Professor of Philosophy

4 weeks ago

Lansing, Michigan, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a distinguished scholar to join our faculty as a W.K. Kellogg Chair in Ethics. The successful candidate will have a strong research background in philosophical ethics as it relates to agriculture, food systems, sustainability, resilience, and community.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide leadership to a campus-wide program in ethics related to agriculture, food systems, and sustainability.
  • Supervise graduate students and promote awareness among undergraduate students and community stakeholders about the need to address ethical issues in agriculture and food systems.
  • Develop a research program to advance scholarly understanding in agricultural ethics and contribute to practical application.
  • Collaborate with faculty in related areas of applied and practiced ethics and secure grant funding to support such efforts.
  • Contribute to the ethics training of students at the undergraduate and graduate level.
About the Department

The Department of Philosophy at Michigan State University is committed to advancing knowledge and understanding in the field of philosophy, with a focus on engaged philosophy that addresses the needs of diverse populations.

About the College

The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at Michigan State University is a leading institution in the field of agriculture and natural resources, with a strong commitment to research, education, and outreach.

Requirements
  • Hold a current academic position at the rank of full professor or be a current associate professor on a strong trajectory.
  • Earned a PhD in philosophy, environmental studies, food science, agricultural or community economics, or a closely aligned field.
  • Be a recognized leader in ethics related to agriculture, food systems, sustainability, resilience, and community.
  • Achieved notable scholarship, organizational, and community-based experience in applying an equity lens to outreach and/or research.
  • Record of research and publication in peer-reviewed journals and other forms of communication.
  • High quality teaching experiences at the undergraduate or graduate level and effective student mentoring.
  • Attained success in grant writing/proposal development and the acquisition of extramural funding.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experienced in developing and maintaining collaborative working relationships among stakeholders and partners.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and/or facilitate interdisciplinary institutional critiques.
  • Experienced in constructive dialogue with administrators and faculty colleagues to challenge longstanding habits and institute changes in administrative/faculty behavior.
  • Demonstrated success in applying ethical considerations to change stakeholder priorities.
  • Demonstrated impact in advancing diversity, equity, and justice.

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