Assistant Professor in Ancient and/or Asian Philosophy

Location: Ottawa, ON, Main Campus

Time Type: Full time

Date Posted: January 05, 2024

Closing Date: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.

The Department of Philosophy at the University of Ottawa invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Ancient and/or Asian Philosophy, beginning July 1, 2024 .

Title of the Position: Assistant Professor, but higher ranks may be considered under exceptional circumstances.

Duties: Responsibilities include:

• Active research and knowledge mobilization program;
• Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Ancient and/or Asian Philosophy in both French and English;
• Recruitment and supervision of graduate students;
• Service to the community;
• Maintaining and developing a research program resulting in scholarly publication and research grants;
• Working collaboratively in research and university service;
• Participating in administrative activities of the department and service to the broader university community.

Terms: Tenure-track position

Wage: Salary scale for an assistant professor rank starts at $94,588 (as of May 1, 2023).

Benefits Package: The University of Ottawa provides a complete benefits package, including long-term disability, basic group life insurance, supplementary health insurance, University of Ottawa Pension Plan, optional life insurance, and relocation expenses.

Location of Work: Department of Philosophy, University of Ottawa, 55 Laurier Avenue East, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5

Contact Information:

Dr. Mitia Rioux-Beaulne, Director, Department of Philosophy, University of Ottawa, 55 Laurier Avenue East, Ottawa ON, K1N 6N5. E-mail:

Required Qualifications: The successful candidate will be a scholar in Ancient and/or Asian Philosophy , with all of the following:

• A doctorate (Ph.D.) by July 1, 2024 in a relevant discipline;
• A demonstrated track record of scholarly excellence in Ancient and/or Asian Philosophy;
• Evidence to support the establishment of an innovative research program, including a record of refereed publications and scholarly conferences;
• A demonstrated ability or concrete plan to attract external funding;
• Evidence of teaching experience or training at the university level;
• A commitment to teaching and graduate training in our Department’s programs;
• A commitment to principles related to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of research and teaching.

Application Deadline: Applications received by January 23, 2024 will receive full consideration but the position will remain open until filled.

Complete application must be submitted via the University of Ottawa Academic Careers application portal.

Please submit the following application materials as a single PDF document: cover letter, curriculum vitae, copies of two recent peer-reviewed publications, statement of research interests, teaching dossier, and student evaluations (if available).

Under separate cover, three confidential letters of reference should be sent by the referees to:

Mitia Rioux-Beaulne, Director

Department of Philosophy

University of Ottawa

Email:

Short-listed candidates will be invited to present their research to professors and students.

The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty. Accordingly, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, women, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse, and inclusive communities.