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Philosophy of Language/Philosophy of Mind
Department: WCAS Philosophy
Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois.
This is a full-time tenure track position for an Assistant Professor in Philosophy, with an expected start date of September 1st, 2022. Courseload is 4 courses/year spread over 3 quarters (e.g., 2-2-0), undergraduate and graduate. Duties include thesis supervision and usual non-teaching duties. AOS: Philosophy of Language, Philosophy of Mind. AOC: Logic, Probability, Decision Theory. 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 Philosophy of Language/Philosophy of Mind. 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, proof of teaching excellence, and a writing sample. All candidates must submit documents electronically by November 21, 2021, to ensure full consideration. Review of applications will begin immediately.
Please address any questions about this position to nuphiljobs@northwestern.edu.
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