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Posting Information Posting Number PG194874EP Internal Recruitment No Working Title Assistant Professor of Philosophy Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with experience and credentials Work Schedule Varies based on teaching schedule Job Location Raleigh, NC Department Philosophy & Religious Studies About the Department The NC State Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies is committed to offering a high-quality undergraduate Philosophy curriculum, including a major and minor in Philosophy, that gives students an opportunity to confront through historical and contemporary resources a wide range of central philosophical issues, such as the relationship between the mind and brain, the ethical implications of scientific advances, the justification of moral, political, and legal institutions, the relationship between human knowledge and reality, and the nature of the logic that structures human language and thought.

Offering a high-quality undergraduate Religious Studies curriculum, including a major and a minor in Religious Studies, that provides students an extended opportunity to examine the multiple interpretations of the category “religion” – including religion as a social construction, as an element of psychological development, as a branch of metaphysics, and as a constellation of ritual practices – and the ways in which religious traditions have played a central role in human culture and history; developing the analytical abilities and expressive powers of our students.

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Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered. Essential Job Duties The NC State Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies welcomes applications for an appointment as a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Philosophy with expertise in logic. Candidates must have completed a Ph.D. in Philosophy by May 2027. The responsibilities of the appointee will include teaching courses on logic up to and including the advanced level and contributing to the department’s teaching needs in other areas of philosophy. In addition to having a demonstrated ability to teach advanced logic, the ideal candidate will also have a record of philosophical research interests that extend beyond logic proper. The teaching load is two courses per semester. Other responsibilities include research and service. Other Responsibilities Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Ph.D. in Philosophy or closely related field by May 2027 Other Required Qualifications Evidence of teaching effectiveness
Superior Communication skills Preferred Qualifications Previous teaching experience at the college level and demonstrated evidence of teaching excellence. Required License(s) or Certification(s) n/a Valid NC Driver's License required No Commercial Driver's License required No Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions Job Open Date 09/18/2026 Anticipated Close Date 11/01/2026; if posting is still active we are accepting and reviewing applications. Special Instructions to Applicants Please attach the following to your online application: an application letter explaining your interest in the job, a curriculum vitae, a brief (1-2 page) research statement, evidence of teaching ability, and a writing sample of no more than 12,500 words. In addition to submitting the required application material online, please arrange to have three letters of reference sent by email attachment to Mia Henry at . The deadline for applications is November 1, 2026. Position Details Position Number 00000874 Position Type Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0 Appointment 9 Month Recurring Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event Department ID 160501 - Philosophy & Religious Studies EEO NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

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