This position is contingent upon availability of funding.

Assistant or Associate Professor, Philosophy of Science
Posting Number: 070977
Posted: October 1, 2007

AOS: Philosophy of Science; AOC: Philosophy of Biology. We seek a candidate whose work genuinely engages with a science. 2 courses per semester, undergraduate and graduate. Evidence of teaching ability required. Salary: competitive. Ph.D. completed by August 10, 2008. In addition to offering a first class MA in Philosophy, the department is also a major component of two interdisciplinary programs, Science and Technology Studies and (pending state approval) The Alliance for Social, Political, Ethical and Cultural Thought. Virginia Tech is an EO/AA employer and particularly encourages applications from women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and minorities. Interested candidates are REQUIRED to complete a brief on-line application at www.jobs.vt.edu, posting number 070977, and send a complete dossier to Chair, Philosophy of Science Search Committee, Department of Philosophy (0126), Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061. We will begin reviewing dossiers November 30, 2007. Interviews will be conducted at the Eastern Division APA.

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