Assistant Professor Position

2 days ago


San Luis Obispo, California, United States California State University Full time
Job Title:

Assistant Professor of Philosophy

Job Summary:

The Philosophy Department at California State University is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor to join our faculty. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Philosophy and a strong research specialization in Kant or German Idealism. The ideal candidate will have a combination of university-level teaching experience and research potential.

Responsibilities:
  • Teach courses in the history of philosophy, including Kant and 19th century philosophy
  • Develop and teach courses in the history of philosophy, including Early Modern Philosophy, Ancient Greek Philosophy, or Medieval Philosophy
  • Include traditionally marginalized voices in their teaching of the history of philosophy
  • Contribute to the department's research and service activities
Requirements:
  • Ph.D. in Philosophy, earned or nearing completion at time of application
  • Evidence of potential for scholarly and/or creative achievement in the AOS
  • Ability to teach courses in the AOS and AOC
  • Ability to include traditionally marginalized voices in their teaching of the history of philosophy
  • Demonstrated university teaching experience
  • Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching
  • Demonstrated ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings
  • Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment
How to Apply:

Candidates with complete files by the review begin date will be given full consideration. To apply, please visit http://jobs.calpoly.edu/ and complete a required online faculty application and apply to Requisition #540492.

Please upload the following required materials as part of the electronic application:

  • Current curriculum vitae
  • Cover Letter: Describe your research specialization(s) and your ability to teach a course on Kant and 19th century philosophy as well as another area in the history of philosophy prior to Kant
  • Diversity Statement: Statement of demonstrated commitment to DEI in teaching, scholarship, and/or service describing past experience, contributions to DEI efforts, the impact on students, faculty, staff and/or your field, and a description of how you will demonstrate a commitment in these areas in teaching, research, and/or service at Cal Poly
  • Unofficial transcripts showing highest degree earned; official transcripts showing earned Ph.D. will be required prior to appointment
  • Teaching portfolio: Provide sample course syllabi related to the AOS and AOC, and evidence of teaching effectiveness including student evaluations
  • Example of scholarship

Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses when completing the online faculty application.



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