Jobs for Philosophers

92. CLEMSON UNIVERSITY, Clemson, SC. Assistant Professor of Philosophy, tenure-track. Employment to begin August 15, 2007. The department has a primary need in aesthetics and a secondary need in social and political philosophy. An interest in developing courses in film studies is a plus. In addition to teaching and faculty duties in the Philosophy and Religion Department, the successful candidate may be involved in collaborative activities with the emerging Film and International Culture Ph.D. program and the new Ph.D. program in Rhetorics, Communication and Information Design. In addition to research expectations, the department also emphasizes excellence in teaching. Ph.D. prior to appointment. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply. Send letter of application detailing qualifications, CV, and complete dossier including evidence of teaching ability and letters of recommendation to Todd May, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Philosophy & Religion, 126 Hardin Hall, Clemson University, Clemson SC 29634-0528. Applicants who wish to be considered for APA interviews should have all materials in as soon as possible but all materials must be received no later than December 1st. We cannot accept materials by fax or as attachments. Clemson is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity employer. AA/EOE. (172)

93. Please note that ad # 93 was posted in the incorrect regional section in the print issue of JFP 172. Cleveland State University's ad has been moved to the Central Region of the JFP 172 HTML version.

94. EMORY UNIVERSITY, Atlanta, GA. Department of Philosophy, Assistant Professor, tenure-track, beginning fall 2007. Two courses each semester; undergraduate and graduate levels. AOS: Heidegger and the Continental Tradition. AOC: Open. Ph.D. required. Depth and breadth in the history of philosophy and a demonstrated ability to speak across philosophical traditions are also required. To insure full consideration, applications must be received by December 1, 2006. Send CV, three letters of reference, and a sample of written work to: Cynthia Willett, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, Emory University, Atlanta, GA 30322. Invited interviews will be held at the Eastern APA Meeting in Washington, D.C. Emory University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. (171W) (172)

95. FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY, TALLAHASSEE, FL. Visiting Assistant Professor (one-year appointment); beginning fall 2007. Ph.D. required. This is a teaching position with a load of three courses per semester (six for the year). The successful applicant will teach a selection of upper and lower level undergraduate courses from the standard curriculum. 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 March 16, 2007, a complete dossier 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. (172)

96. 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 December 6, 2006. (171) (172)

97. MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY, Murfreesboro, TN. The Middle Tennessee State University Department of Philosophy seeks applications for Tenure-track, Assistant/Associate Professor (#127060); Ph.D. in philosophy prior to appointment. Evidence of superior teaching ability. In addition to introductory courses, candidate should be prepared to teach upper division courses in some of the following areas: environmental philosophy, biomedical ethics, philosophy of law, professional ethics. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Position beginning August 2007. To Apply: go to http://mtsujobs.mtsu.edu and follow the instructions on how to complete an application, attach a resume, and submit application online. The Department would also like applicants to send 3 letters of recommendation and transcripts to Dr. Hilary Stallings, College of Liberal Arts Faculty Recruitment, MTSU Box 546, Murfreesboro, TN 37132; original letters of recommendations and official transcripts (not issued to student) of all degrees are required prior to on-campus interview. If you have questions, please contact Dr. Stallings at 615-898-5986. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Proof of U.S. citizenship OR eligibility for U.S. employment will be required prior to employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clearly Act crime statistics for MTSU available at http://police.mtsu.edu/crime_statistics.htm. EO/AA employer. (172)

98. RHODES COLLEGE, Memphis, TN. Visiting Assistant Professor, 2 year appointment, beginning fall semester, 2007. 6 courses/year, undergraduate teaching. We are a four person department with a pluralistic curriculum in a liberal arts college. We are especially interested in candidates who are excellent teachers and can attract students to the major. We are looking for candidates who can teach courses in at least two of the following areas: feminist thought, applied ethics, history of philosophy (especially medieval philosophy or early modern philosophy), logic. Applicants should also be qualified to teach in the College’s interdisciplinary “Search for Values” program (for more information, please go to http://www.rhodes.edu/academics/1596.asp). 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. (172)

