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Posted: 26-Feb-25
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Internal Number: 97966-en_US
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation?s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls ?the most ambitious campus design program in the country.?
With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC?s momentum has never been stronger. UC?s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.
About The Department
Our department values strong research programs, excellence in teaching, effective graduate mentoring, and collegial department service. Our department supports faculty pursuing public engagement and/or external grant funding.
We are a PhD-granting department with strengths in philosophy of science, philosophy of cognitive science, and moral psychology; we are also cultivating strength in applied ethics and social philosophy. We comprise 12 full-time faculty, about 25 PhD students, and numerous affiliated faculty in other programs. The department houses the Center for Public Engagement with Science (PEWS) and has close connections to the Institute for Research in Sensing (IRiS), the Center for Cognition, Action, and Perception (CAP), and the new and growing Cincinnati Ethics Center.
Job Overview
The Department of Philosophy in the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Cincinnati invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor . Candidates must have an Area of Specialization (AOS) in Ethics (theoretical, applied, or social/political), Philosophy of Mind/Cognitive Science, or Philosophy of Science (general, specific sciences, or philosophy of technology). Candidates must have an Area of Competence (AOC) in philosophical or ethical issues related to AI. The successful candidate will teach classes in AI as well as contribute to interdisciplinary efforts within the College related to AI. These interdisciplinary efforts will be supported by additional faculty hires across departments including Math and English. The standard teaching load is 2-2.
Essential Functions
? Teach courses in Philosophy, including introductory general education courses, upper-level undergraduate courses that serve the Philosophy BA program, and graduate seminars that serve the Philosophy PhD program.
? Conduct and publish research in Philosophy in their AOS.
? Contribute to interdisciplinary efforts within the College related to AI.
? Advise graduate students and supervise Teaching Assistants.
? Contribute service and committee work to department (such as the Undergraduate or Graduate Studies Committee), college (such as grant or award review committees), and profession (such as peer review for journals or service in professional associations).
Minimum Requirements
Prior to effective date of appointment, all of the following:
? A PhD in Philosophy or a closely related discipline
? An Area of Specialization (AOS) in one of the following: Ethics (theoretical, applied, or social/political), Philosophy of Mind/Cognitive Science, or Philosophy of Science (general, specific sciences, or philosophy of technology).
? An Area of Competence (AOC) in AI.
? At least one semester of teaching experience at the college or university level, either as instructor or teaching assistant.
Application Process
Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.uc.edu. In addition to filling out the online application, candidates should upload as ?additional documents?: a CV, cover letter, statement of research interests and plans, teaching dossier, and one writing sample, preferably as PDF files.
Reviewing of applications will begin on 4/4/2025. The position will remain open until filled.
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
- Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
- Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
- Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
- Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
- Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html.
For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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