Jobs for Philosophers

Volume 173

February 21 , 2007

This page was last updated April 30, 2007.

148. BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITY, Bowling Green, OH. The Department of Philosophy in the College of Arts and Sciences invites applications for a one-year, with the possibility of renewal, Visiting Assistant Professor position, beginning Fall 2007. The position requires teaching five courses per academic year. Applicants must have completed their Ph.D. and will be expected to teach undergraduate courses and one graduate seminar. AOS: Ethics or Political Philosophy. Deadline for completed applications is May 15. Bowling Green State University is an EO/AA employer/educator and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities. Send dossier (including CV, three letters of recommendation, writing sample, and evidence of teaching experience and effectiveness) to Visiting Assistant Professor Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green OH 43403-0222. Department webpage: www.bgsu.edu/departments/phil/ (173W), posted: 04/28/07.

147. BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITY, Bowling Green, OH. The Department of Philosophy in the College of Arts and Sciences invites applications for a one-year, with the possibility of renewal, Instructor position, beginning Fall 2007. The position requires teaching seven courses per academic year. Ph.D. by August 2007 required. AOS: Ethics, Political Philosophy or Applied Ethics. Deadline for completed applications is May 15. Bowling Green State University is an EO/AA employer/educator and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities. Send dossier (including CV, three letters of recommendation, writing sample, and evidence of teaching experience and effectiveness) to Instructor Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green OH 43403-0222. Department webpage: www.bgsu.edu/departments/phil/ (173W), posted: 04/28/07.

*146. VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY, Richmond, VA. The Department of Philosophy at Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a temporary Assistant Professor. AOS: Ethics, Politics or Philosophy of Law; AOC: History of Philosophy. The position is for one year. The salary will be within the range $35,000 to $40,000, contingent upon funding. The teaching load will be 3-4, with no more than two preparations per semester (one upper-level and one lower-level). The successful candidate will be expected to have a Ph.D. in Philosophy by August 16th, 2007. Preference will be given to those with clear evidence of scholarly productivity and teaching effectiveness. Position starts August 16, 2007. Send CV, three letters of reference, and a writing sample to: Professor Anthony Ellis, Department of Philosophy, Virginia Commonwealth University, Box 2025, Richmond, VA 23284-2025. If you have any questions, please contact Anthony Ellis (aellis@vcu.edu). Information about the department can be found on the department’s website, at http://www.has.vcu.edu/phi/philos/phi_home.htm. VCU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. (173W), posted: 04/26/07.

145. VIRGINIA TECH, Blacksburg, VA. The Department of Philosophy at Virginia Tech invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor to begin August 2007. AOS: Open; AOC: Open; the department has teaching needs in a variety of areas, but the successful applicant must be able to teach introductory logic. The Department has long-term interests in Philosophy of Science. Evidence of teaching ability and research potential required. Salary: competitive. Ph.D. completed by August 10, 2007. In addition to offering a first-rate MA in Philosophy, the department is also a major component of two interdisciplinary programs, Science and Technology Studies and (pending state approval) The Alliance for Social, Political, Ethical and Cultural Thought. Virginia Tech is an EO/AA employer and particularly encourages applications from women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and minorities. Interested candidates are REQUIRED to complete a brief on-line application at http://www.jobs.vt.edu posting 070343 and send a complete dossier to Chair, Philosophy Search Committee, Department of Philosophy (0126), Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061. We will began reviewing dossiers May 2, 2007. (173W), posted: 04/25/07.

143., 144. UNIVERSITY OF NORTH FLORIDA, Jacksonville, FL. Two one-year visiting assistant professorships/instructorships, beginning fall semester 2007. AOS: Open; AOC: Open. 8 courses/year, 4/semester. Undergraduate; graduate possible. Rank/salary dependent on Ph.D. status. Ph.D. preferred. The successful candidate will teach a combination of lower division introductory (Introduction to Philosophy and/or Contemporary Ethical Issues) and upper-level philosophy courses. In the fall semester one person will teach, in addition to the lower-level courses, an upper level section of political philosophy; the other person will teach an upper-level section of philosophy of religion. Minimal non-teaching duties. Summer work available. We encourage applications from women and members of minorities. Mail complete dossier, including a letter of application, C.V., at least three letters of recommendation, graduate transcripts, a brief writing sample, and evidence of teaching effectiveness, to: Philosophy Visiting Positions, Department of Philosophy, University of North Florida, Jacksonville, FL 32224-2665. In the letter of application, applicants should indicate if they wish to be considered for the position with the “political philosophy” assignment (position #VIS332880), or the “philosophy of religion” assignment (#VIS334180), or both. Review of applications will begin immediately; positions open until filled. Applicants must complete a one-page application form online at http://www.unfjobs.org and must mail all required documents to be considered for this position. Applicants who do not complete the one-page online application form and who do not mail all required documentation will not be considered for this position. Applicants for both positions must complete online applications for each position. 'UNF is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action Institution.' (173W), posted: 04/25/07.

142. UNIVERSITY OF AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND, Auckland, New Zealand. Lecturer, tenure-track, beginning February 2008 (or earlier by negotiation). 3-3.5 courses/year, undergraduate and graduate. Some thesis supervision. Usual non-teaching duties. AOS/AOC: European Continental Philosophy. A particular teaching need exists in 20th Century German Philosophy. Applicants expected to have Ph.D. + some research publications + some teaching experience . For further information and to apply online please visit http://www.vacancies.auckland.ac.nz/positiondetail.asp?p=5056 or call + 64 9 373 7599 ext 83000. Please quote this vacancy number: A247-07O. Further information may be obtained from the Head of Department, Professor John Bishop, and from the Department's web page: http://www.arts.auckland.ac.nz/phi/ Deadline for applications: May 18, 2007.(173W), posted: 04/24/07.

141. FUTURE OF HUMANITY INSTITUTE, UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD, Oxford, United Kingdom. Oxford Future of Humanity Institute, Faculty of Philosophy & James Martin 21st Century School. Position: James Martin Research Fellow. Ref: YD/07/005 Grade: Grade 7 (£25,889 - £31,840 p.a) (In USD this is $50,123 - $61,645). Duration: Fixed term until June 30, 2009. Discipline: Open: any philosophical, scientific, economic, or interdisciplinary area with broad relevance to the mission of the Oxford Future of Humanity Institute. Applications are invited for a full-time research fellowship in the Faculty of Philosophy at Oxford University within the Future of Humanity Institute (FHI). The appointment is fixed term until 30 June 2009. The Future of Humanity Institute is a dynamic new research institute at Oxford University. It is part of the Faculty of Philosophy and is one of the constituent parts of the James Martin 21st Century School. The FHI’s mission is to understand big picture questions for humanity. Current work streams include human enhancement ethics, global catastrophic risks, methodology and rationality, impacts of transformative technologies, and the nature of wisdom. The post-holder will conduct independent research of relevance to this mission and will participate in the institute’s activities. The successful applicant will have outstanding intellectual capacity, strong evidence of research potential, and expertise in some relevant philosophical, scientific, or economic area. Further particulars and details of how to apply are available from http://www.fhi.ox.ac.uk or from http://www.philosophy.ox.ac.uk, or from Ms Jo Armitage, James Martin Research Projects Coordinator, Faculty of Philosophy, 10 Merton Street, Oxford, OX1 4JJ, (Tel: 01865 276934, E-mail: jo.armitage@philosophy.ox.ac.uk).The closing date for applications is Friday, May 4, 2007. The University is an Equal Opportunities Employer. (173W), posted: 04/24/07.

140. UNIVERSITY OF AUCKLAND, Auckland, New Zealand. Lecturer, tenure-track, beginning February 2008 (or earlier by negotiation). 3-3.5 courses/year, undergraduate and graduate. Some thesis supervision. Usual non-teaching duties. AOS/AOC: Logic. Applicants expected to have Ph.D. + some research publications + some teaching experience . For further information and to apply online please visit http://www.vacancies.auckland.ac.nz/positiondetail.asp?p=5057 or call + 64 9 373 7599 ext 83000. Please quote this vacancy number: A248-07O. Further academic information may be obtained from the Head of Department, Professor John Bishop, and from the Department's web page: http://www.arts.auckland.ac.nz/phi/ Deadline for applications: May 18, 2007. (173W), posted: 04/24/07.

138., *139. UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE, Charlotte, NC. The Philosophy Department invites applications for one full-time One-Year Lecturer (possibly two), beginning August 2007. The areas of specialization are open, though we have needs in Critical Thinking, IT Ethics, Political Philosophy, and Engineering Ethics. Teaching load: four courses per semester, undergraduate (graduate possible). Teaching experience required; Ph.D. required; evidence of currency in the field. 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, plus we are hiring a Distinguished Professor in Business Ethics. We offer a traditional and applied major, a Graduate Certificate in Applied Ethics, and an M.A. in Ethics and Applied Philosophy. Our M.A. is linked to a number of Ph.D. programs on campus (e.g., public policy) and we provide ethics courses for many of them. We have a strong tradition of interdisciplinary studies involving all seven of the University's colleges. We are closely affiliated with UNC Charlotte's Center for Professional and Applied Ethics. Please visit our website: www.philosophy.uncc.edu Please send - electronically only - a letter describing your qualifications, CV, and writing sample as attachments to the following UNC Charlotte website: https://jobs.uncc.edu. A transcript and three letters of recommendation should be sent through regular mail to: Michael Kelly, Chair, Department of Philosophy, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, 9201 University City Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28223. Screening of electronic applications will begin immediately and 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. (173W), posted: 04/14/07.

137. FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY, Frostburg, MD. LECTURER IN PHILOSOPHY. Philosophy Department at a comprehensive, teaching-oriented institution in a rural setting invites applications for a non-tenure-track, one-year contractual appointment to replace a faculty member on sabbatical leave for academic year 2007-2008. SALARY RANGE: $33,000 - $35,000. RESPONSIBILITIES: This position requires teaching four courses per semester. The fall semester teaching load is two sections of Introduction to Philosophy and two sections of Contemporary Ethical Problems. The spring semester teaching load will include one upper-level course. AOS: Open. AOC: Open. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. or ABD in Philosophy. Direct position inquiries to Dr. Thomas A. Mappes, 301-687-4262. To apply, send a letter of interest; curriculum vita, copy of graduate transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and (if available) evidence of teaching effectiveness, to: Frostburg State University, Office of Human Resources, ATTN: Lecturer of Philosophy (Position #07-010150), Frostburg, MD 21532 or email humanresources@frostburg.edu. Application review to begin immediately; applications accepted until May 9, 2007. FSU Is An EOE. Appropriate Auxiliary Aids & Services For Qualified Individuals with Disability Provided Upon Request. Please Notify in Advance. WWW.FROSTBURG.EDU. (173W), posted: 04/12/07.

136. CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY, Mount Pleasant, MI. Central Michigan University seeks a full-time instructor for a one-year position in the Philosophy Program beginning August 2007. Ph.D. or ABD strongly preferred, but we will consider extremely well-qualified MAs who are actively pursuing the Ph.D. but who are not yet ABD. Higher Ed teaching experience is required, preferably in introduction to philosophy, moral problems, or both. Experience teaching business ethics and/or introductory logic is also desirable. Attractive benefits package included. Send a CV, letters of recommendation or references, and evidence of teaching effectiveness to Philosophy Search Committee, Department of Philosophy and Religion, 102 Anspach Hall, Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, MI 48859. See http://www.chsbs.cmich.edu/phl/ for more information about CMU’s philosophy program; contact Dr. Robert Noggle at R.Noggle@cmich.edu for more information about this position. Applications must be recieved by April 25, 2006; review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Serving about 28,000 students, Central Michigan University is an innovative doctoral/research institution recognized for strong undergraduate education and a range of focused graduate programs and research. CMU, an AA/EEO institution, strongly and actively strives to increase diversity within its community (see http://www.cmich.edu/aaeo/). (173W), posted: 04/12/07.

135. UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA, Tuscaloosa, AL. One-year Instructorship, beginning fall 2007. AOS/AOC: open. 8 courses/year (4/semester), all undergraduate. Two preparations per semester, including probably Medical Ethics, Introduction to Philosophy, Logic, or Ethics. Ph.D. preferred. Send inquiries and/or dossier to Prof. James Otteson, Chair, Department of Philosophy, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487–0218. Candidate review begins immediately and will continue until position is filled. Finalists may be interviewed by phone. (173W), posted: 04/10/07.

134. YALE UNIVERSITY, New Haven, CT. The Department of Philosophy intends to make a tenured appointment in moral philosophy. Publications and graduate and undergraduate teaching of the highest quality are sought. Yale University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Yale values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly encourages applications from women and underrepresented minorities. Applications and nominations should be accompanied by a CV, and should be directed to Senior Search, Department of Philosophy, Yale University, P.O. Box 208306, New Haven, CT 06520-8306 and should be received by May 6, 2007. (173W), 04/10/07.

133. UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER, Rochester, NY. One-year visiting assistant professorship, beginning July 1, 2007. AOS: open. AOC: epistemology. We have fall teaching needs in epistemology (upper-level undergraduate/beginning graduate level) and informal reasoning. Undergraduate and graduate teaching, two courses/semester, with minimal advising and administrative duties. Competitive salary and benefits. EOE. Applications from women and members of under-represented minorities are particularly welcome. Dossiers (including a c.v., at least three letters of recommendation, a writing sample, and documentation of excellence in teaching) should be sent to: Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, Box 270078, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY 14627-0078. Fall 2006 applicants need only send a letter of application. Applications will be reviewed as received until the position is filled. (173W), posted: 04/10/07.

132. UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON, Southampton, United Kingdom. School of Humanities. Research Fellow in Philosophy. £24, 402 Ref: 0926-07-L We are seeking to appoint a post-doctoral Research Fellow for a three year period, beginning 1st October 2007. The post is funded as part of a project, ‘Nietzsche and Modern Moral Philosophy’, a major Arts and Humanities Research Council grant. For further details of the project, see: http://www.philosophy.soton.ac.uk/events_pages/nmmp/index.htm We would equally welcome applications from Nietzsche scholars with a genuine interest in modern moral philosophy and from moral philosophers with a genuine interest in Nietzsche. The successful candidate, who will show outstanding philosophical potential, will be expected to assist in the organisation of the project’s constituent events and publications and to produce a substantial piece of work on a topic germane to the project’s central theme.
Informal enquiries may be made either to Professor Christopher Janaway (c.janaway@soton.ac.uk) or to Professor Aaron Ridley (amr3@soton.ac.uk). Please click on the link below to apply online:
http://v2.projectix.com/soton/jobboard/NewCandidateExt.aspx?__JobID=1203 Please visit www.jobs.soton.ac.uk and apply on-line, or call 023 8059 2750. The closing date for this position is May 1, 2007 at 12pm. Please quote reference 0926-07-L. (173W), posted: 04/10/07.

131. STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY, Nacogdoches, TX. Assistant Professor of Philosophy, tenure-track, beginning Fall 2007. The Philosophy program is a fast-growing component of the Department of English and Philosophy. We seek a candidate with a strong commitment to teaching undergraduates in both the upper and lower divisions. AOS: Ethics. Teaching applied ethics especially welcome. AOC: Early Modern Philosophy. Ph.D. in hand before beginning contract. Teaching of introductory courses expected. Advising and committee work at Department, College, and University levels expected. All faculty expected to be involved in recruitment and retention activities. Open until filled. Summer teaching usually available on contingency contracts. Tenure-track faculty are eligible for faculty research leave after completion of three years. EEOE/AAE. SFA is a comprehensive university with an enrollment of more than 11,500 and is located in the East Texas town of Nacogdoches. Please send letter of application, CV, all transcripts, statement of teaching philosophy, and three current letters of recommendation to Dr. Barbara Carr, Chair, Department of English and Philosophy, Stephen F. Austin State University, P.O. Box 13007 SFA Station, Nacogdoches, TX 75962-3007. Telephone: (936) 468-2101. Email: bcarr@sfasu.edu. (173W), posted: 04/10/07.

130. SOUTHWEST MINNESOTA STATE UNIVERSITY, Marshall, MN. Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU) invites applications for a tenure track, full time Assistant Professor of Philosophy (Pending Funding) to begin August 2007. SMSU, one of seven universities in the Minnesota System, provides a diverse curriculum of liberal arts and selected professional programs. The University is located in the town of Marshall (pop. 13,000), in rural southwest Minnesota, 155 miles from Minneapolis/St. Paul and 90 miles from Sioux Falls, SD. The faculty member will teach undergraduate courses in the Philosophy Program, including Introductions to philosophy, ethics and logic, and select upper level courses. Assignments may include curriculum development of courses not yet offered. Ph.D. in philosophy is required, with demonstrated excellence in teaching. ABD will be considered. Area of Specialization is open. Areas of Competence of particular interest to the department include one or more of the following: social and political philosophy, philosophy of religion, and logic, or other areas that complement current programmatic offerings. Background knowledge in the history of philosophy is required. Demonstrated abilities/competence in instructional technology, including on-line instruction and commitment to interdisciplinary education is preferred. Must have an understanding of and appreciation for liberal education. Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Letter of application addressing your qualifications for the position, vita, official transcripts, student evaluations and name, address, and phone number of three references should be submitted to: Office of Human Resources, Southwest Minnesota State University, 1501 State Street, Marshall, MN 56258. Email: hr@southwestmsu.edu Visit our website at: www.southwestmsu.edu SMSU is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and University System and is an equal opportunity employer. The University is committed to affirmative recruitment and encourages women, minorities and individuals with disabilities to apply. Applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States. (173W), posted: 04/10/07.

129. UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-EAU CLAIRE, Eau Claire, WI. Probationary tenure track (Assistant Professor) position in the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies beginning August 20, 2007. The department encourages applications from individuals who will bring diverse cultural and ethnic perspectives or experiences to campus. Ph. D. required, salary commensurate with teaching experience. We seek a specialist in Early Modern Philosophy with competence in Symbolic Logic and at least one of the following: Ancient Philosophy, Metaphysics, Philosophy of Science, Feminism. Ability to teach Introduction to Philosophy and Critical Thinking is expected. Teaching experience beyond the graduate assistant level required. The ability to enhance departmental curricular needs will be considered a plus, as will the ability to enhance the diversity of the department and serve as a role model and mentor for women and/or minorities. Applicants will be expected to teach courses as assigned, participate in research and scholarly activities, advise students, and engage in service. Send complete dossier, including CV, copies of graduate transcripts, sample syllabi, evidence of successful teaching at the college or university level, a short writing sample, and at least three letters of recommendation to: Philosophy Search Committee, Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire, 105 Garfield Avenue, PO Box 4004, Eau Claire WI 54702-4004. Applications submitted by the priority screening date (April 23, 2007) are assured full consideration; screening will continue until position is filled. The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Applicants’ names are subject to public release unless confidentiality has been requested in writing. Names of all finalists must be released. UW-Eau Claire is an AA/EEO employer dedicated to enhancing diversity. To learn more, visit our Web site: http://www.uwec.edu/acadaff/jobs/. (173W), posted: 04/10/07.

