"Assistant Professor of Philosophy - Social & Political Philosophy"

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Job Title Assistant Professor of Philosophy - Social & Political Philosophy

Requisition No. 0000727

Job Description Summary 

The Department of Philosophy at Oakland University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position, beginning August 15, 2025. Area of specialization: Social/Political/Legal Philosophy. Areas of competence: Open. We are especially interested in candidates willing to teach sections of "Political Philosophy”, “Global Justice”, “Philosophy of International Relations: Law, War, and Peace”, and “Philosophy of Law” as well as introductory classes. Interest in supporting the Oakland University Ethics Bowl Team as part of an assigned course and/or teaching interests in history of philosophy welcome. Candidates must demonstrate experience with, and a commitment to, diversity and inclusion.

Minimum Qualifications 

PhD in Philosophy by August 15, 2025 is required for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor.

Special Instructions to Applicants 

Candidates will provide a Diversity Statement that describes their interest or efforts in furthering diversity and inclusion, e.g., through mentoring, pedagogy, activism, faculty recruitment/retention, or research on issues related to diversity and social inequality. Submit brief cover letter, CV, unofficial graduate transcripts, writing sample, diversity statement, and evidence of teaching excellence through the application portal here: https://jobs.oakland.edu/postings/32134. Contact information for references will be requested in the online application and a link provided through which references can submit letters. Please direct any questions to Ami Harbin at aharbin@oakland.edu. Applications will be reviewed starting October 1, 2024, and until the position is filled.

School/College & Department/Program Summary 

More About Oakland University 

The University is located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in the cities of Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills in Oakland County, Michigan. The University offers 142 bachelor’s degree programs and 138 graduate degree and certificate programs. Academics include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Services, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Nursing. As an anchor institution in southeastern Michigan that is dedicated to building ongoing, collaborative relationships, Oakland University embraces community and civic engagement to enhance the lives of its students and positively impact the broader community. Learn more about Oakland University’s Mission & Vision and Strategic Plan.

Pay Basis 

Open Date 08/14/2024

Open Until Filled Yes

Job Category Full-time Faculty

EEO Statement 

Oakland University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.

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Curriculum Vitae (CV)

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Diversity Statement

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