Postdoctoral Fellow

Requisition #: A-116539-3

Status: Full Time

Type: Faculty

School: Zanvyl Krieger School of Arts and Sciences

Department/Program: Department of Philosophy

Location City: Baltimore

Location State: MD

Location Zip Code: 21218

Closing Date: Open until filled

General Description

The William H. Miller III Department of Philosophy at The Johns Hopkins University invites applications for a Miller Postdoctoral Fellowship, with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2023. The position is open to all areas of scholarship within the history of philosophy, broadly construed to include all topics and traditions in the history of philosophy. Candidates should have a strong scholarly record and teaching experience, or show promise of excellence in academic research and teaching. Miller Postdoctoral Fellows teach one course per academic year. The initial term of appointment is for one year, with the expectation of renewal for each of two further years assuming good performance. The Department is committed to conducting a broad and inclusive search for a candidate who, through their research, teaching, and service, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Qualifications

A Ph.D. is required, but we will accept applications from doctoral students expected to fulfill Ph.D. degree requirements before August 15, 2023.

Application Instructions

Applications should include a short cover letter, current CV, graduate transcript(s), writing sample, research statement, teaching statement, and three letters of recommendation. The research statement should include what you propose to accomplish during the fellowship. All application material should be submitted online via Interfolio.  Review of applications will begin January 6, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled.

To apply for this position, visit: apply.interfolio.com/116539

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