128. GONZAGA UNIVERSITY, Spokane, WA. Assistant Professor or Instructor, one-year sabbatical replacement beginning Fall 2007. Possibility of renewal. AOS: Open. AOC: Open. Applicants should be prepared to teach multiple sections of our Critical Thinking and Ethics courses. Gonzaga is a Humanistic, Jesuit, and Catholic institution that requires all undergraduates to take, in sequence, Critical Thinking (PHIL 101), Philosophy of Human Nature (PHIL 201), Ethics (PHIL 301), and a 400-level elective. In their cover letters, applicants should address their preparation to teach sections of PHIL 101 and PHIL 301. Evidence of quality teaching is important. Applicants should also address their commitment to the University Mission which can be found at the University website www.gonzaga.edu. Ph.D. is preferred, but ABD’s welcome to apply. Gonzaga University is a Jesuit, Catholic, humanistic institution, and is therefore interested in candidates who will contribute to its distinctive mission. Gonzaga University is an AA/EEO employer committed to diversity. Applicants should submit full dossiers (cover letter, CV, transcripts, evidence of teaching ability, brief writing sample, and recommendation letters) to: Search Committee, Philosophy Department, AD Box 48, Gonzaga University, Spokane, WA 99258. Review of applications will begin April 16 and continue until position is filled. (173W), posted: 04/02/07.

127. ST. CLOUD STATE UNIVERSITY, St. Cloud, MN. Assistant Professor beginning August 2007. Fixed term position. Additional positions possible. Ph.D. preferred; ABD considered. AOS and AOC open. Teaching load: two large sections of Global Business Ethics, then one large section of Critical Reasoning and a 400-level seminar (topic chosen by instructor). Teaching experience required. Experience teaching business ethics preferred. Additional positions may not involve teaching business ethics, but all positions would involve Critical Reasoning. Successful candidates must have a demonstrated ability to teach and work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds. We invite individuals who contribute to diversity to apply, including minorities, women, GLBT, persons with disabilities. Send letter of interest, CV, graduate transcripts (copy), evidence of teaching ability, three recent letters of reference and a writing sample. Review of applications will begin April 24th. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Search Committee, SCSU, Philosophy Department, BH 123, 720 Fourth Ave. South, St. Cloud, MN 56301-4498. (173W), posted: 03/29/07.

126. UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS, Lawrence, KS. Academic-year, non-renewable full-time Lectureship beginning August 18, 2007. Ph.D. in philosophy preferred; ABD acceptable. AOS: Ethics / applied ethics. Three courses per semester, two semesters per academic year. Teaching includes: a large introductory ethics course with supervision of graduate teaching assistants; an advanced undergraduate / graduate course on ethical theory; a course in professional ethics in the health care professions; and a course in moral issues in the professions generally. Candidates with relevant teaching experience will be preferred. Salary dependent on qualifications and experience. Applicants should send cover letter, CV, graduate transcript (or list of graduate courses), writing sample, and letters of reference by email to chodges@ku.edu (“Ethics Lecturer” in the subject line), or by fax to 785-864-4298, or by mail to Department of Philosophy, University of Kansas, 1445 Jayhawk Blvd., Room 3090 Wescoe, Lawrence, Kansas 66045-7590. Applications received by April 9 will be considered for interview at the Central APA in Chicago. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. EO/AA Employer. (173W), posted: 03/29/07.

125. AUGUSTANA COLLEGE, Rock Island, IL. VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF PHILOSOPHY - AUGUSTANA COLLEGE invites applications for a one-year, full-time position as a visiting assistant professor for the 2007-2008 academic year. The successful candidate will be given strong consideration for a tenure-track position with the same AOS to begin the following year. AOS: Epistemology, Metaphysics. AOC: History of Western Philosophy. The academic year comprises three 10-week terms; teaching load is 2-2-3. PhD in Philosophy at the time of appointment is very strongly preferred. Augustana College is a selective, four-year, liberal arts institution of 2,450 students, most of whom live in residence halls on a wooded 115-acre campus. Rock Island, Illinois is one of the Quad-Cities of Illinois and Iowa, a diverse metropolitan area on the Mississippi River with 400,000 residents. Augustana is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from women and persons of diverse ethnic backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on age, race, color, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability or creed. Details about Augustana, our expectation of the faculty, the selection process, and the Quad Cities are all available at the Faculty Search website; http://www.augustana.edu/academics/faculty_search/. Send a letter of application, CV, graduate transcripts, statement of teaching philosophy, writing sample, evidence of teaching effectiveness and three letters of recommendation to Philosophy/Visiting Search Committee, Jeff Abernathy, Dean of the College, Augustana College, 639, 38th Street, Rock Island, Illinois, 61201. Questions may be directed to the department chair at romanbonzon@augustana.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately. Interviews will be held at the Central Division Meeting of the APA in Chicago, April 18-21, 2007. (173W), posted: 03/29/07.

124. TU EINDHOVEN, Eindhoven, Netherlands. The Department of Technology Management of the Technische Universiteit Eindhoven has a vacancy for a Postdoc in Philosophy and Ethics of Technology (0.8 fte). Project description: In the NWO research project Moral responsibility in R&D networks, we propose to study the tension between two requirements for a desirable distribution of responsibilities in R&D networks, viz. completeness and fairness. The goal of the research is to gain insight in how to reconcile these two requirements to contribute to the solution of the problem of many hands in R&D networks. Three subprojects will be carried out to attain this goal. In the subproject of the present vacancy, Modelling of Responsibility in R&D networks, the theory of an existing formal model for responsibility will be applied and extended to investigate the influence of the organizational structure of an R&D network on the extent to which a distribution of responsibilities is complete and fair. The aim of this project is to provide a formal characterization and assessment of the various notions of responsibility developed in the other subprojects of the NWO research project. More information about the project is available from: http://www.ethicsandtechnology.eu, Requirements: The candidate will have excellent analytical abilities, a demonstrable interest in the ethical and social aspects of engineering practice. The candidate should be competent in contemporary philosophy or philosophical logic as is apparent from relevant publications. A requirement is a completed PhD in analytical philosophy or logic. A background in engineering sciences or natural sciences is desirable but not necessary. Knowledge of the Dutch language is not required. Appointment and salary: temporary appointment (0.8 fte) for a period of 3 years; gross monthly salary of € 2279,= up to € 3597, = depending on the personal experience; As part of an equal opportunity scheme, women are explicitly requested to apply. Information: More information about the content of the project is available from mr.dr.ir. Lambèr Royakkers, phone +31 40 2474693, email l.m.m.royakkers@tue.nl. For information about conditions of employment: ir. Marc Roelands, personnel officer, phone +31 40 2474886, email: pz@tm.tue.nl. Application: Interested candidates are requested to send their motivated application and recent CV to: Technische Universiteit Eindhoven, Department of Technology Management, Personnel Department, Pav R.1.23, PO Box 513, 5600 MB Eindhoven, The Netherlands. You are allowed to send your application by email: pz@tm.tue.nl. Applications should be received by April 13, 2007. Please include the job vacancy code: V39.421.

123. BIRKBECK COLLEGE LONDON, London, United Kingdom. Reader or Lecturer. Tenured. Beginning of fall semester 2007. Approx. 4 course/yr (undergraduate and graduate). Thesis supervision. Usual non-teaching duties. AOS: Epistemology OR Kant or post-Kantian philosophy. AOC: Open. Ph.D. prior to application. Experience essential. EO employer. For further information see: http://www.bbk.ac.uk or email humanresources@bbk.ac.uk. From 4-11 April contact s.james@bbk.ac.uk. Complete dossiers plus sample of work up to 25 pages long to Human Resources Team, Birkbeck, Malet Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1E 7HX (quoting reference EPL010). Closing date: April 20, 2007. (173W), posted: 03/29/07.

122. MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY, East Lansing, MI. Department of Philosophy. Assistant Professor, full time, academic year, one or two year fixed-term position, assignment of three courses per semester. AOS/AOC: social and political philosophy. The Department has doctoral concentrations in social and political thought (with foci on feminism, race issues, critical theory, and democratic theory) and in medicine and philosophy, and is affiliated with interdisciplinary programs in peace and justice studies, ethics and development, ethics and humanities in the life sciences, ethics and policy in food and agriculture, and in cognitive science. Starting date: August 16, 2007. Ph.D. desirable. Teaching responsibilities may include courses in the Center for Integrative Studies in the Arts and Humanities. MSU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution, and encourages applications from women and minority candidates. All applications require submission of a CV, current letters of reference, example of scholarly work, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. Final deadline for receipt of applications is April 12, 2007. Include information about how you may be reached in April. Additional information about the Department is available at http://www.philosophy.msu.edu. Applications should be sent to: Chair, Social and Political Philosophy Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, 503 S. Kedzie Hall, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824-1032.(173W), posted: 03/27/07.

121. MUHLENBERG COLLEGE, Allentown, PA. One-Year Faculty Replacement, 2007-2008. Muhlenberg College seeks a highly effective undergraduate teacher, experienced in critical thinking/reasoning and topical introductory courses (i.e. Theories of Human Nature). Readiness to teach Formal Logic or Modern Philosophy would be helpful. Load is 3/3 on the semester system. Summer teaching opportunities may be available. Ours is a collegial department of 7 full-time faculty. Allentown is 60 minutes north of Philadelphia and 90 minutes west of NYC. We will interview at the Central Division APA. To apply, send c.v and letter of inquiry to Dr. Christine Sistare, Philosophy Dept., Muhlenberg College, Allentown, PA, 18104-5586; or via email: sistare@muhlenberg.edu. Review of materials begins 4/11/2007. E.O.E. (173W), posted: 03/27/07.

120. LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY, Baton Rouge, LA. INSTRUCTOR. (Non tenure-track) Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies. The Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies seeks applications for an Instructor position in Philosophy beginning Fall, 2007. Qualifications: MA degree in Philosophy is required; Ph.D preferred. Area of Specialization: Philosophy of Mind or Philosophy of Language; Area of Competence: Logic. The successful applicant must be capable of and interested in teaching a first course in symbolic logic (covering material found in, e.g., the first thirteen chapters of Barwise and Etchemendy’s 'Language, Proof, and Logic') on a regular basis. Responsibilities: teach four three-credit courses per semester. Position is for one year with the possibility of renewal. Review of applications will begin on April 9, 2007, and will continue until candidate is selected. Candidates should submit a dossier, including personal letter of application, CV (including email address), letters of reference, writing sample, and evidence of teaching excellence to: Search Committee, Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803. Phone: (225) 578-2220; Fax (225) 578-4897. LSU IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS EMPLOYER. (173W), posted: 03/23/07.

119. UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL ARKANSAS, Conway, AR. University of Central Arkansas, Department of Philosophy and Religion invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor beginning August 2007, Ph.D. required. AOS: analytic and/or modern philosophy; AOC: analytic related areas and/or modern philosophy. Duties include teaching three courses per semester in year one, four courses per semester afterwards (with opportunities for research reassignment time), normal departmental and university duties and research activities. Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcript, evidence of sound teaching and promising research, and letters of recommendation. Review of applications will begin April 5, 2007 and continue until position is filled. Send to Prof. Charles Harvey, Chair, Department of Philosophy and Religion, University of Central Arkansas, Conway AR 72035. The University of Central Arkansas is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. For more information visit the University's website: www.uca.edu (173W), posted: 03/22/07.

115., 116., *117., *118. DELFT UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, Delft, Netherlands. Delft University of Technology has two job openings as part of the research project Moral responsibility in R&D networks. A complete description of the project can be requested, or is available on the website www.ethicsandtechnology.eu. A third job opening at Eindhoven University of Technology that is part of this project will be advertised seperately. 1. Postdoc (vacancy number: 07.011): Conceptual and moral analysis of responsibility. Central to the Post-doc project is the conceptual and moral analysis of the responsibility concept, with an eye to developing a notion of responsibility which is morally justifiable and which leads to a complete distribution of responsibility in technical research networks. Requirements: Applicants must have graduated in philosophy. They must have a demonstrable interest in applied ethics and technology. It is also recommended that candidates have had experience in carrying out research in philosophy of technology, applied ethics or philosophy of mind. It must be obvious from earlier publications that candidates possess good analytical and philosophical skills. Finally we are seeking a Post-doc who would like to work in a team. Conditions of employment: The extent of this position is a maximum of 32 hours per week (0.8 FTE). The position has a temporary employment basis of three years. The estimated starting salary is based on scale 10, with a maximum of € 3,554 per month gross (based on a full-time appointment and depending on experience). 2. Phd Student (vacancy number: 07.012): Responsibility distributions in actual R&D networks. The doctoral project focuses primarily on empirical research into the distribution of responsibility in R&D networks. Requirements: The candidate must have graduated in philosophy, technology or a relevant socio-scientific discipline. He or she will have demonstrable interest in applied ethics and in technology. It is recommended that the candidate has had experience in carrying out empirical research. Conditions of employment: The extent of this position is a maximum of 38 hours per week (1 FTE). The position has a temporary employment basis of four years. In the first year the salary will be € 1,933 gross per month, rising to € 2,472 gross per month in the fourth year. Information and application: For further information about these position please contact Ibo van de Poel, tel. 015-27 84716, e-mail: i.r.vandepoel@tudelft.nl. You may submit your letter of application with a CV until April 10, 2007 at the latest, to the TPM Faculty, HR office, attn. Mirjam Koning, PO Box 5015, 2600 GA Delft, the Netherlands; or apply online: m.e.koning@tudelft.nl. When applying for one of these job always mention the vacancy number. Research will be accommodated within the 3TU Centre for Ethics and Technology, one of six Centres of Excellence of the three universities of technology in the Netherlands (Delft, Eindhoven and Twente). The Centre’s mission is to carry out high-quality research into ethics and technology. For further information please see www.ethicsandtechnology.eu. Delft University of Technology has two job openings as part of the research project Moral responsibility in R&D networks. A complete description of the project can be requested, or is available on the website www.ethicsandtechnology.eu. A third job opening at Eindhoven University of Technology that is part of this project will be advertised seperately. 1. Postdoc (vacancy number: 07.011): Conceptual and moral analysis of responsibility Central to the Post-doc project is the conceptual and moral analysis of the responsibility concept, with an eye to developing a notion of responsibility which is morally justifiable and which leads to a complete distribution of responsibility in technical research networks. Requirements: Applicants must have graduated in philosophy. They must have a demonstrable interest in applied ethics and technology. It is also recommended that candidates have had experience in carrying out research in philosophy of technology, applied ethics or philosophy of mind. It must be obvious from earlier publications that candidates possess good analytical and philosophical skills. Finally we are seeking a Post-doc who would like to work in a team. Conditions of employment: The extent of this position is a maximum of 32 hours per week (0.8 FTE). The position has a temporary employment basis of three years. The estimated starting salary is based on scale 10, with a maximum of € 3,554 per month gross (based on a full-time appointment and depending on experience). 2. Phd Student (vacancy number: 07.012):Responsibility distributions in actual R&D networks. The doctoral project focuses primarily on empirical research into the distribution of responsibility in R&D networks. Requirements: The candidate must have graduated in philosophy, technology or a relevant socio-scientific discipline. He or she will have demonstrable interest in applied ethics and in technology. It is recommended that the candidate has had experience in carrying out empirical research. Conditions of employment: The extent of this position is a maximum of 38 hours per week (1 FTE). The position has a temporary employment basis of four years. In the first year the salary will be € 1,933 gross per month, rising to € 2,472 gross per month in the fourth year. Information and application: For further information about these position please contact Ibo van de Poel, tel. 015-27 84716, e-mail: i.r.vandepoel@tudelft.nl. You may submit your letter of application with a CV until April 10, 2007 at the latest, to the TPM Faculty, HR office, attn. Mirjam Koning, PO Box 5015, 2600 GA Delft, the Netherlands; or apply online: m.e.koning@tudelft.nl. When applying for one of these job always mention the vacancy number. Research will be accommodated within the 3TU Centre for Ethics and Technology, one of six Centres of Excellence of the three universities of technology in the Netherlands (Delft, Eindhoven and Twente). The Centre’s mission is to carry out high-quality research into ethics and technology. For further information please see www.ethicsandtechnology.eu. (173W), posted: 03/22/07.

114. TULANE UNIVERSITY, New Orleans, LA. Joint visiting position in Philosophy and Women’s Studies (with possibility of renewal). 3 courses/semester, undergraduate and graduate. AOS in philosophy open. Candidate should demonstrate training, research and teaching interests in women’s studies. Advanced ABD will be considered. Please send complete dossier (including CV, transcript, writing sample, letters of recommendation, and evidence of teaching quality) to: Search Committee, Dept. of Philosophy, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA 70118. The position will remain open until a qualified candidate is identified. Tulane is an AA/EEO employer. Our website can be found at: www.tulane.edu/~PHIL/ (173W), posted: 03/20/07.

111., 112., 113. TULANE UNIVERSITY, New Orleans, LA. Department of Philosophy, 3 visiting positions, 2007-08 (with possibility of renewal). 3 courses/semester, undergraduate and graduate. The philosophy department has needs in history of modern philosophy; philosophy of mind/philosophy of language/ metaphysics and logic; ethics and political philosophy. Advanced ABD will be considered. Please send complete dossier (including CV, transcript, writing sample, letters of recommendation, and evidence of teaching quality) to: Search Committee, Dept. of Philosophy, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA 70118. The positions will remain open until qualified candidates are identified. Tulane is an AA/EEO employer. Our website can be found at: www.tulane.edu/~PHIL/ (173W), posted: 03/20/07.

110. UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO, Toledo, OH. One-Year Position. Rank: Visiting Assistant Professor. AOS: Phenomenology or Existentialism. AOC: Comparative Philosophy. Teaching responsibilities: 8 courses over the academic year (semester system), no more than 3 preparations per semester, including introductory level courses, mid-range courses in Eastern Thought, and Philosophy of Religion; a senior/graduate seminar on Phenomenology. The department offers undergraduate and Master’s degrees, and the successful candidate might serve on undergraduate or graduate thesis committees. The successful candidate will be expected to take part in the intellectual life of the department. Ph.D. and teaching experience required. Salary competitive. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Appointment begins August 13, 2007, with classes beginning August 20. Application deadline: April 15, 2007. Send a dossier (CV, letters of recommendation, evidence of teaching success, writing sample) along with a letter specifying contact information: Philosophy Position, James Campbell, Acting Chair, Department of Philosophy, The University of Toledo, 2801 W. Bancroft St., MS 510, Toledo, OH 43606-3390. Fax: 419-530-6189. For further information see our web page at: http://philosophy.utoledo.edu. The University of Toledo is a state university, and an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. (173W), posted: 03/17/07.

