Director of the Rotman Institute of Philosophy
The Department of Philosophy at The University of Western Ontario invites applications or nominations for Director of the Rotman Institute of Philosophy.
We are seeking an innovative leader and established scholar in any area of Philosophy of Science, broadly construed. The successful candidate will be the administrative and academic leader of the Rotman Institute of Philosophy (http://www.rotman.uwo.ca) for the coming 5 years. During the term of appointment as Director, the incumbent will have a reduced teaching load. At the end of the 5-year term, the incumbent will have the option of reapplying for the Directorship or becoming a regular faculty member in the Department of Philosophy. The position represents an exciting opportunity for experienced individuals who are recognized internationally as leaders in their field and who are currently in the rank of Professor or Associate Professor. Salary is negotiable and commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position would be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor with Tenure.
Review of applications will begin on January 1, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled.
Applications including a curriculum vitae, a writing sample, a teaching dossier and a description of a 5 year research plan and the names, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of three potential referees to: Professor Henrik Lagerlund, Chair, Department of Philosophy, Stevenson Hall, The University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada N6A 5B8.
Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent oral and written communication skills in English. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Western Ontario is committed to employment equity and welcomes applications from all qualified women and men, including visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities.
Assistant Professor – Philosophy of Science (Tenure Track)
THE UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN ONTARIO, London, Ontario, Canada. The Department of Philosophy invites applications for a probationary (tenure-track) faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin July 1, 2012. AOS: Any area of Philosophy of Science. In addition to thephysical, biological, cognitive and social sciences, we are interested in candidates in logic and the foundations of mathematics. AOC: Open. Candidates are required to hold a PhD at the time of appointment. They should show promise of research excellence, as well as having experience in and enthusiasm for teaching.Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their dossiers (letter of application, CV, teaching dossier, writing sample, and three letters of reference) via Interfolio (http://www.interfolio.com). Applicants may also mail applications to Professor Henrik Lagerlund, Chair, Department of Philosophy, Stevenson Hall, The University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada N6A 5B8. Applicationsmust be received by November 18, 2011.Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Western Ontario is committed to employment equity and welcomes applications from all qualifiedwomen and men, including visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities.
Canada Research Chair in Philosophy of Science
The Department of Philosophy at The University of Western Ontario invites applications or nominations for the Rotman Canada Research Chair (Tier I) in Philosophy of Science. The Canada Research Chair program has been established by the Government of Canada to enable Canadian universities to foster research excellence and enhance their role as world-class centers of research. Further information on the program is availableon the CRC web site at http://www.chairs.gc.ca.We are seeking an innovative leader and established scholar in any area of Philosophy of Science, broadly construed. The successful candidate will play a key role in the academic leadership of the Rotman Institute ofPhilosophy (http://www.rotman.uwo.ca). The position represents an exciting opportunity for experienced individuals who are recognized internationally as leaders in their field and who are currently in the rank of Professor or Associate Professor. Salary is negotiable and commensurate with qualificationsand experience. This position would be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor with Tenure. Review ofapplications will begin on September 1, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled.All Chairs are subject to review and final approval by the CRC Secretariat. Applications including a curriculum vitae, a writing sample, a teaching dossier and a description of a 5-7 year research plan and the names, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of three potential referees to: Professor Henrik Lagerlund, Chair, Department of Philosophy, Stevenson Hall, The University of WesternOntario, London, Ontario,Canada N6A 5B8.Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent oral and written communication skills in English. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will begiven priority. The University of Western Ontario is committed to employment equity and welcomes applicationsfrom all qualified women and men, including visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities.
Postdoctoral Fellow in Science - Rotman Institute of Philosophy
The University of Western Ontario, London, Canada The Rotman Institute of Philosophy at The University of Western Ontario in London, Ontario,Canada invites applicants for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Philosophy of Science (one year with possibility of renewal for a second year). The purpose of the Fellowship is to provide an opportunity for new scholars in philosophy of science to pursue their chosen areas of scholarly research further in a research intensive environment.The Postdoctoral Fellow in Philosophy of Science will have an office within Rotman Institute in the Department of Philosophy (www.rotman.uwo.ca). S/he will have the use of the University's internet and library resources. It is expected that the Fellow will give one lecture on her or his research during the course of the year at Western and that the Fellow will participate fully in the research life of the Rotman Institute of Philosophy, including participation in conferences, research groups, and reading groups. The Fellow is also expected to teach a half course in the Department of Philosophy.Candidates must have had a PhD in Philosophy conferred within five years from the start of the Fellowship. All PhD requirements must be completed by the starting date of this postdoctoral Fellowship, July 1, 2012. The stipend is $35,000 Canadian plus a research allowance of $5,000 Canadian.Please send curriculum vitae, writing sample, research statement, and three letters of reference to: Professor Charles Weijer, Director, Rotman Institute of Philosophy, Department of Philosophy, The University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada N6A 5B8. Fax: 519-661-3261. EMail:cweijer@uwo.ca.Applications must be received by December 31, 2011. This position is subject to the availability of funds. Applicants should have fluent oral and written communication skills in English. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Western Ontario is committed to employment equity and welcomes applications from all qualified women and men, including visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities.
Postdoctoral Fellow in Science and Ethics - Rotman Institute of Philosophy
The University of Western Ontario, London, Canada The Rotman Institute of Philosophy at The University of Western Ontario in London, Ontario, Canada invites applicants for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Science and Ethics (one year with a possibility of renewal for a second year). The purpose of the Fellowship is to provide an opportunity for new scholars in ethics, bioethics, or political philosophy with a research focus on science to pursue their chosen areas of scholarly research further in a research intensive environment.
The Postdoctoral Fellow in Science and Ethics will have an office within Rotman Institute in the Department of Philosophy (www.rotman.uwo.ca). S/he will have the use of the University's internet and library resources. It is expected that the Fellow will give one lecture on her or his research during the course of the year at Western and that the Fellow will participate fully in the research life of the Rotman Institute of Philosophy, including participation in conferences, research groups, and reading groups. The Fellow is also expected to teach a half course in the Department of Philosophy.
Candidates must have had a PhD in Philosophy conferred within five years from the start of the Fellowship. All PhD requirements must be completed by the starting date of this Postdoctoral Fellowship, July 1, 2012. The stipend is $35,000 Canadian plus a research allowance of $5,000 Canadian.
Please send curriculum vitae, writing sample, research statement, and three letters of reference to: Professor Charles Weijer, Director, Rotman Institute of Philosophy, Department of Philosophy, The University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada N6A 5B8. Fax: 519-661-3261. EMail:cweijer@uwo.ca.
Applications must be received by December 31, 2011. This position is subject to the availability of funds. Applicants should have fluent oral and written communication skills in English. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Western Ontario is committed to employment equity and welcomes applications from all qualified women and men, including visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities.
