tenure-track AOS: Ethics, AOC: Applied Ethics or Social and Political Philosophy; (2) One-year replacement position (rank open) AOS: Ethics, AOC: Applied Ethics or Social and Political Philosophy. Candidates must have demonstrated outstanding scholarship and teaching or (in the case of junior candidates) the potential for them. In the most recent Carnegie ranking, UMBC is listed as a Research University-High Research Activity. UMBC is located 15 minutes from downtown Baltimore and 40minutes from Washington D.C. National research centers, libraries and museums are readily accessible. Full consideration will be given to candidates whose applications are postmarked by November 30th, 2006. Applicants for position (1) should send a CV, a writing sample, and a cover letter indicating if they wish to be considered for position (2) should position (1) not be funded, and have three letters of reference sent to: Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, UMBC, 1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, MD 21250. Senior applicants for position (2) should send a CV, a letter of interest, including contact information for three referees, and a writing sample to the same address. UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. (171W) (172)90. VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY, Villanova, PA. Rank: Open. AOS: Contemporary Continental Philosophy. AOC: Open. Villanova is seeking a scholar committed to working with both undergraduate and doctoral students. Thesis supervision and usual committee work required. Junior applicants, please send a CV, transcripts, writing sample and three letters of recommendation. Senior applicants, please send a CV and the names of three referees. All materials should be sent to: Continental Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, Villanova University, 800 Lancaster Ave., Villanova, PA 19085-1699. Villanova is a Roman Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. An AA/EEO employer, Villanova seeks a diverse faculty committed to scholarship, service, and especially teaching, who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University’s mission and values. Review of materials will resume November 27th and continue until the position is filled. (171) (172)91. VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY, Villanova, PA. Rank: Open. AOS: Kant. AOC: Open. Villanova is seeking a scholar committed to working with both undergraduate and doctoral students. Thesis supervision and usual committee work required. Junior applicants, please send a cover letter, CV, transcripts, writing sample and three letters of recommendation. Senior applicants, please send a CV and the names of three referees. All materials should be sent to: Kant Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, Villanova University, 800 Lancaster Ave., Villanova, PA 19085-1699. Villanova is a Roman Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. An AA/EEO employer, Villanova seeks a diverse faculty committed to scholarship, service, and especially teaching, who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University’s mission and values. Review of materials will begin November 27th and continue until the position is filled. (171) (172)