Arts and Sciences Teaching Post-Doctoral Scholar in Philosophy
- University of Kentucky
- Location: Lexington, Kentucky
- Category: Admin-Other Administrative Positions
- Posting Date: 05/26/2023
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
Job Description
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | Arts and Sciences Teaching Post-Doctoral Scholar in Philosophy |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | FE03576 |
| Working Title | |
| Department Name | 8E670:Philosophy |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Type of Position | Faculty |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Tenure Track Status | Non-Tenure Track |
| Required Education | PhD |
| Required Related Experience | n/a |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | n/a |
| Job Summary | The Philosophy Department at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a teaching post-doc position. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in hand by August 16, 2023 and a demonstrated record of teaching excellence. The position carries a 3/3 teaching load. The specific teaching assignment will depend on the candidate’s interests, but the department has particular needs in Introductory Logic, Food Ethics, Health Care Ethics, Early Modern Philosophy, and Environmental Ethics. The successful candidate will supervise 2-3 graduate TAs per semester. The position will begin August 16, 2023. Applicants should submit a cover letter (uploaded as Cover letter), curriculum vitae (uploaded as Curriculum Vita), transcript for highest degree earned (uploaded as Academic Transcript), and teaching dossier, including sample syllabi and evidence of teaching excellence (uploaded as Specific Request 1). In addition, please provide the names and contact information for three references when prompted in the academic profile. This information may be used to solicit recommendation letters. Review of applications will begin June 1, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. Questions about this position should be addressed to David Bradshaw, Acting Chair, Philosophy Department, University of Kentucky (david.bradshaw@uky.edu ). |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | Yes |
| Preferred Education/Experience | |
| Deadline to Apply | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| University Community of Inclusion | The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. |
