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(Tenured) Assistant professorship in theoretical philosophy, Utrecht (The Netherlands), Deadline: 25 May 2018

Assistant Professor in Theoretical Philosophy (1.0 FTE)

Function

The Department for Philosophy and Religious Studies at Utrecht University 
is looking for an Assistant Professor in the field of Theoretical 
Philosophy, with a research focus on philosophical logic or formal 
epistemology and a broad teaching competence in Theoretical Philosophy. 
This position includes both teaching (70%) and research in this field 
(30%). The position is part of the group for Theoretical Philosophy within 
the Department. Together with Linguistics, Experimental Psychology and 
Information and Computer Sciences the group is responsible for teaching in 
Artificial Intelligence. Together with the group for History of Philosophy 
and the Ethics Institute, this group is responsible for the Department?s 
research and teaching in Philosophy.

The group for Theoretical Philosophy has research foci in foundations of 
mathematics, mathematical logic, logic for AI, philosophy of AI, 
metaphilosophy, philosophy of science, metaphysics, philosophy of mind and 
in philosophy of language.

We are looking for a colleague who can substantially contribute to 
research and teaching in the field of philosophical logic and/or formal 
epistemology. In research, the specific research accentuation will depend 
on the candidate?s expertise. Close cooperation with the strategic themes 
and/or focus areas of Utrecht University is desired, as well as 
cooperation with the other groups within the department.

As regards teaching, the Assistant Professor will teach on both BA- and 
MA-level, contribute to interdisciplinary teaching activities, supervise 
theses and is available for administrative tasks concerning teaching, such 
as the development of teaching curricula or participation in the relevant 
committees. The candidate is in particular expected to contribute to the 
group?s teaching in logic, epistemology and philosophy of language. The 
candidate is also expected to be available for other administrative tasks 
in the Department and/or Faculty.

Profile

You

 	? have finished your PhD in Philosophy;

 	? have a strong international track record in research in the 
field of philosophical logic or formal epistemology, as documented by 
publications in international journals and/or with important publishers in 
the field;

 	? have proven your ability to perform innovative research on a 
high level and are willing and able to compete for national and 
international research grants;

 	? are an inspiring and experienced teacher who can develop and 
teach courses on both BA- and MA-level in a wide range of topics in 
Theoretical Philosophy, as documented by a strong track record in 
teaching;

 	? have a Basic Teaching Certificate (basiskwalificatie onderwijs 
(BKO)) or equivalent, or the willingness to acquire it (within two years 
after the initial appointment);

 	? have the ability to play an appropriate role in departmental 
management and to contribute fully to the academic life of the Department;

 	? are able and willing to teach in Dutch and in English (we expect 
foreign candidates to master the Dutch language within two years).

Offer We offer a position starting with the intended date of August 1st 
2018. The position is full-time and becomes permanent after a positive 
evaluation after a probationary period of two years, by which time the 
candidate is expected to be able to teach in Dutch and will have obtained 
the BKO. The gross salary - depending on previous qualifications and 
experience - ranges between ?2,588 and ?4,757 (scale 10/11 according to 
the Collective Labour Agreement Dutch Universities) gross per month for a 
full-time employment. Salaries are supplemented with a holiday bonus of 8 
% and a year-end bonus of 8.3 % per year. We offer a pension scheme, 
(partly paid) parental leave, collective insurance schemes and flexible 
employment conditions (multiple choice model). More information is 
available at: working at Utrecht University.

About UU A better future for everyone. That is the ambition that motivates 
our scholars in their top research and their inspiring teaching. The 
various disciplines within Utrecht University collaborate closely on 
important social themes. Our focus is on Dynamics of Youth, Institutions 
for Open Societies, Life Sciences and Sustainability.

The Faculty of Humanities has around 7,000 students and 900 academic 
staff. It comprises four knowledge domains: Philosophy and Religious 
Studies, History and Art History, Media and Culture Studies, and 
Languages, Literature and Communication. With its research and education 
in these fields, the Faculty aims to contribute to a better understanding 
of the Netherlands and Europe in a rapidly changing social and cultural 
context.

The enthusiastic and committed colleagues and the excellent amenities in 
the historical city centre of Utrecht, where the Faculty is housed, 
contribute to an inspiring work environment.

Additional Information

For more information, please contact Prof. D. Cohnitz via d.cohnitz@uu.nl.

How to apply

Written applications should address the criteria mentioned under ?Profile? 
and include the following documents:

 	? motivation letter;
 	? curriculum vitae;
 	? description of the candidate?s teaching experience;
 	? statement of research (max. 1000 words);
 	? teaching statement (max. 1000 words).

Candidates who make the shortlist will be interviewed on May 25, 2018 
(international candidates via Skype). During the second round candidates 
may be asked to deliver a lecture in person in Utrecht (dates will be set 
in communication with the candidates). The deadline for applications is 
May 16, 2018.

Please apply through here: 
https://ssl1.peoplexs.com/Peoplexs22/CandidatesPortalNoLogin/Vacancy.cfm?PortalID=4063&VacatureID=975995&Vacancy=Assistant%20Professor%20in%20Theoretical%20Philosophy%20%281%2E0%20FTE%29#top
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