AOS: Philosophy of race. We construe this broadly to include issues such as the metaphysics of race; the epistemological significance of race or racism; accounts of racialized thought, talk, experience, or agency; and theories of racial justice/injustice or other aspects of the moral, social, or political significance of race or racism. AOC: open

Description: The Department of Philosophy at The Ohio State University invites applications for a tenure-track position in the philosophy of race at the rank of assistant professor or associate professor. We welcome a variety of approaches in philosophy. The appointed individual will teach at all levels of the undergraduate and graduate philosophy curriculum. Qualifications: This appointment will begin August 15, 2022, and the successful applicant must have PhD in hand in Philosophy or a related field by the time of appointment. Teaching experience at the college level is preferred, as is a record of original peer-reviewed publications. ABDs welcome to apply. Appointment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to a criminal background check.

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Application Instructions: Apply to Academic Jobs Online. A complete application should include (1) a cover letter; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a research statement; (4) evidence of teaching effectiveness; (5) a diversity statement which articulates the applicant’s commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion through research, teaching, mentoring, and/or outreach and engagement; (6) a writing sample; (7) three letters of recommendation.

Review of these materials will begin on January 3, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries may be directed to Abe Roth, search committee chair, at Roth.263@osu.edu.

The Ohio State University is committed to establishing a culturally and intellectually diverse environment, encouraging all members of our learning community to reach their full potential. Over the next few years, The Ohio State University is committed to welcoming 350 new faculty hires, many of which will contribute to growing our role as a premier research university equipped to answer and interrogate the critical domestic and global societal challenges that deter equality and inclusion. We are responsive to dual-career families and strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. The university is a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC). The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.