Core Lecturer of Philosophy (Philosophy of Law)

The Department of Philosophy at Smith College invites applications for a 3-year renewable, benefits eligible position at the rank of Core Lecturer in the Philosophy of Law and related fields to begin July 1, 2023. A core lecturer is a continuing, but non-tenure-track member of the faculty whose primary responsibility is teaching. The position includes access to research funds and a track to promotion to Senior Lecturer. The successful candidate will teach 5 courses per year. AOS: Philosophy of Law, AOC: Social and political philosophy, ethics, philosophy of language, or logic. Strong candidates will teach courses that enable students to understand and to think critically about the foundations of law and the roles of law in civil society broadly conceived. Cross-cultural philosophical interests are highly desirable. Ph.D. in Philosophy is required by the time of appointment. Candidates from groups underrepresented in Philosophy are encouraged to apply.

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is the largest women’s college in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. Smith College offers opportunities to foster faculty success at every career stage, such as those listed here. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges. Details about the Department of Philosophy may be found at http://www.smith.edu/philosophy/.

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