About us
The Department of Philosophy at UCL is one of the leading philosophy departments in the UK. In the 2021 REF, 60% of our overall profile received the top grade (4*), the highest of any UK philosophy department.
We offer several undergraduate degree programmes. Undergraduate first-year modules usually consist of two hour-long lectures plus an hour-long seminar each week; second-year modules usually involve a one-hour lecture plus a one-hour seminar each week; third year modules usually consist of a weekly two-hour seminar.
We offer taught master’s programmes, and a prestigious research master’s and PhD. Postgraduate-level modules usually consist of a weekly two-hour seminar.
In collaboration with the Department of Computer Science, we run a BA in Philosophy and Computer Science, and in 2026 introduced an MASc in Philosophy, Logic and Artificial Intelligence.
The post is offered on an open-ended, full-time basis, with an ideal start date of 1 September 2027.
As London’s Global University, we are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates whose backgrounds are underrepresented in Philosophy.
About the role
Main purpose of the job
We are looking for a candidate whose main research lies in the philosophy of computer science and/or artificial intelligence, and who will contribute to the teaching and development of our two joint degrees with Computer Science and help build research connections between the departments. We welcome candidates working anywhere at the interface of philosophy and computing, including the philosophy of cognitive science, the foundations of machine learning, and the ethical and social dimensions of AI. We are open to a wide range of approaches. This appointment is intended to complement our existing strengths in logic and the philosophy of mathematics.
The appointment will be made at either Lecturer (Grade 8) or Associate Professor (Grade 9) level.
Application
Applications will be made online. When you apply, you will need to submit:
• a CV;
• a cover letter, of no more than two sides;
• two writing samples, totalling no more than 20,000 words.
Important: You will also need to arrange for two referees to submit letters of reference prior to the published closing date. Letters should be addressed to Professor Daniel Rothschild at .
About you
A PhD in a relevant field, awarded before the start date. Clear evidence of excellence in philosophical research at a level commensurate with the gr
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