109. AMHERST COLLEGE, DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY, Amherst, MA. Keiter Postdoctoral Fellowship in Philosophy. Amherst's Robert E. Keiter 1957 Fund for Postdoctoral Fellows, with matching funding from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, supports exceptionally promising young scholars for two years of half-time teaching (one course each semester) and half-time research at the College. As part of the Keiter Fellowship program, Amherst will appoint a postdoctoral fellow as a Visiting Assistant Professor in Philosophy for the academic years 2007-2009. This Keiter Postdoctoral Fellowship is a full-time salaried appointment that is open only to those who will have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. by September 2007 and who have not already held a regular faculty appointment. We welcome applications from candidates in any area of specialization. In addition to their teaching duties, Keiter Fellows may help with course development, foster interdisciplinarity, and introduce new pedagogies. The program is designed to provide fellows with valuable teaching experience and time to complete and publish their research prior to seeking full-time tenure-track positions; fellows are encouraged to pursue their independent research programs vigorously and have all of Amherst's facilities and a modest research allowance to assist them. The Keiter Fellow in Philosophy will be assigned a primary mentor in the department and will be encouraged to attend orientation programs and special mentoring events for assistant professors at Amherst. Keiter Fellows are not asked to serve as academic advisors, although they may act as thesis advisors if appropriate student projects emerge that are consonant with their own scholarship and long-term professional interests. Applicants should send a cover letter, a curriculum vitae (to include a description of courses taught), a sample of written work, and two letters of reference to: Keiter Fellow Search, Department of Philosophy, Amherst College, Amherst, MA 01002. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by Monday, April 30 will receive full consideration. Amherst College is a private undergraduate liberal arts college for men and women, with 1,600 students and 190 faculty members. Located in the Connecticut River Valley of western Massachusetts, Amherst participates with Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith Colleges and the University of Massachusetts in the Five-College Consortium. Amherst College is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and encourages women, persons of color, and persons with disabilities to apply. The administration, faculty, and student body are committed to attracting qualified candidates from groups presently underrepresented on our campus. (173W), posted: 03/16/07.

108. RICE UNIVERSITY, Houston, Texas. One-year Lectureship Effective Fall 2007. AOS: Ethics or social and political philosophy. Two courses per semester, two semesters per year. Women and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Teaching will include courses at the introductory, advanced undergraduate and graduate levels. Candidates with relevant teaching experience will be preferred. Salary competitive. Applicants should initially send cover letter, CV and letters of reference only, by email to mrd@rice.edu or fax 713-348-5847 overnight mail to the address below. Interviews will be conducted at the APA Central Division meeting in Chicago. To insure consideration for interviews in Chicago the application should reach us by April 2. Rice University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. (173W), posted: 03/16/07.

107. RICE UNIVERSITY, Houston, Texas. One-year Lecturer position. Effective Fall 2007. AOS: Some area in the history of philosophy in the interval from 400 BC to 1950 AD. Two courses per semester, two semesters per year. Women and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Teaching will include courses at the introductory, advanced undergraduate and graduate levels. One or two courses may be in a non-history AOC. Candidates with relevant teaching experience will be preferred. Salary competitive. Applicants should initially send cover letter and CV only, by email to mrd@rice.edu or fax to 713-348-5847. Interviews will be conducted at the APA Central Division meeting in Chicago. To insure consideration for interviews in Chicago the application should reach us by April 2. Rice University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. (173W), posted: 03/16/07.

105., 106. UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA, DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY, Ottawa, ONTARIO, Canada. Faculty of Arts. Limited-Term Replacement Professors.The Department of Philosophy at the University of Ottawa invites applications to fill two Limited-Term Replacement Professors positions starting August 1st, 2007. The initial appointment is for a period of 2 years, renewable once for 3 years. The workload of these positions will normally involve teaching 7 courses or 21 credits, academic service activities, and the expectation of continuing development as an educational professional through scholarly activities. The salary scale is the same as the salary scale of Assistant Professors. Applicants should hold a doctorate. The candidates will mainly teach first year courses and possibly upper level courses as well. Courses could be taught either in English or in French.The closing date is: April 15, 2007. Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of principal publications, teaching evaluations and arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to be sent directly to the chair: Dr. Catherine Collobert, Department of Philosophy, 70 Laurier Avenue East, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5. Inquiries to: ccollobe@uottawa.ca. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Equity is a University policy; women, aboriginal peoples, members of visible minorities and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply. (173W), posted: 03/14/07.

104. WHITWORTH COLLEGE, Spokane, WA. Visiting Instructor/Assistant Professor in Philosophy, beginning September 1, 2007. This is a one academic year position in the growing Philosophy program of the Department of Theology and Philosophy. Our majors go on to graduate school, seminary, law school, and careers in business and teaching. The current two full-time and one part-time members of the Philosophy program value the integration of faith and learning and the integration of philosophy with the general curriculum. Philosophy faculty have served an important role in inter-disciplinary Core courses and general interest philosophy courses for non-majors. For more information, visit www.whitworth.edu/Academic/Department/Theology&Philosophy/Index.asp. AOS: Open; AOC: Open. Teach Introduction to Philosophy and Logic. Other courses to be taught will be negotiated. (Ability to teach Epistemology and/or Philosophy of Science is desirable, but not necessary.) Teach three courses per semester, plus one non-traditional course in a three week January Term. QUALIFICATIONS: Prefer Ph.D., but ABD acceptable; demonstrated effectiveness at college-level teaching; background check required; a personal commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith and learning; the ability and desire to establish a positive relationship with persons regardless of race, gender, physical limitation or religious belief; a commitment to equal opportunity for all persons; a commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth College as a Christian liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA). APPLICATION: Submit a letter of interest; your resume or curriculum vitae; the names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of three references; graduate and undergraduate transcripts (may be unofficial); three recent teaching evaluations (if available); and an essay addressing the relationship between your Christian faith and teaching to: Human Resource Services, Auld House, Attn: Chair, Visiting Faculty of Philosophy Search, Whitworth College, 300 West Hawthorne Road, Spokane, WA 99251 or by email to jobs@whitworth.edu. For more information, please visit our website at www.whitworth.edu/jobs. Salary competitive. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. The position remains open and applications will be reviewed until filled. There will be a search this fall for a permanent tenure-track position to begin in the fall of 2008. The visiting instructor/assistant professor will be invited to apply for the tenure-track position. With our commitment to building a culturally diverse community, we encourage applications from women, persons with disabilities, and members of under-represented ethnic groups. (173W), posted: 03/14/07.

103. University of Oxford, United Kingdom. Faculty of Philosophy. Fixed-Term Departmental Lecturership in Philosophy of Physics Grade 7: £26,666 - £32,796 p.a. (as at 1 August 2007) Applications are invited for a Departmental Lecturership in Philosophy of Physics. The appointment is fixed-term for a period of one year, from 1 October 2007 to 30 September 2008, and is not renewable. The successful candidate will be expected to give 28 lectures over the year on topics within philosophy of physics, to give an average of 3 hours per week of tutorials during term time, to undertake a limited amount of graduate supervision, and to participate in examining and administrative duties as required. Further particulars are available from the Faculty's web site (http://www.philosophy.ox.ac.uk) or from the Administrator, Faculty of Philosophy, 10 Merton Street, Oxford, OX1 4JJ UK (tel: 01865 276928, e-mail: administrator@philosophy.ox.ac.uk, fax: 01865 276932). There is no application form. Applications, consisting of a covering letter, a full curriculum vitae, a list of publications, and the names and addresses of three referees, should be sent to the Administrator (by post, email, or fax) no later than Friday 13 April 2007. (173W), posted: 03/12/07.

102. SUNY COLLEGE AT BROCKPORT, Brockport, NY. The Department of Philosophy invites applications for a one-year, temporary, non-tenure-track Visiting Assistant Professor position, to begin August 2007. AOS: Ancient Greek Philosophy or Ethics. AOC: Ancient Greek Philosophy, if that is not the AOS; otherwise open, but the Department also has teaching needs in Feminist Philosophy/Philosophy of Gender. Teaching load is 3/3 with some governance and advisement responsibilities. PhDs and ABDs who have made satisfactory completion towards the PhD. will be considered. Salary is competitive. SUNY Brockport is a comprehensive institution in the State University of New York system, located near Rochester and Buffalo, NY. Applicants for this position should submit a cover letter, CV, and writing sample. Application materials must be submitted through the College’s online application system at www.brockportrecruit.org. For best consideration, application materials should be submitted by March 24, 2007. Transcripts and letters of reference may be submitted to: Dr. Georges Dicker, Department of Philosophy, SUNY Brockport, 350 New Campus Drive, Brockport, NY 14420. The Department encourages members of under-represented groups to apply. EEOC/AA (173W), posted: 03/12/07.

101. BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY, Binghamton, NY. One year visiting Assistant Professor or Lecturer, depending on qualifications, starting August 2007. AOC: Philosophy of Law. 5 undergraduate courses a year. Some large lectures with TAs including one on Philosophy of Law. The Department has additional teaching needs in Business Ethics at the introductory level. PhD by time of appointment preferred. Advanced ABD accepted. Deadline for application (which should include letter of application, CV, brief writing sample, three letters of reference, and evidence of teaching excellence) is 26 March 2007. Please send applications to Philosophy of Law Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, Binghamton University, Binghamton, NY 13902-6000. Binghamton University is an EO and AA employer. (173W), posted: 03/09/07.

100. 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 Philosophy of Technology (e.g., computer ethics and ethics of emerging technologies) OR Engineering Ethics (in connection with environmental ethics and public policy). We have an alliance with the College of Computing and Informatics (for ethics and critical thinking) and we are developing a similar alliance with the Lee College of Engineering (in line with the NSF Program for Ethics in Engineering and Science). While we realize a philosopher will specialize in one area, we expect to hire somebody able to participate in both alliances. Teaching load: two courses per 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, plus we are hiring a Distinguished Professor in Business Ethics. We offer a traditional and applied major, a Graduate Certificate in Applied Ethics, and an M.A. in Ethics and Applied Philosophy. Our M.A. is linked to a number of Ph.D. programs on campus (e.g., public policy) and we provide research ethics courses for many of them. So we have a strong tradition of interdisciplinary studies involving all seven of the University's colleges. 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 – electronically only – a letter describing your qualifications, C.V., and writing sample to the following UNC Charlotte website: https://jobs.uncc.edu Three letters of recommendation should be sent directly to the Department of Philosophy, 9201 University City Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28223. Screening of electronic applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. We will be interviewing at the Pacific and Central APA Meetings. UNC Charlotte is an AA/EOE employer, values diversity in its faculty and students, and especially encourages applications from women and underrepresented minorities. (173W), posted: 03/09/07.

