Assistant Professor, Philosophy

Virginia Tech • Blacksburg, VA

8d • $73,000 - $83,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Philosophy at Virginia Tech invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position as an Assistant Professor in Philosophy to begin on August 10, 2027. The area of specialization (AOS) is Metaphysics and Epistemology (broadly construed), and the area of concentration (AOC) is open. The standard courseload is 2-2 and includes courses at the undergraduate and graduate (MA) level. Applicants must have a PhD in Philosophy by the time of appointment and a demonstrated record of excellence in research in and teaching of Metaphysics and Epistemology. While not a requirement, the department is also very interested in candidates with teaching interests in the history of philosophy.

Requirements

• A PhD in Philosophy by the time of appointment
• An active and relevant research agenda
• Evidence of teaching excellence
• A CV
• A cover letter
• A research statement
• A writing sample
• Evidence of teaching excellence
• Names and contact information for 3 professional references
• A criminal conviction check

Nice To Haves

• Teaching interests in the history of philosophy

Responsibilities

• Teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate (MA) level with a standard courseload of 2-2.

Benefits

• 9-month academic appointment

What This Job Offers

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