Southern Connecticut State University, Philosophy, Assistant or Associate
Oct 04, 2013 → Dec 20, 2013
Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU): Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Philosophy at rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor
The Philosophy Department at SCSU seeks a scholar-educator who is versatile enough to both teach philosophy in the context of an interdisciplinary liberal education program, and actively contribute to established research programs and new interdisciplinary ventures at the university.
AOS: Bioethics with experience in either the natural sciences (preferably Biology) or the field of STS (Science, Technology and Society) AOC: Philosophy of ScienceS/he should be fluent enough in natural sciences to be able to participate in interdisciplinary collaborative efforts with a team of concurrent new hires in biology, chemistry and physics, but also familiar enough with emergent and emerging technologies to contribute to conversations related to the work of colleagues in SCSU’s internationally renowned Research Center on Computing and Society SCSUResearch. Candidate must be committed to teaching within vibrant/demanding public liberal arts and sciences environment, and demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching, mentoring and research with undergraduates.
The successful candidate should be prepared to teach four courses per semester; direct student honors theses or serve on interdisciplinary thesis committees; offer upper-level courses in philosophy; participate in advising, committee work, and community service; pursue an active research agenda and develop a track record of scholarship at the level required to make progress towards tenure. Reassigned time is available at the university-wide level for research on a competitive basis.
SCSU is a student-centered institution and we regard student success as our highest priority. We seek to instill in all of our students the value of the liberal arts and sciences as a foundation for professional development and life-long learning.
Required Qualifications: Degrees in both Philosophy and in either a natural science (preferably Biology) or in the field of Science, Technology and Society (STS). The applicant should have a PhD in one and an advanced degree, or equivalent, in the other.
Evidence of ability to teach university courses. Ability to engage in meaningful scholarship/creative activity, leading to presentations at professional meetings and publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Preferred Qualifications: Willingness to take a leadership role in university curriculum and possibly program development, demonstrated record of scholarship/creative activity.
Application Process: Submit a complete dossier electronically through the following Interfolio URL: SCSUApply
The dossier should include a CV, sample syllabi, teaching evaluations, 3 letters of recommendation, and a sample publication. Consideration of candidates with complete files will begin on November 30th and will continue until the position is filled.
SCSU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and strongly encourages women and minority group member applications.