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Ancient Philosophy
Department: WCAS Philosophy
Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois. Tenure-track position of Assistant Professor in Philosophy, beginning fall quarter, 2023. 4 courses/year spread over 3 quarters (e.g., 2-2-0), undergraduate and graduate. Thesis supervision. Usual non-teaching duties. AOS: Ancient Philosophy. AOC: Open. Salary competitive. Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. in Philosophy by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research in and teaching of Ancient Philosophy. We are especially interested in scholars whose research interests mesh with those of the present faculty and who will contribute to the department’s active role in interdisciplinary research and teaching initiatives.
Candidates should submit a letter of application, a complete CV, three letters of recommendation, and a writing sample.
All candidates must submit documents electronically by November 18, 2022, to ensure full consideration. Review of applications will begin immediately.
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