Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Political Philosophy

College of the Holy Cross • Worcester, MA

31d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Philosophy at the College of the Holy Cross is seeking a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in Political Philosophy. The position begins in August 2027. The ideal candidate will have a specialization in Political Philosophy with an emphasis on the foundations of democracy, and potential concentrations in deliberative democracy, epistemological aspects of democracy, philosophy of law, pluralism, and non-state democracy. The role involves teaching courses in these areas and potentially participating in interdisciplinary courses and programs. Successful candidates must demonstrate excellence in both teaching and scholarship, with a commitment to innovative and inclusive teaching practices. The college values academic excellence and inclusive excellence as interconnected, with faculty combining high-impact scholarship and outstanding teaching with a commitment to creating inclusive classroom environments. Academic freedom is a core principle, and the College supports faculty and students in advancing the educational mission and serving the common good.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Philosophy by the beginning of the appointment.
• Demonstrated excellence in scholarship.
• Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching.
• Commitment to inclusive pedagogies.
• Active, fruitful research agenda.
• Cognizant of obligations to the wider community.

Nice To Haves

• Area of Specialization in Political Philosophy with an emphasis on the foundations of democracy.
• Areas of Concentration in deliberative democracy, epistemological aspects of democracy, philosophy of law, pluralism, and non-state democracy.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Political Philosophy, with an emphasis on the foundations of democracy.
• Potentially teach interdisciplinary courses and participate in related activities and programs.
• Engage in high-impact scholarship.
• Utilize evidence-based teaching strategies and course designs to create inclusive classroom environments.
• Support the College's educational mission and serve the common good.

Benefits

• Full-time tenure-track position
• Research leave prior to tenure review (full year at 80% salary or semester at full salary)
• Generous sabbatical and fellowship leaves for tenured faculty
• Start-up funding for research and professional development for new tenure-track Assistant Professors
• One-course reduction in the first year of teaching (2-2 load)
• Full benefits
• Academic freedom

What This Job Offers

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