Assistant Professor of Philosophy (Ethics and Philosophy of Emerging Technologies)

Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Philosophy (Ethics and Philosophy of Emerging Technologies)

Job Posting Number:

2026087TTL

Job Location:

Round Rock, San Marcos, Other - Online

Department:

Philosophy

Position Description:

The Department of Philosophy at Texas State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to start Fall 2027. The successful candidate will be expected to be an effective undergraduate and graduate teacher, develop a productive research program, contribute to department and college initiatives and leadership (especially the Philosophy Dialogues), and to be committed to teaching lower-level philosophy courses as part of a core curriculum. Members of the department have secured funding through NSF, NEH, AAAS, Rethinking Priorities, and Humanities Texas in recent years.Typical teaching load is 3/3, with a 2/2 assigned for the first two years. Summer teaching is sometimes available, depending on student demand.The Department of Philosophy at Texas State University offers the B.A. in Philosophy; the B.A. in Religious Studies; the M.A. in Applied Philosophy and Ethics; undergraduate minors in Philosophy, Religious Studies, Value Studies, and Medical Humanities; and graduate certificates in Professional Ethics, Ethics and Digital Technologies, and Environmental Leadership Engagement, and Ethics. Course assignments are based on expertise and departmental need, possibly including doctoral-level Responsible Conduct of Research/Research Ethics. Some teaching may be in evening courses or online.Members of the department’s faculty regularly teach courses in 11 programs outside of our department: Latino/a Studies, African American Studies, Women’s Studies, Sustainability Studies, Materials Science and Engineering, Physics, Education, History, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Undergraduate Research, and the Honors College The Department has 53 full-time faculty members in Spring 2026 (5 in Religious Studies, 46 in Philosophy, and 2 who teach in both disciplines), and teaches the largest number of undergraduate philosophy students of any public university in Texas, averaging over 9,000 students per year over the past six years. Departmental activities include the Philosophy Dialogues, a program of ~50 public-facing events each semester including lectures, films, readings, performances, and discussions; an active chapter of Phi Sigma Tau; an annual student symposium; a growing Religious Studies Student Organization; two student journals (Texas Philosophical and Stance); three professional journals; an Ethics Bowl team, and an International Business Ethics and Sustainability Case Competition team.PhD in Philosophy required by the time of appointment. ABD candidates please provide a letter from your committee chair verifying your anticipated completion before 1 August 2027.
All positions are subject to availability of funds.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Philosophy by time of appointment. (ABD applicants should provide a letter from your committee chair verifying anticipated completion before 1 August 2027).
• Previous teaching experience.
• Research and teaching specialization: Ethics and Philosophy of Emerging Technologies
• Teaching competence in: Philosophy/Ethics of Digital Technologies and Philosophy/Ethics of AI.
• Evidence of teaching excellence.
• Active research program.
• Evidence of professional or institutional service.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching experience in one or more of:Applied Philosophy, Bioethics/Medical Humanities, Environmental Philosophy,
• Experience teaching large classes (100+ students).
• Experience teaching or mentoring graduate students.
• Experience in interdisciplinary teaching or research.
• Experience in coordinating a speaker series, community engagement, or conference/symposia.

Application Procedures:

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/53559.

To ensure full consideration, please submit the materials listed below before September 4, 2026:

• A letter of interest addressing how your work will contribute to new initiatives in applied or digital humanities to Dr. Craig Hanks, Chair of Search Committee.
• Current curriculum vitae.
• Research statement, including summary of any funded research, work in-progress, and future plans.
• Teaching statement (to include a discussion of general education).
• Evidence of teaching excellence.
• Two sample syllabi:
  • A syllabus for one of our two 1000-level courses: PHIL 1305: Philosophy and Critical Thinking, or PHIL 1320: Ethics and Society;
  • A Syllabus for a graduate or upper-level course in Philosophy or Ethics of Technology.

• Three – Five professional references including names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers. Letters of recommendation will be required prior to interviews.

As part of our application process, we are requesting contact information for three (3) – five (5) references. Please provide the names and email addresses for your references in the Reference Letter section of the employment application. When we need the letter, an automated email will be generated and sent to your references with instructions on how to attach the reference letter to your application through a confidential online portal. Applicants are strongly advised to remind their referees to respond to the letter request in a timely manner.

If the letter of recommendation will be collected through Interfolio Dossier, please provide the specific Interfolio email in lieu of the references email. If a central office is responsible for responding to all reference letter requests in your department, please notify Dr. Hanks at craig.hanks@txstate.edu and Faculty and Academic Resources at facultyresources@txstate.edu.

The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree granting universities.

Proposed Start Date:

Fall 2027

Posting Date:

06/09/2026

Review Date:

09/08/2026

Open Until Filled?:

Yes

Legal Notices:

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation:

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Record Checks and Verifications:

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment:

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Why Work at Texas State?:

Texas State University is a large, student-centered public research institution serving more than 40,000 students across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in San Marcos and Round Rock. Classified as a Carnegie Doctoral University with High Research Activity (R2), TXST is actively advancing its ambitious Run to R1 strategy, demonstrating sustained growth in research activity, doctoral education, and scholarly impact.

Faculty at TXST join a vibrant academic community of over 5,000 faculty and staff committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The university offers a collaborative, supportive environment, and interdisciplinary scholarship. Outstanding faculty are drawn to TXST for the opportunity to make a meaningful impact—advancing research, mentoring a growing student body, and helping shape the future of a rapidly growing research university.

Quick Link:

https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/53559