Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Political Philosophy

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Political Philosophy

The Department of Philosophy at the College of the Holy Cross invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in Political Philosophy to begin in August 2027. The ideal candidate will have an Area of Specialization in Political Philosophy with an emphasis on the foundations of democracy. Within this AOS, we plan to look for Areas of Concentration in deliberative democracy, epistemological aspects of democracy, philosophy of law, pluralism, and non-state democracy.

We expect such a candidate to meet needs at both the department and institutional level by teaching courses in the above-mentioned areas and perhaps by participating in interdisciplinary courses and related activities and programs offered by the College. Successful candidates will demonstrate excellence as both teachers and scholars. As teachers, we seek candidates with a demonstrated commitment to innovative, inclusive excellence in teaching.

As scholars, we seek candidates with an active, fruitful research agenda who are cognizant of our obligations to the wider community.

This position carries a 3-2 teaching load with a research leave prior to tenure review of either a full year at 80% salary or a semester at full salary, and generous sabbatical and fellowship leaves for tenured faculty. To enable a smooth transition to Holy Cross, new full-time tenure-track Assistant Professors receive start-up funding to support their research and professional development and have a one-course reduction in their first year of teaching (i.e., 2-2).

This position offers full benefits and a starting salary of $102,500.

In alignment with the strategic plans for Holy Cross and the division of Academic Affairs, we view academic excellence and inclusive excellence as inextricably linked. Our faculty combine high-impact scholarship and outstanding teaching with a deep commitment to inclusive excellence. They generate new knowledge in their fields while utilizing evidence-based teaching strategies and course designs to create classroom environments where all students have a sense of belonging, are valued, and can flourish to reach their full potential.

Academic freedom is a cornerstone of our intellectual and moral community; the College is committed to supporting faculty and students as they work to advance our educational mission and serve the common good.

Candidates must demonstrate excellence in scholarship and undergraduate teaching as well as a commitment to inclusive pedagogies. A Ph.D. in Philosophy is required by the beginning of the appointment.

For full consideration, please apply by November
1. Initial interviews via Zoom will take place in December 5-8, and campus visits for finalists will take place in February 9-18.

Questions about this search may be directed to Professor Jeffrey Bernstein, jbernste.

The Provost's Office supports the Association of American Universities' principles on preventing sexual harassment in academia. Accordingly, all finalists will be asked to attest that they are not currently under investigation for sexual misconduct and that there are no substantiated findings of sexual misconduct against them in any previous position - or, if such findings exist, to provide a full explanation.

The candidate selected for an offer will also be asked to provide written consent for the release of personnel information from their prior employer.

For applicants who may require visa sponsorship:
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