1.) The Department of Philosophy and Religion in the
College of Arts and Sciences at American University invites applications for a
tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor beginning
August 2009.
Area of specialization: applied ethics (especially
bioethics, environmental, business, technology). Areas of competence: open. The department particularly welcomes
candidates with a pluralistic training in philosophy and a broad interest in the
history of philosophy.
The Department of Philosophy and Religion has MA
programs in Philosophy and Social Policy, History of Philosophy, and a joint
program with the School of International
Service in Ethics, Peace, and Global Affairs.
Candidates should be able to contribute to at least two programs and contribute
significantly to the Department's participation in the undergraduate General
Education Program.
Teaching load is two courses a semester. Competitive salary depending on
qualifications and experience. Ph.D. and previous teaching experience
required.
Applicants should submit via U.S. mail (no
electronic applications) a vita, three letters of recommendation, copies of
transcripts, and a writing sample to:
Search Committee
Chair
Department of
Philosophy and Religion
Battelle-Tompkins 120
American University
4400 Massachusetts Avenue,
N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20016-8056
Applications should be received November 10 for Eastern APA
interview consideration. Early applications are encouraged. American University is an Equal Employment
Opportunity Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff,
and student body. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. American University is seeking highly dedicated
teachers and scholars who are deeply committed to interdisciplinary learning,
the application of new technologies in teaching and scholarship, and to the
preparation of students for life in a diverse and rapidly changing global
society.
2.) The Department of Philosophy and Religion in the
College of Arts and Sciences at American University invites applications for a
tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor beginning
August 2009.
Area of specialization: global ethics, including human
rights, peace, etc. Areas of competence could include law, American philosophy,
social and political philosophy, Islamic thought, Africana thought, and areas of
religious studies such as liberation
theology.
The Department of Philosophy and Religion has MA
programs in Philosophy and Social Policy, History of Philosophy, and a joint
program with the School of International
Service in Ethics, Peace, and Global Affairs.
Candidates should be able to contribute to at least two programs and contribute
significantly to the Department's participation in the undergraduate General
Education Program.
Teaching load is two courses a semester. Competitive salary depending on
qualifications and experience. Ph.D. and previous teaching experience
required.
Applicants should submit via U.S. mail (no
electronic applications) a vita, three letters of recommendation, copies of
transcripts, and a writing sample to:
Search Committee
Chair
Department of
Philosophy and Religion
Battelle-Tompkins 120
American University
4400 Massachusetts Avenue,
N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20016-8056
Applications should be received by October 20 for
Chicago interviews in conjunction with the
AAR meeting or by November 10 for Eastern APA
interview consideration. Early applications are encouraged. American University is an Equal Employment
Opportunity Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff,
and student body. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. American University is seeking highly dedicated
teachers and scholars who are deeply committed to interdisciplinary learning,
the application of new technologies in teaching and scholarship, and to the
preparation of students for life in a diverse and rapidly changing global
society.