The Underwood International College of Yonsei University invites applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Philosophy to teach at the International campus in Songdo, Incheon, located within the greater Seoul metropolitan region. Those who specialize in the history of Western philosophy are especially encouraged to apply. Candidates should have strong research credentials and a firm commitment to undergraduate liberal arts education.

Teaching responsibilities are 6 credit-hours (2 classes) per semester. The preferred starting date is March 2012. Compensation includes competitive salary, health insurance and other benefits, fully-subsidized housing (for up to 6 years), and a generous relocation and start-up package.

Yonsei University's Underwood International College is a highly competitive program at South Korea's most prestigious private university, and combines the intimate atmosphere and low student-faculty ratio of a liberal arts college with the resources of a major research university. All instruction is in English, and the student body represents over 25 different countries. As part of Yonsei University’s continuing effort to increase faculty diversity, we are only accepting applications from non-Korean citizens.

Interested applicants should send a short letter of application, dissertation abstract, and c.v. by email: (uic [__at__] yonsei [dot] ac [dot] kr). Review of applications will take place from September 30, 2011. Short-listed candidates will be asked to submit 3 letters of recommendation, a writing sample, and sample syllabi. For additional information, please contact Prof. Anthony Adler (aadler [__at__] yonsei [dot] ac [dot] kr). Prospective applicants are also encouraged to look at our website at http://uic.yonsei.ac.kr.

PARIS-SORBONNE UNIVERSITY ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES. French-speaking Asst. Prof., one-year renewable contract, beginning 1 September 2011. 6 courses/year (3x3 hours per semester), undergraduate only, plus 2 hours of tutorial and usual non-teaching duties. Teaching language is French. AOS: political philosophy, rational choice theory, sociological theory; AOC: critical thinking, ethics. Ph.D. prior to application and teaching experience preferred. Salary competitive and usual benefits (housing, relocation). Send complete dossier to: Dr Jacob Schmutz, Dept. of Philosophy and Sociology, Paris-Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi, POBOX 38044, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Electronic applications welcome: Jacob [dot] Schmutz [__at__] psuad [dot] ac [dot] ae; recruitment [__at__] psuad [dot] ac [dot] ae. Deadline for applications: June 26, 2011.

One or two year-long post-doctoral fellowships in the Philosophy Department. AOS: Open. Essential: Completed PhD; capacity and motivation to publish in peer-reviewed journals. Starting date: Negotiable. The successful applicant will be expected to participate fully in the Department’s intellectual life, which may include light teaching and administrative duties. Substantial teaching for extra remuneration may be possible, if the applicant desires. Enquiries: Prof Thaddeus Metz [tmetz [__at__] uj [dot] ac [dot] za]. To apply: Email a brief overview of the PhD; a proposal for the fellowship; a detailed CV with email addresses of three referees; a sample of written work. Deadline: 20 May 2011. The University reserves the right not to appoint and to continue searching after the closing date. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

FACULTY OF HUMANITIES

PROFESSOR – DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY – POST NO. 1700

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for one position of Professor in the Department of Philosophy. This position will be permanent and pensionable for Lesotho nationals but full time on contract for a period of two years with a possibility of renewal for non-locals.

REQUIREMENTS:

· PhD degree in Philosophy;
· At least 10 years’ post-PhD experience in an academic or research environment;
· Successful supervision of postgraduate (Masters and PhD) students;
· Evidence of mentorship of junior staff ;
· Sustained record of research demonstrated by publications in accredited peer-reviewed journals;
· Demonstrated ability to attract research funding would be an added advantage;
· Teaching experience especially at the university level is essential;
· Preference would be given to candidates who could also teach courses in core and Applied Philosophy;
· He/she must have attained the rank of Professor before submitting his/her application;
· He /she must be of good conduct
The successful candidate will be expected to resume duty in September, 2011.

DUTIES:

The successful candidate will undertake teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in applied and core areas of Philosophy; supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students’ research projects; initiate and/or participate in research and seminar programmes in the department; and perform other duties including administrative, as would be required of him/her by the department from time to time.

REMUNERATION: The university offers competitive salaries and other benefits.

OTHER INFORMATION:

In their application, applicants should state qualifications, experience and provide other information to assist the University to determine their suitability for the position. They should also quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide CV’s (including telephone, telefax and e-mail) and certified copies of educational certificates. Letters addressed: TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN will not be accepted as references. Applicants should inform their three referees to submit their references directly to the address below before the stipulated closing date to the Senior Assistant Registrar (Appointments) National University of Lesotho P.O. Roma 180. C losing date for receiving applications is 10 th September, 2011. Informal enquiries should be directed to the HOD, M.M. Mapetja
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