Carleton University, Dept. of Philosophy, Assistant Professor
Sep 28, 2008 → Dec 12, 2008
The Department of Philosophy at Carleton University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to start 1 July 2009. Area of specialization: history of modern philosophy with preference given to candidates with strong interest in 17th century. Areas of competence: philosophy of language and/or philosophical logic and/or metaphysics.
We seek an outstanding scholar with a Ph.D. in Philosophy and a demonstrated potential for excellence in both teaching and research. The successful candidate will be expected to teach in the undergraduate and graduate programs, develop a program of research leading to significant peer-reviewed publications, and contribute effectively to research and leadership in the department. Nominal teaching load is 2+3 (of which one can be a graduate tutorial). Consideration of applications will begin on December 1, 2008. Carleton University is a research-intensive university in Canada's capital and offers a full range of graduate programs, including a Masters in Philosophy and a Ph.D. in Cognitive Science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply although Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Applications (with CV, sample of recent research, evidence of excellence in teaching, and three letters of reference sent under separate cover) should be sent:
Prof. Jay Drydyk,
Chair, Department of Philosophy,
Carleton University,
1125 Colonel By Drive,
Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1S 5B6
email: Jay Drydyk