98., *99. WINONA STATE UNIVERSITY, Winona, MN. The Philosophy Department has an opening for an Fixed-Term Instructor for the 2007-2007 academic year (extension beyond one year possible). Candidates will teach lower-level philosophy courses to fit with department’s curriculum, including one or more of the following: Intro to Philosophy, Philosophy of Science, Early Modern Philosophy. The candidate will also teach one or more upper-division courses in the candidate’s area of expertise. Teaching load is four undergraduate courses (3 preps) per semester. Minimum requires include an ABD in Philosophy, with a Ph.D. preferred. For a complete job description, see http://www.winona.edu/humanresources, e-mail jobs@winona.edu or call (507) 457-5639. Review of applications begins immediately. Position available pending budgetary approval. AA/EOE. (173W), posted: 03/09/07.

97. UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA, Tucson, AZ. The Arizona Center for Judaic Studies at The University of Arizona seeks to fill a senior position in Jewish Thought with a specialization in fields such as Philosophy, Literature, Religion, or Rabbinics. The position is contingent on availability of funding. Preference will be given to a scholar with a broad range of knowledge in both medieval and modern Jewish Thought and with a proven record of outstanding scholarly accomplishments. The appointment will be made at the rank of full professor. Applications must be submitted online at www.hr.arizona.edu, job #36637. Review of applications begins April 16, 2007 and continues until the position is filled. The University of Arizona is an EEO/AA Employer-M/W/D/V. (173W), posted: 03/08/07.

96. BERRY COLLEGE, Mount Berry, GA. The Departments of Government and International Studies and of Religion and Philosophy at Berry College invite applications for a one-year, sabbatical replacement beginning Fall 2007. Visiting Assistant Professor. 4/4 teaching load. AOS: Political philosophy. Responsibilities include teaching the general-education courses, Introduction to Philosophy and American Government, and advanced courses in the candidate’s areas of interest in both philosophy and politics. Ph.D. preferred. We are seeking candidates with a strong commitment to liberal arts education in a small college setting. Candidates must demonstrate commitment to undergraduate teaching excellence. Send application letter, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Michael Papazian, Philosophy Search Committee Chair, P. O. Box 550, Berry College, Mt. Berry, GA 30149-550. Email inquiries: mpapazian@berry.edu. Deadline for the receipt of all application materials is April 2, 2007. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. (173W), posted: 03/08/07.


A NEW APPLICATIONS DEADLINE DATE OF MARCH 27, 2007 HAS BEEN ADDED TO THE WESTMONT COLLEGE JOB AD BELOW.
95. WESTMONT COLLEGE, Santa Barbara, CA. Definite 1-year position, beginning fall 2007 –- rank open (Ph.D. highly desirable). Six undergraduate lower- and upper-division courses (five preparations). Summer teaching possible. AOS: Open. AOC: metaphysics, logic, ancient and medieval philosophy, and philosophy of religion. We encourage women and minorities to apply (EOE). Westmont is a national liberal arts college in the evangelical Protestant Christian tradition. With a selective, 1200-student enrollment, the college emphasizes excellence in teaching and scholarship. Diversity is one of the college’s Student Learning Standards. Faculty are required to affirm Westmont’s statement of faith and are expected to relate their faith to their teaching and scholarship (see www.westmont.edu). Send application letter, CV, writing sample, 3 letters of recommendation, and evidence of teaching effectiveness to David Vander Laan, Philosophy Department, Westmont College, 955 La Paz Rd., Santa Barbara, CA 93108-1099 or to vanderla@westmont.edu. APPLICATIONS DEADLINE DATE IS MARCH 27, 2007. (173W), posted: 03/07/07.

*94. TUSKEGEE UNIVERSITY, Tuskegee, AL. Assistant Professor, non-tenure track to teach undergraduates beginning Fall Semester 2007. Desired areas of specialization include Ethics, Continental Philosophy and Phenomenology. The position requires the ability to teach lower level courses selected from Ethics, Introduction to Philosophy and Logic as well as upper level courses in Philosophy of Science, Applied Ethics, Philosophy of Religion and perhaps Eastern Philosophy and/or African Philosophy. Responsibilities include teaching twelve hours each semester and advising undecided majors. Ph.D. in Philosophy required. There is a good possibility for renewal and also an opportunity for research and publication through the Tuskegee University National Center for Bioethics in Research and Health Care. Summer teaching available based on rotation with other Philosophy faculty. Salary based on qualifications. The position will remain opened until filled. EO/AAE. Send letter of interest, resume, three letters of recommendation and a copy of graduate transcripts to Dr. Marc Graney, College of Liberal and Education, Tuskegee University, Tuskegee, AL 36088. Phone (334) 727-8689. (173W), posted: 03/07/07.

93. STANFORD UNIVERSITY, Stanford, CA. The Richard Rufus Project seeks a postdoctoral fellow to collaborate on a critical edition of Rufus’ major commentary on Aristotle’s Metaphysics, supported by the National Endowment for the Humanities. The fellow will learn to edit medieval philosophical texts, work with manuscripts, and identify Rufus’ sources. The appointment is for one year, preferably starting July 1, 2007, at a stipend of approximately $38000. Excellent Latin required. Knowledge of ancient and medieval philosophy desired; a background in paleography or metaphysics advantageous. Forward a vita and references to Rega Wood, Philosophy, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305-2155. Stanford University is an EEO/AA employer. (173W), posted: 03/07/07.

92. MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE, MIDDLEBURY, VT. The Department of Philosophy invites applications for a one-year, full-time position for 2007-08. AOS: Ethics. AOC: Contemporary Social & Political Theory, or Philosophy of Law, or History of Modern Philosophy. Candidates should be able to teach courses on the history of ethics, on applied ethics, on philosophy of law, and on recent social and political theory. Appointment will be made at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) or Visiting Instructor (ABD). Candidates should provide evidence of commitment to excellent teaching within a liberal arts college environment and scholarly potential. Send letter of application with a statement of teaching interests, curriculum vitae, graduate transcript, sample of scholarly work, and three current letters of recommendation, at least two of which must speak to teaching ability, to: Chair, Search Committee, Prof. M. K. Woodruff, Philosophy Department, 14 Old Chapel Road, 5305 Middlebury College, Middlebury VT 05753. No applications by e-mail or fax; hard copies only. Review of applications will begin March 23rd, 2007 and will continue until the position is filled. Middlebury College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse faculty to complement the increasing diversity of the student body. (173W), posted: 03/06/07.

91. WITTENBERG UNIVERSITY, Springfield, Ohio. One-year sabbatical replacement, beginning Fall 2007. Ph.D. desired. Visiting Instructor or Asst. Prof. Six courses, three/semester. Salary competitive. AOS: Applied ethics. Department seeks candidates who share our commitment to promoting social justice, whose teaching reflects a commitment to engaged liberal learning. Special interest in candidates able to offer African American, Native American, African, and/or Southeast Asian philosophy. Final review of applications will begin March 30. Applications should include the following: (1) letter of application, (2) c.v., (3) graduate transcripts, (4) three letters of reference, (5) writing sample, and (6) evidence of teaching excellence. Members of groups underrepresented in philosophy strongly encouraged to apply. Wittenberg is a Lutheran-related, residential, undergraduate college with an enrollment of approximately 2000. Send applications to Don Collins Reed, Chair, Department of Philosophy, Wittenberg University, Springfield, Ohio 45501-0720. EO/AAE. (173W), posted: 03/06/07.

90. CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA, Washington, D.C. Rank open, tenure-track, beginning fall 2007. 5 courses/year (3-2/semester), undergraduate and graduate. Dissertation and thesis supervision. Usual committee work. AOS: open. The School seeks a Roman Catholic priest for this position. 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, DC 20064. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. (173), posted: 03/02/07.

89. TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY, PHILOSOPHY DEPARTMENT, Lubbock, TX. One-year visiting position, at the rank of Assistant Professor. AOS: Ethics or Epistemology or Metaphysics. AOC: open. Three classes per semester; combination of intro-level lecture course and upper-division/graduate courses; 2-3 preps (negotiable); teaching assistant in intro course. Ph.D. by August 2007 required. Send complete dossier to: VAP Search, Philosophy Department, Texas Tech University, P.O. Box 43092, Lubbock,TX, 79409-3092. Review of applications will begin on March 16. We expect to interview candidates at the APA Central meeting. EEO/AAE. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. (173W), posted: 03/01/07.

87., *88. UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND UNIVERSITY COLLEGE, Adelphia, MD. PHILOSOPHY ADJUNCT FACULTY POSITIONS. Creative. Caring. Committed. University of Maryland University College (UMUC) is seeking talented faculty to challenge students in one of higher education's most dynamic learning environments. UMUC is hiring part-time adjunct and full-time non-tenure track faculty nationwide to teach Philosophy courses for on-site and online delivery formats. We invite you to learn more and APPLY ONLINE at: www.umuc.edu/facultyrecruit We require a Terminal Degree (i.e., Ph.D., DBA, JD, etc) from a regionally accredited institution. However, exceptions may be made based on professional/industry and/or teaching experience based on specific academic discipline. Additional industry certifications may also be required for some academic disciplines. As a UMUC adjunct faculty, you can share your knowledge and earn additional income while teaching within a flexible schedule that fits into your fulltime professional life. We provide online training for teaching with Webtycho, our state-of-the-art proprietary online platform. UMUC is one of the 11 degree-granting institutions of the University System of Maryland. The university is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Today, we serve a diverse student body of over 90,000 students around the world. EOE/F/MC/V. Women and minority applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. (173W), posted: 03/01/07.

