Assistant Professor in Philosophy

University of Nebraska–Lincoln, United States

Updated: 20 days ago
Location: Lincoln, NEBRASKA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Information
Position Information


Working Title Assistant Professor in Philosophy
Department Philosophy-1091
Requisition Number F_230147
Posting Open Date 09/01/2023
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 10/20/2023
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
The Department of Philosophy at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks candidates for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin in the Fall of 2024.
The successful candidate will teach four (4) courses per year (2 per semester), including both undergraduate and graduate levels. Other duties include some thesis supervision, participation in faculty governance, and service on department and college committees. Areas of Specialization (AOS) include Philosophy of Mind, Epistemology, Philosophy of Cognitive Science, or Philosophy of Artificial Intelligence. The Area of Competence (AOC) is open. The department has teaching needs in philosophy of mind/psychology, epistemology, and logic.
Salary is competitive. Summer work may be available.
The University of Nebraska aims to establish an inclusive learning environment, open to all, in which diverse perspectives are recognized and respected, and in which each individual is able to work and learn in an atmosphere of respect, dignity, and acceptance.
As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination .
Minimum Required Qualifications
  • A Ph.D. in Philosophy or a closely related area by position start date.
  • Research and teaching expertise in an AOS category.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Exceptionally promising and accomplished research in an AOS category.
  • Strong potential for publications, as documented in the application materials, particularly the writing sample.
  • Teaching expertise in philosophy of mind/psychology.
  • Teaching expertise in epistemology.
  • Teaching competence in logic.
Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
Criminal History Background Check Required No
Posted Salary
How to Apply
Click “Apply for this Job” and complete the information form. Attach the following documents:
  • A curriculum vitae.
  • Evidence of teaching effectiveness. Attach as “Other Document.”
  • A writing sample. Attach as “Letter of Interest.”


    • In addition, at least three (3) letters of reference are required (additional letters will also be accepted). Referees should email letters in PDF format to [email protected] . To be guaranteed full consideration, completed applications and letters of reference must be received by October 19, 2023.
    For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
    John Brunero, [email protected]
    Job Category
    Job Category (old) Faculty Tenure/Tenure Leading
    Job Type Full-Time
    Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
    If Temporary, indicate end date
    Planned Hire Date 8/19/2024
    Appointment End Date
    Organizational Location Default Location

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