99. RHODES COLLEGE, Memphis, TN. Director, Search for Values in the Light of Western History and Religion Founded in 1848, Rhodes College is a highly selective, private, coeducational, residential, undergraduate college, located in Memphis, Tennessee. The College seeks a Director for its core three course sequence in interdisciplinary humanities, The Search for Values in Light of Western History and Religion, beginning fall 2007. In this sequence, students examine original documents from the history and literature of the Israelites, Greeks, Romans, and early Christians and trace the development of the biblical and classical heritage up to the modern period. It currently draws faculty from ten departments, and over fifty percent of students participate. The Director serves a three year term with the possibility of renewal, and s/he will be responsible for many of the duties of a department head including coordinating activities among the participating faculty. The teaching load will be four courses per year divided between the Search program and the department of disciplinary training. This appointment will include tenure in an existing department at the College. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to interdisciplinary teaching, evidence of ongoing scholarship, and a commitment to collaborative administrative leadership. We are particularly interested in persons in the disciplines of political science or philosophy, but individuals in any potential contributing discipline are encouraged to apply. For more information on Rhodes and the Search program, see the College’s website http://www.rhodes.edu. Applications should include a letter of application, a current CV, and three letters of reference. Send application materials to: Dr. David Sick, Department of Greek & Roman Studies, Rhodes College, 2000 North Parkway, Memphis , TN 38112-1690. Consideration of completed applications will begin December 1, 2006. Rhodes offers a competitive benefits package and a great working environment. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce. Please see our diversity statement at http://www.rhodes.edu/about/376.asp. (172)
100. SPRING HILL COLLEGE, Mobile, AL. Assistant Professor, tenure-track beginning fall semester, 2007. 8 courses per year, although some release time from teaching for service learning and research projects is available. Area of Specialization: Ethics and Philosophy of Mind. Area of Concentration: Applied Ethics, particularly Business Ethics. The successful candidate will be expected to teach at least two of the following: introductory symbolic logic, ethics, human nature, or philosophy of law. Ph.D. prior to August 2007. There is the possibility of summer teaching. SHC is a small, liberal arts Jesuit College founded in 1830 and maintains a strong commitment to its mission and identity. We are an equal opportunity employer. Send letter of application, CV, and informal transcripts postmarked by December 1 to: Philosophy Search Committee, Spring Hill College, 4000 Dauphin St., Mobile AL 36608. Candidates may be requested by email to provide additional information (including letters of recommendation, evidence of excellence in teaching, a writing sample, and a statement of teaching, service, and research philosophy). (171W) (172)

101. UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA IN HUNTSVILLE, Huntsville, AL. Assistant Professor of Philosophy, tenure-track. Ph.D. in philosophy prior to appointment. AOS: Open. AOC: Open. Candidates should be able to teach one upperlevel undergraduate course in some area of the history of philosophy. Teaching load is 3 courses per semester, all at the undergraduate level, on a two-semester system. Send letter of application, CV, evidence of teaching effectiveness, three letters of recommendation, and a writing sample to Andrew Cling, Department of Philosophy, MH 332, UAH, Huntsville, AL 35899. Women and minorities strongly encouraged to apply. Application deadline: December 15, 2006. Interviewing at the APA Eastern Division meeting. UAH is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. (172)

102. UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA, Athens, GA. Tenure-track position beginning August 15, 2007. Rank: Assistant Professor. AOS: Ethics. AOC: Open. Teaching responsibilities: 2 courses per semester (graduate and undergraduate); doctoral dissertation and master’s thesis supervision; usual non-teaching duties. Some summer work available. Salary competitive. Ph.D./ABD (must have Ph.D. at time of appointment). The department welcomes applications from candidates with prior experience as well as new Ph.D.’s. The department is philosophically diverse and its research orientations include analytic, continental, and other approaches. Send letter of application, CV, three letters of recommendation, a writing sample, and teaching portfolio to: Frank Harrison, Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, University of Georgia, 107 Peabody Hall, Athens, GA 30602-1627. No applications accepted by fax or e-mail. Complete applications received by December 1, 2006, guaranteed full consideration. The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and strongly encourages applications from individuals in under-represented groups. (172)

103. UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT PEMBROKE, Pembroke, NC. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR. Full-time, tenure-track position. Beginning fall semester 2007. Ph.D. preferred, ABD considered. Teaching responsibilities to include core courses and specialty courses. Must be committed to a balanced program of teaching, research and service. Summer teaching opportunities available. Salary competitive and commensurate with rank and experience. Review of applications to begin immediately and continue until position is filled. No electronic submissions considered. Send application letter (describe teaching experience), vitae, unofficial copies of all graduate transcripts, sample syllabi of relevant courses taught and contact information for three references: AOS: Ethics. AOC: Open. EO/AAE. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Send complete dossier to: Professor Jeffery Geller, Search Committee, Department of Philosophy and Religion University of North Carolina Pembroke, Pembroke, North Carolina 28372. (172)

104. *105.,*106.,*107.,*108.,*109.,*110. UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO, Mayaguez, PR. Assistant Professor in Philosophy. The University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez announces a tenure-track position, starting August 1, 2007. The candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate courses in 19th and 20th Century Philosophy, Practical and Professional Ethics, and Informal Logic. Ph. D. in Philosophy required prior to appointment. Spanish strongly recommended. Send application letter, CV, transcripts, sample of scholarly work and 3 recent letters of recommendation (documents accepted in either English or Spanish) to Dr. Roberta Orlandini, Acting Chair, Humanities Department, UPR- Mayagüez Campus, PO Box 9264, Mayagüez, P R, 00681-9264. Applications should be received by December 15, 2006, for best consideration. Entry level salaries start at US $52,548.00 plus benefits. UPR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (172)

111. 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, 2006. 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) (172)

112. 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) (172)

113., *114. 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 complete dossier (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) (172)

115., *116. 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) (172)