86. BAKERSFIELD COLLEGE, Bakersfield, CA. Philosophy Instructor, tenure-track, beginning fall semester, 2007. 5 courses/semester, teaching introduction to philosophy & introduction to logic. AOS and AOC: open, but background in biomedical ethics a plus. The philosophy dept. here at BC is growing and currently has 5 full-time members. We offer a collegial professional environment. Usual non-teaching duties. MA or equivalent required. Salary is extremely competitive. E0/AAE. The job announcement with full explanation of expected qualifications and detailed application instructions may be obtained by visiting http://www.bc.cc.ca.us/employee/jobs/Faculty/ or by contacting Bakersfield College, Human Resources Office, 2100 Chester Avenue, Suite 201, Bakersfield, California 93301, (661) 336-5140. Deadline for applications: April 6, 2007. (173W), posted: 03/01/2007.

85. CLAREMONT MCKENNA COLLEGE, Claremont, CA. CLAREMONT MCKENNA COLLEGE invites applications for a one-year visiting position to begin July 2007. AOS: Ethics, broadly construed to include applied ethics, ethical theory, and/or political philosophy; AOC: Open. Ph.D prior to appointment preferred. Teaching load is 3-2. Applications should include CV, at least three letters of recommendation, a writing sample, and evidence of teaching excellence, including descriptions of sample courses. Please send hard copies of all materials no later than March 23 to: Chair, Ethics Search, Claremont McKenna College, 850 Columbia Avenue, Claremont, CA 91711. Claremont McKenna College is an equal opportunity employer. CMC is a highly selective undergraduate institution. CMC is a member of The Claremont Colleges, which also include Pomona, Scripps, Pitzer, Harvey Mudd, the Claremont Graduate University, and the Keck Graduate Institute of Applied Science. Collectively, the Claremont Colleges constitute an academic community of 6,000 students and more than 20 philosophers. Claremont is located 35 miles east of downtown Los Angeles. (173W), posted: 02/27/07.

84. TEL AVIV UNIVERSITY, Tel Aviv, Israel. The Department of Philosophy, Tel Aviv University invites applications for a tenured or tenure-track position. Applicants should be scholars who have received a Ph.D., or that will receive a Ph.D. no later than September 1, 2007, and who specialize in Indian Philosophy, with training in Western Philosophy. The position will commence in the academic year of 2007. Teaching ability in Hebrew required as is scholarly potential. Salary and conditions will conform to Israeli university regulations. Appointment procedures will be carried out and rank determined according to the rules and regulations of Tel Aviv University and are subject to the approval of the university authorities. The appointee will be required to live in the Tel Aviv area. Candidates should send a letter of application together with CV and samples of publications or other written work and also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent, under separate cover to: Prof. Shlomo Biderman, Dean, Faculty of Humanities, Tel Aviv University, Ramat Aviv 69978, Israel. Deadline: Applications should arrive no later than March 29, 2007. Tel Aviv University is not obliged to appoint any of the candidates. (173W), posted 02/27/07.

83. MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY, Eat Lansing, MI. Environmental Toxicologist/Disease Ecologist, Assistant Professor Departments of Fisheries and Wildlife. PhD-environmental toxicology/disease ecology/conservation medicine. Candidate to develop extramurally supported research, teach ug/grad courses & interact w/ state/tribal/federal/intl. partners on issues of health of aquatic/wildlife biota/ecosystem. Details at http://hr.msu.edu/HRsite/HiringPostings/Faculty/Postings/JobPostings/TenurePostings.htm. Deadline 4/1/07 or until a suitable candidate identified. Send letter of interest; CV; description of experience/expertise/professional goals; names/contact info for 3 references to Weiming Li, Search Chair, FWL, 13 Nat. Resources Bldg, E. Lansing, MI 48824. Electronic submissions preferred (email: liweim@msu.edu). Include Environmental Toxicologist as the subject line. MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. (173W), posted: 02/26/2007.

82. KASKASKIA COLLEGE, Centralia, IL. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, PHILOSOPHY. The College is seeking candidates who have a strong commitment to the community college mission and philosophy, student learning, and to the use of technology and innovation in the delivery of instruction. In addition to teaching, responsibilities include curriculum development, assessment of student learning, program review, student recruitment and advisement, and institutional committee participation: Nine-month, tenure track position, starting Fall Semester 2007. Salary range is $36,260 to $53,540 per academic year. Responsible for instruction and all related duties in the Philosophy program and additional disciplines as assigned. Requires Master’s degree in Philosophy, along with excellent communication, organization, and presentation skills. Two years community college teaching experience and minimum of 18 graduate hours in another teaching discipline, with willingness to teach in additional area preferred. Degree granting institutions must be regionally accredited. All applicants being considered for hire will be required to submit to a pre-employment background investigation, including a criminal record check. To receive consideration, applicants must submit a transmittal letter describing how qualifications meet the position criteria, along with a resume, copy of transcripts, official Kaskaskia College Employment Application, and responses to Initial Application Questions by March 16, 2007, or until position is filled to the address below. Official Employment Application, Initial Application Questions, and Position Description can be accessed at www.kaskaskia.edu/hr. Director of Human Resources, Search #ED 139, Kaskaskia College, 27210 College Road, Centralia, IL 62801. AA/EEO Employer. 618-545-3023 www.kaskaskia.edu Kaskaskia College is interested in receiving applications from individuals who would enhance the diversity of the College. (173W), posted: 02/23/07.

81. UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON, Arlington, TX. The Department of Philosophy and Humanities invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor faculty position, to begin August 2007. AOS: Philosophy of Science. AOC: Logic (including ability to teach the basic metalogical results). Service courses will include introduction to philosophy and critical thinking. ABDs who have made satisfactory progress toward degree completion will be considered, but candidates should have received Ph.D. by time of actual appointment. Duties to include undergraduate and graduate teaching (six courses per year, semester system) and possibly some undergraduate senior thesis supervision. UT Arlington, the second largest component of the UT System, is a research university with high research (RU/H in the Carnegie Foundation’s Classification of Institutions of Higher Education) enrolling 25,000 students and located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Additional information about the Department available at http://www.uta.edu/philosophy/. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Each applicant should submit a CV, at least three confidential letters of recommendation, a graduate transcript, and evidence of successful teaching to Professor Denny Bradshaw, Chair, Department of Philosophy and Humanities, Box 19527, University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX 76019-0527. We will conduct interviews at the APA Central Division meeting. The University of Texas at Arlington is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. (173W), posted: 02/23/07.

80. NORTHERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY, Highland Heights, KY. The Department of Sociology, Anthropology & Philosophy invites applications for a tenure-track position in Philosophy at the Assistant Professor rank to begin Fall 2007 with competitive salary. The philosophy program seeks a person who specializes in Applied/Professional Ethics. Area of Concentration is open, but Social & Political preferred. Candidates must have a completed Ph.D. and provide evidence of excellence in teaching and the potential for research and scholarly publication. Strong preference will be given to candidates with interest in, and potential for, successful grant writing, civic engagement, service learning, the cultivation of interdisciplinary relationships, the ability to contribute to internationalizing the campus and teach courses of a global dimension such as War and Peace and Philosophy of Non-violence, as well as Ethics of Information Technology, developing an ethics across the curriculum or similar program and possibly an ethics center. Preference will be given to candidates who can contribute to our program's goals and who compliment its strengths. Candidates should electronically send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, the contact information for 3 references, and a publication sample to Ms. Mindy Berry at <berrym1@nku.edu> using subject line: “philosophy position. Fax 859 572-6086. The application deadline is March 7, 2007. Applicants may be contacted about interviews at professional meetings. Northern Kentucky University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. (172W), posted: 02/23/07.

79. CARNEGIE MELLON UNIVERSITY, Pittsburgh, PA. Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh PA. The Carnegie Mellon Department of Philosophy invites applications for the Herbert Simon Fellowship in Scientific Philosophy. Applications from scholars working in any area of philosophy are welcome, with a strong preference for work with formal or empirical aspects drawing on interdisciplinary sources. The Fellowship is intended primarily for those who have recently received doctorates, including scholars with a continuing faculty appointment elsewhere. The Fellowship has a tenure of two years (non-renewable), with teaching duties of 2 courses/year, one of which should be a research seminar in the Fellow's specialty. Appointments of one year are possible for applicants with a continuing faculty appointment elsewhere. Residence in Pittsburgh is expected. Applications (including a statement of purpose, CV, at least one writing sample and two letters of reference) may be sent to: The Philosophy Department; Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh PA 15213. Attention: Simon Fellowship Committee. Electronic applications, preferably in pdf format enclosed as attachments, are welcome and indeed preferred. Send email to: phil-search@andrew.cmu.edu. The deadline for application is Monday, March 19th, 2007. (173W) posted: 02/21/2007.

*78. AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Auburn, AL. AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Auburn, AL. Possible opening for one or more temporary instructors for Academic Year 2007/08. Instructors will teach some combination of introductory ethics, logic, medical ethics, or business ethics. Instructors may be reappointed for up to 5 years depending on departmental needs and teaching evaluations. Teaching duties only. Fulltime, 9-month appointments run from mid-August to mid-May; course load is 4 classes per semester; salary is $30,000. We strongly desire applicants with Ph.D.s in Philosophy (ABDs considered). Area of Specialty: Open. Area of Competence: Open. Review of applications will begin March 21, 2007. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time appointment is scheduled to begin and be able to communicate effectively in English. Send letter of application, current CV, student/teacher/course evaluations if available, and three letters of recommendation to: Search Committee Chair, Department of Philosophy, 6080 Haley Center, Auburn University, AL 36849-5210. See web page at www.auburn.edu/academic/liberal_arts/philosophy. Auburn University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. (173W) posted: 02/21/2007.

77. UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA WILMINGTON, Wilmington, NC. The Department of Philosophy and Religion at UNC Wilmington seeks a philosopher to teach introductory courses in philosophy and possibly an upper-level course in area of specialization. This is a renewable, full-time lecturer position which begins with the 2007-2008 academic year, teaching four courses per semester. Candidates must be ABD in philosophy and be committed to teaching in an undergraduate liberal arts setting. Salary competitive at lecturer rank. To apply, please complete the online application process available on the Web at http://consensus.uncw.edu. UNC Wilmington is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. (173W) posted: 02/21/2007.

76. VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY, Nashville, TN. Lecturer in Philosophy and Writing. The Writing Studio and the Department of Philosophy at Vanderbilt University invite applications for the position of Lecturer in Philosophy and Writing. The primary responsibility of this position is to the Writing Studio. The Lecturer in Philosophy and Writing will work under the leadership of the Director of the Writing Studio, and in consultation with the Chair of the Philosophy Department, to develop and coordinate Writing Studio programs and to train and support undergraduate and graduate student staff at the Studio. Lecturers will also teach writing-intensive courses in Philosophy. Contracts are for a one-year, renewable term and will be determined by the agreement of the Philosophy Department and the Writing Studio. Ph.D. required at time of appointment. Candidates must demonstrate excellence in writing-intensive course instruction and in the tutoring of writing. Applicants should send a cover letter, CV, letters of recommendation, a sample course syllabus, teaching evaluations, if available, and a writing sample (not to exceed 20 pages) to Writing Studio, 117 Alumni Hall, 2201 West End Ave., Nashville, TN 37240. Screening begins January 12, 2007, and will continue until position is filled. Vanderbilt University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. (172W) posted: 02/21/2007.

*75. WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY, Kalamazoo, MI. WMU seeks applications for a tenure-track position in the Department of Philosophy at the Assistant Professor level with a start date of Fall 2007, pending budgetary approval. The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching has placed WMU among the 76 public institutions in the nation designated as research universities with high research activity. AOS/AOC open, but the department has particular interests in metaphysics, philosophy of mind, history of modern philosophy, and philosophy of science. WMU’s Department of Philosophy (www.wmich.edu/philosophy) is broadly analytic in focus, with an undergraduate major and a highly-regarded M.A. program. Western Michigan University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Send letter of application, CV, writing sample, graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Marc Alspector-Kelly, Department of Philosophy, 1903 W. Michigan Avenue, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5022. Questions may be directed to marc.alspector-kelly@wmich.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (173W) posted: 02/21/2007.

74. CENTER FOR BIOETHICS, UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA, Minneapolis, MN. JOB DESCRIPTION. Assistant/Associate/Full Professor. The University of Minnesota Center for Bioethics is seeking an individual to fill a new tenure-track position. Rank is open; preference will be given to persons who have an established record of outstanding scholarship in bioethics, a strong record of extramurally supported research, and teaching experience in bioethics. Experience in any of the following is desired but not required: ethics and public health, pharmacy ethics, or research ethics. The faculty position is in the Center for Bioethics, with tenure-home appointment likely to be within the School of Public Health but negotiable depending on individual disciplinary expertise. The successful candidate will be expected to: 1. Contribute to the development of the discipline of bioethics through research and scholarship. 2. Teach professional and graduate courses in bioethics. Ability to teach courses in ethics and public health, pharmacy ethics, or research ethics is preferred. 3. Provide mentoring and research advising for graduate students and/or professional students. 4. Assist with the development of curricula in area of expertise. Minimum academic preparation and qualifications include: 1. PhD, JD, MD degree or equivalent terminal degree, completed before the appointment begins. 2. Two years of teaching experience at undergraduate, graduate, or professional school levels or comparable teaching experience with positive supporting data. 3. Evidence of scholarship in bioethics. Please apply on-line at https://employment.umn.edu/ and refer to either academic requisition #146093 (tenure) or 146094 (tenure-track). Along with application, please attach a CV and a writing sample. Questions may be directed to Carl Elliott, MD, PhD, at 612-626-5347 or email ellio023@umn.edu. Three confidential letters of reference should be sent to: Faculty Search Committee Center for Bioethics, University of Minnesota, 410 Church Street SE, N504 Boynton, Minneapolis, MN 55455. Telephone: at 612-624-9440 / Fax: 612-624-9108. Email: ellio023@umn.edu. The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer. (173W) posted: 02/21/2007.

*73. MINNESOTA STATE UNIVERSITY MOORHEAD, Moorhead, MN. Full-time tenure track position in philosophy beginning August 20, 2007. Ph.D. in philosophy required by appointment date. THE POSITION HAS BEEN CHANGED TO A ONE-YEAR POSITION. PhD NO LONGER REQURIED. AOS in feminist theory required. AOC open. College teaching experience required. Teaching assignment will regularly include courses for the university’s interdisciplinary Women’s Studies baccalaureate major. Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience. For full details and standard application form, see http://www.mnstate.edu/vacancy/unclassified.htm or direct inquiries to Theodore Gracyk (218-477-2478 or gracyk@mnstate.edu). Screening begins March 16. We expect to interview candidates at the APA Central Division meeting. MSUM is committed to diversity in its programs and activities and actively seeks to hire persons who share in that commitment. AA/EOEE. A member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. (173W), posted: 02/21/2007.

72. WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY IN ST. LOUIS, Saint Louis, MO. The Department of Philosophy invites applications for a one year or one semester open rank visiting faculty appointment starting either Fall 2007 or Spring 2008. AOS: ethics and/or social and political philosophy. The department seeks to recruit a person already holding a tenured or tenure track position with a significant record of teaching and publication. Salary competitive. (For more information on the Department of Philosophy at Washington University, see http://www.artsci.wustl.edu/~philos/.) Please send letter of application, CV, three letters of recommendation, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and succinct writing sample to: Visiting Faculty Search Committee, Department of Philosophy, Campus Box 1073, Washington University, One Brookings Drive, St. Louis, MO 63130-4899. (mrollins@artsci.wustl.edu) Employment eligibility verification required upon hire. Women and members of minority groups are especially encouraged to apply. Washington University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. (173W) posted: 02/21/2007.

71. SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY, Huntsville, TX. Announcing a new nine-month, full-time, lecturer position for the 2007-2008 academic year in the Philosophy Program of the Department of Psychology and Philosophy. AOS: Ethics. AOC: Social and Legal Philosophy. The regular teaching load is four courses per semester, including some combination of Introduction to Philosophy, Critical Thinking, Moral Issues, and Death and Dying. Upper-level courses in AOS/AOC possible. Please send a letter of interest, a CV, three letters of reference, graduate and undergraduate transcripts, and, if available, evidence of teaching ability to: Dr. Glenn Sanford, Philosophy Program, Department of Psychology and Philosophy, Box 2447, Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, TX 77341-2447. Inquiries by email sanford@shsu.edu or telephone 936-294-1510 are welcome. Review of materials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Plan Employer. (173W) posted: 02/21/2007.

70. UNIVERSITY OF DALLAS, Irving, TX. Visiting Assistant Professor, one-year position, beginning Fall, 2007. Ph.D. required prior to appointment. Teaching load 3/3. We encourage the candidacy of anyone satisfying the following three broad requirements: (1) Candidates must share our commitment to the recovery and renewal of the Western heritage of liberal education and our dedication to the recovery of the Catholic intellectual tradition. (2) Candidates must be adequately prepared to teach in our B.A. and M.A. programs, and in the Philosophy portion of the undergraduate core curriculum. (3) Candidates must articulate how their research interests contribute to the search for philosophic wisdom. Send dossier and writing sample, and have three letters of recommendation sent to Lance Simmons, Chair, Search Committee, Philosophy Department, University of Dallas, 1845 East Northgate Drive, Irving, TX 75062. Applications will be reviewed beginning March 9, 2007. EOE. (173W), 02/21/2007.

69. BERLIN SCHOOL OF MIND & BRAIN, Berlin, Germany. Full Professor (W3): Philosophy of Mind. The Faculty of Philosophy I at Humboldt University, Berlin, invites applications for an appointment at the rank of Full Professor (W3), effective October 1, 2007. Applicants should have an outstanding record of research in contemporary philosophy of mind. The successful applicant will contribute to the teaching in the newly established Berlin School of Mind & Brain, mostly at graduate level. He or she is expected to have a "Habilitation" or equivalent qualification in philosophy and experience in managing a graduate program. Since the Berlin School of Mind & Brain has an interdisciplinary focus, the successful applicant should be familiar with methods and issues in neuroscience. He or she should have a strong interest to collaborate with empirical researchers working in biology, medicine, psychology and linguistics. Humboldt University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications should be sent to Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Dekan der PhilosophischenFakultät I, Prof. Dr. M. Borgolte, Unter den Linden 6, D-10099 Berlin. Contact Email: PerlerD@Philosophie.HU-Berlin.de (Prof. Dominik Perler, Head of the Philosophy Department) Web: www.mind-and-brain.de (173W) posted: 02/21/2007.

68. LINGNAN UNIVERSITY, Tuen Mun, Hong Kong. Associate/ Assistant Professor (Visual Studies Programme) Department of Philosophy (Post Ref.: 06/140) The successful applicant should be able to teach in two or more of the following areas: New Media, Contemporary (Asian) Art, Fashion, Design, Built Environments, Photography, Environmental Aesthetics, and History of the Visual Arts. Applicants are also expected to have a strong commitment to interdisciplinary endeavors. For appointment as an Associate Professor, applicants should have a Ph.D. degree plus at least five years of relevant experience and should have a sound track