from groups underrepresented in Philosophy are encouraged to apply.
Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is the largest women’s college in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. Smith College offers opportunities to foster faculty success at every career stage, such as those listed here. The College is a member of a consortium with Amherst and Mount Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll and faculty may have an opportunity to cross-teach at institutions in the consortium. Details about the Department of Philosophy may be found at http://www.smith.edu/philosophy/.
As set forth in our mission and values, Smith College is committed to promoting a culture of inclusion among students, staff and faculty. The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination.
Application Instructions
Submit application at https://apply.interfolio.com/191561 with a cover letter; curriculum vitae; teaching statement; research statement; writing sample; teaching portfolio (at least one of the syllabi should be for a course in one’s specialty); equity and inclusion statement; and three confidential letters of recommendation (at least one should directly address the candidate’s teaching). Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2026.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Smith College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or veteran status in the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of any of its programs and activities, as specified by all applicable laws and regulations. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
