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Professor of Bioethics

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Salary: $209,000 – $265,000 per year

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Location: Princeton, NJ Salary Range or Pay Grade: $209,000 - $265,000 Description Princeton University invites applications from scholars with a strong interest in bioethics broadly construed (including biomedical ethics, environmental ethics, animal ethics, and the ethical implications of recent developments in the life sciences) and who is also attentive to discussions of policy and of individual choice. Appointment is expected to be at the rank of Full Professor, to begin on or after July 1, 2027. The successful candidate would join the University Center for Human Values: an interdisciplinary community of scholars whose additional principal affiliations currently include history, philosophy, politics, psychology, public policy and international affairs, religion, and sociology. Scholars of distinction with research interests and training in philosophy, political theory, legal scholarship, religious ethics and related areas, as well as those working on any of the ethical issues described above in other disciplines or from interdisciplinary approaches, are encouraged to apply. A joint appointment with an appropriate discipline may be considered. Princeton University is interested in all qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the intellectual diversity and excellence of our academic community. This position is subject to Princeton University's background check policy. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Pay Transparency Disclosure The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly. The University also offers a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information. PI287263406

Job details

Title
Professor of Bioethics
Employer
Princeton University
Location
Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, USA
Published
Sep 29, 2026
Closes:
Nov 28, 2026
Job type
Full time, Academic / Faculty, Philosophy
Field
Ethics
Salary

Salary: $209,000 – $265,000 per year

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