ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF PHILOSOPHY, TENURE TRACK

Description

Scripps College, a women’s liberal arts college with a strong interdisciplinary tradition, invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Philosophy, beginning Fall 2023.  Normal teaching load is four courses per year and advising on senior thesis is anticipated. Participation in the Core Curriculum in Interdisciplinary Humanities program is expected.

Scripps College is one of the seven members of The Claremont Colleges consortium located 35 miles east of Los Angeles. In keeping with its ongoing commitment to build and support a diverse and equitable academic community, Scripps College actively encourages applications from women and members of historically underrepresented groups. Preference will be given to applicants committed to improving higher education for underrepresented students. 

Qualifications

Area of Specialization: Core areas of analytic philosophy, including Metaphysics, Philosophy of Mind, Philosophy of Language, and Philosophy of Science.  Area of Competence: Open.  The Department has strengths in Value Theory and Epistemology.  PhD. required by May 2023. 

Application Instructions

Candidates should upload: cover letter, CV, writing sample, three letters of reference, dissertation abstract, evidence of teaching excellence, and a statement addressing how the candidate intends to contribute to the College’s goal of improving diversity, equity, and inclusion on campus; by November 15, 2022.

For matters other than the submission of material, contact Rivka Weinberg, Chair, Philosophy Search Committee, at rweinber@scrippscollege.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Scripps College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, medical condition including genetic characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local law