Assistant or Associate Professor, Metaphysics/Epistemology; Philosophy); T/TE
Listed on 2026-10-12
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic
Assistant or Associate Professor, Metaphysics/Epistemology (Philosophy) (T/TE)
Posting Number req
27244
Department Philosophy
Department Website Link https://philosophy.arizona.edu/
Location Tucson Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position HighlightsThe Department of Philosophy at the University of Arizona invites applications for a full-time faculty position in metaphysics or epistemology in the analytic tradition, broadly construed. The position may be filled at the rank of tenure-track Assistant Professor, or tenured Associate Professor, with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2027.
The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in metaphysics and other core areas of philosophy, including intermediate logic, and supervise graduate students. The standard teaching load is two courses per semester. The successful candidate will maintain an active research program and participate in departmental, college, university, and professional service.
The Department of Philosophy is housed within the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. Additional information is available at https://philosophy.arizona.edu/
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities Teaching (40%):- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in metaphysics and other core areas of philosophy, including intermediate logic; prepare and deliver course materials, assess student learning, and provide academic guidance and supervision to graduate students. Standard teaching load: two courses per semester.
- Develop and maintain an active scholarly research program in metaphysics, epistemology, or 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 University of Arizona, and the philosophy profession.
- Advanced knowledge of metaphysics or epistemology in the analytic tradition
- Knowledge of core areas of philosophy, including intermediate logic.
- Ability to conduct and disseminate original scholarly research in philosophy.
- Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses effectively and communicate complex philosophical concepts.
- Ability to provide academic guidance and supervision to graduate students.
- Ability to contribute to departmental, college, university, and professional service activities.
- Ph.D. in Philosophy by the date of employment.
- Area of specialization in metaphysics or epistemology in the analytic tradition.
- Preparedness to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in metaphysics and other core areas of philosophy, including intermediate logic,and to supervise graduate students.
- Assistant Professor applicants must demonstrate evidence ofa promising research agenda and a commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching.
- Associate Professor applicants must demonstrate an established record of research, teaching, and service that would merit tenureat the University of Arizona.
Rank To be Determined
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar TBD
Job Category Faculty
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay DOE
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date 8/16/2027
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Dennis Tamblyn
Manager of Administration
dtamblyn
Open Date 10/9/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Four Additional Documents
Application reviews will begin on November 1, 2026.
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