Assistant Professor, Philosophy (Consciousness) (T/TE)

The University of Arizona•Tucson, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Philosophy at the University of Arizona invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in interdisciplinary consciousness research. The anticipated start date is August 16, 2027. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the philosophy of consciousness and related fields, including philosophy of mind; philosophy of cognitive science, neuroscience, biology, and/or artificial intelligence; philosophy of religion; and aesthetics. The standard teaching load is two courses per semester, with approximately half of the courses focused on the philosophy of consciousness. The position is housed in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. The successful candidate will participate actively in the Center for Consciousness Studies and the Graduate Interdisciplinary Program in Cognitive Science. Responsibilities are divided among teaching (40%), research (40%), and service (20%). The position is full-time at 1.0 FTE, with 40 hours worked per week, and is eligible for full benefits.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Philosophy or another field relevant to interdisciplinary consciousness research by the date of employment.
Applicants whose Ph.D. is not in Philosophy must demonstrate research and teaching qualifications pertinent to a leading Ph.D. program in Philosophy.
Demonstrated evidence of a promising research agenda and commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching.
Ability to teach in the philosophy of consciousness and related areas identified in the position highlights.
Knowledge of philosophical approaches to consciousness and related interdisciplinary research.
Ability to conduct and disseminate original scholarship.
Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses and explain complex philosophical concepts.
Ability to collaborate across disciplines and contribute to departmental, university, and professional service.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate students in philosophy of consciousness or related interdisciplinary areas.
Experience mentoring students and participating in interdisciplinary research or academic programs.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in consciousness studies and other core areas of philosophy, with particular responsibility for courses in the Consciousness degree programs.
Prepare and deliver course materials, assess student learning, and provide academic guidance and supervision to graduate students.
Maintain a standard teaching load of two courses per semester.
Develop and maintain an active interdisciplinary scholarly research program in consciousness studies and related areas.
Conduct original research and disseminate findings through publications, presentations, and other appropriate academic activities.
Participate in service to the Department of Philosophy, the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, the Center for Consciousness Studies, the Graduate Interdisciplinary Program in Cognitive Science, the University of Arizona, and the philosophy profession.
Participate actively in the Center for Consciousness Studies and the Graduate Interdisciplinary Program in Cognitive Science.