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Tenure Track Assistant Professor - Epistemology - Department of Philosophy
Position overview
Application Window
Open date: October 21, 2024
Most recent review date: Thursday, Nov 21, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Monday, Jun 30, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The Department of Philosophy at UC Santa Barbara invites applications for a tenure track position in Epistemology at the Assistant Professor level. The position will remain open until filled. Inquiries may be addressed to nmaisha@ucsb.edu. For additional information about UCSB’s Department of Philosophy see https://www.philosophy.ucsb.edu/. The Philosophy Department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, professional activities, and service.
Qualifications
Applicants should minimally have advanced to candidacy for a doctoral degree in Philosophy or a closely related field at the time of application.
Applicants should have completed all requirements for a doctoral degree in Philosophy or a closely related field before starting the position.
Applicants should have completed all requirements for doctoral degree in Philosophy or a closely related field before the Fall 2025 quarter.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Research
Evidence of Teaching Excellence
Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and/or service.
Writing Sample (recommended max. 10,000 words)
- 3-5 letters of reference required
Applicants will be asked to name 3-5 references, and the applicant must request letters to complete their application. Applicants must request letters through the UC Recruit system.
Help contact: nmaisha@ucsb.edu
About UC Santa Barbara
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