Asst. Professor - Philosophy teaches courses in the discipline area of philosophy. Develops and designs curriculum plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensures student engagement. Being an Asst. Professor - Philosophy provides tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintains classes related records, and assesses student coursework. Collaborates and supports colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities. Additionally, Asst. Professor - Philosophy typically reports to a department head. Requires a PhD or terminal degree appropriate to the field. Has experience and is qualified to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels and contributes to research In a specialized field. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Department of Philosophy at the University of New Mexico is pleased to invite applications for a full-time, tenure-stream position in Ancient Greek Philosophy and Analytic Metaphysics & Epistemology at the rank of Assistant Professor. The anticipated start date is August 2024. AOS: Ancient Greek Philosophy; AOC: Open, but must include Analytic Metaphysics & Epistemology. The Department has particular teaching needs in logic. Customary undergraduate and graduate teaching duties, including thesis supervision, and non-teaching duties in Philosophy.
We are seeking an outstanding scholar who combines a research specialization in Ancient Greek Philosophy with the ability to teach Analytic Metaphysics & Epistemology; who is able to teach courses that contribute to the Department’s undergraduate major programs as well as its graduate curriculum; who will enjoy working in a philosophically pluralistic department; and who has a demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as to working with broadly diverse communities.
Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with rank and experience. For best consideration, please apply by 1 November 2023. Only applications that include all of the materials described below under “Special Instructions to Applicants” will be considered complete. Position will remain open until filled. Applicants who are appointed to a UNM continuing position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM. The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
For further information about the UNM Department of Philosophy, please visit our website (http://philosophy.unm.edu), call 505.277.2405, or email our Department Administrator, Michelle Gallegos, at michelleg@unm.edu.
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