Assistant Professor - History of Philosophy

Louisiana State University • Goodwell, OK

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About The Position

The Department of Philosophy & Religious Studies at Louisiana State University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in History of Philosophy that begins Fall 2026. Area of Specialization: History of Philosophy (specifically Ancient or Early Modern) Area of Competence: Ancient Philosophy or Early Modern Philosophy (whichever complements the AOS) AND one or more of the following: Ethics, History and Philosophy of Science/Technology, Bioethics and/or Philosophy of Medicine. Candidate must be able to teach the 2-course history sequence required for our undergraduate majors: History of Ancient and Medieval Philosophy and History of Modern Philosophy. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching and advising in our undergraduate and graduate M.A. program and be able to contribute significantly to the LSU Ethics Institute and its programming activity in collaboration with partners across campus. The Department is especially keen to attract candidates able to contribute to its projected undergraduate track in Bioethics and Medical Philosophy. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active record of research, publication, and to teach two courses per semester (four courses per year).

Requirements

• Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Philosophy prior to appointment.
• Satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Ancient Philosophy or Early Modern Philosophy.
• Competence in Ethics, History and Philosophy of Science/Technology, Bioethics and/or Philosophy of Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Teach the 2-course history sequence required for undergraduate majors: History of Ancient and Medieval Philosophy and History of Modern Philosophy.
• Contribute to teaching and advising in the undergraduate and graduate M.A. program.
• Contribute significantly to the LSU Ethics Institute and its programming activity.
• Maintain an active record of research and publication.
• Teach two courses per semester (four courses per year).

Benefits

• Health, life, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement options.
• Various leave options.
• Paid holidays.
• Wellness benefits.
• Tuition exemption for qualified positions.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Employee discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree