"Assistant Professor of Bioethics"

Job Description

The College of Arts and Sciences seeks to fill the position of Assistant Professor of Bioethics, based in the Department of Philosophy, starting August 1, 2026.

This new position is part of an initiative involving the Departments of Philosophy and Religion to expand the University's activity in bioethics. This is a full-time, tenure track position.

The Department of Philosophy offers both undergraduate and Ph.D. courses.

Preferred and Required Qualifications

REQUIRED

• earned doctorate in an appropriate field by the time of appointment;
• record of scholarship in bioethics or a related subject;
• interest in and ability to conduct interdisciplinary collaboration;
• teaching and professional service experience commensurate with the rank of Assistant Professor.

The position includes the expectation to pursue external grant funding opportunities.

Application Details

Application Instructions: To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/168843

Please submit the following materials electronically via Interfolio:

• Letter of application/cover letter that responds to Baylor's mission and includes information about the candidate's capacity to support that mission.
• Current curriculum vitae
• Professional writing sample
• Transcript (official or unofficial) of the highest university degree conferred; if a Ph.D. is in progress, a copy of the current transcript showing hours completed toward the Ph.D. is also required
• Three confidential letters of recommendation.

Candidates who are invited for an on-campus interview will be required to provide an official transcript of the highest degree earned. All applicants must complete the self-disclosed Religious Affiliation Form in Interfolio.

Complete applications must be submitted by 11 pm Central Time on October 15, 2025.

Questions concerning the position should be directed to Dr. Kimberly Kellison at Kimberly_Kellison@baylor.edu and Dr. Francis Beckwith at Francis_Beckwith@baylor.edu.

Application Deadline

October 15, 2025