The Department of Philosophy at Brandeis University invites applications for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor position in Philosophy, beginning Fall 2022, pending budgetary approval. The Areas of Specialization and Competence are open. Duties include the teaching of graduate and undergraduate courses in the candidate’s areas of specialization and competence, as well as advising of Master’s and undergraduate students and service to the department and university. The teaching load is two courses per semester. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in philosophy by the date of appointment and must demonstrate potential for excellence in research and teaching.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, a writing sample and a teaching statement through AcademicJobsOnline. Brandeis University is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all areas of faculty effort, including scholarship, instruction, and service. Applicants should address at least one of these areas of faculty effort in their cover letter or in a separate statement (up to two pages), indicating how their experiences, interests, commitments, or future goals could promote and build departmental and institutional pluralism, justice, or unity.

Only online applications will be accepted. Please send all materials to https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/19535. First consideration will be given to applications received by October 15, 2021. Questions about the position can be directed to: Kate Moran (kmoran@brandeis.edu). At Brandeis, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential components of academic excellence. Brandeis University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating equitable access and opportunities for applicants to all employment positions. Because diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of Brandeis’ history and mission, we value and are seeking candidates with a variety of social identities, including those that have been underrepresented in higher education, who possess skills that spark innovation, and who, through their scholarly pursuits, teaching, and/or service experiences, bring expertise in building, engaging and sustaining a pluralistic, unified, and just campus community.