Assistant or Associate Professor, Metaphysics​/Epistemology; Philosophy); T​/TE); Updated

Assistant or Associate Professor, Metaphysics/Epistemology (Philosophy) (T/TE)

Posting Number - req
27244

Department
- Philosophy

Location
- Tucson Campus

Address
- Tucson, AZ USA

The 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 zona.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! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please visit the provided link.

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.

Research (40%):
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.

Service (20%):
Participate in service to the Department of Philosophy, the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, the University of Arizona, and the philosophy profession.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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.

Minimum Qualifications
- 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 of a 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 tenure at the University of Arizona.

Rank
- To be Determined

Tenure Information
- Tenure Track (T/TE)

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

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

Special Instructions to Applicant
- Please submit the following with your application: CV Cover Letter Research Statement Teaching Dossier Writing Sample Three letters of reference (Please submit all letters together as one file upload) Application reviews will begin on November 1, 2026.