Tenure-Track Assistant / Associate Professor, Epistemology

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

All About You

Saint Louis University, a Catholic, Jesuit institution dedicated to student learning, research, health care, and service, seeks candidates for tenure-track assistant or associate professor of philosophy, Department of Philosophy, to begin July 2024. 

Required areas of specialization: Epistemology

Required areas of teaching competence: Philosophy of Mind, Philosophy of Religion

Duties: 

• Teaching at all levels, from introductory core courses to graduate seminars 
• Mentoring of undergraduate majors and graduate students (whether by directing PhD or MA theses or serving as a reader on examination committees) 
• Maintaining a consistent program of research and publication in philosophy 
• Serving the department, university, and profession (e.g. committee work, shared governance, editorial boards, etc.) 

The successful applicant will: 

• Hold a PhD degree or equivalent in philosophy at the time of appointment 
• Show strong evidence of a fruitful and ongoing research agenda 
• Show strong evidence of effectiveness as a teacher 
• Demonstrate capacity for effective service 
• Be able to advance the University’s Catholic Jesuit mission

All applications must be made online at https://slu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers . When prompted to upload your Resume/CV on the “My Experience” page, please submit the following documents, including: (1) a cover letter stating your interest in the position, (2) a Resume/CV that names three possible reference writers. 

Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. 
Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Saint Louis University Human Resources at 314-977-5847. 

Function

Nonmedical Primary Appointment <12 mo.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.