JOB – Asst. Prof in Environmental Philosophy

Loyola University MarylandAOS: Environmental Philosophy, Philosophy of Science, or Philosophy of Technology
AOC: History of Philosophy

Deadline for receipt of all application
materials: November 1, 2013.

The Philosophy Department at Loyola University Maryland (Baltimore, MD, USA) invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Philosophy.  Expertise will center upon questions about the history and nature of science and technology, and on the profound ways in which contemporary advances in science and technology have and continue to reshape human life and the world at large.

The undergraduate curriculum at Loyola University Maryland is centered about a strong commitment to core courses in the arts and sciences.  In addition to the desired area of expertise, the successful applicant will have a broad background in the history of philosophy and the ability to teach a wide variety of introductory level core classes. 

The ordinary teaching load is three courses (two preparations) per semester.  Active scholarship in professional activity and publication is strongly expected and supported.  Service to the department, University, and larger community is also expected, though varies with level of experience.  Candidates must demonstrate commitment to the ideals of Jesuit education.  Appointment will begin in July, 2014.  PhD in Philosophy required at time of appointment.

To Apply

Loyola University campusGo to https://careers.loyola.edu/ to complete the online application.  Electronic submission of a cover letter, résumé or CV, evidence of teaching success (with syllabi and course evaluations if possible), and a writing sample are required and may be attached at the appropriate prompt on the online application.  Three letters of recommendation and official graduate and undergraduate transcripts should be sent under separate cover to:

Dr. Timothy Stapleton, Department of Philosophy, Loyola University Maryland
4501 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21210-2699

Paper applications are not accepted.

About Loyola

Loyola University Maryland is a dynamic, highly selective, Jesuit Catholic institution in the liberal arts tradition and is recognized as a leading independent, comprehensive university in the northeastern United States.  Located in a beautiful residential section of Baltimore with Graduate Centers in Timonium and Columbia, Loyola enrolls over 3,800 students in its undergraduate programs and more than 2,200 students in its graduate programs.  The University welcomes applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute to Loyola’s Jesuit Catholic educational mission.