The candidate should have demonstrated record of excellence as a teacher and mentor in philosophy. We are seeking candidates with teaching and research specialization in Philosophy of Science—candidates should be able to teach Philosophy of Science courses at the introductory and upper-division undergraduate levels. We also have a particular interest in candidates who have demonstrated competency in environmental philosophy and/or 20th century philosophy of science. Teaching duties will be introductory and upper-level undergraduate courses. Job duties will also include service work and advising and mentoring of students.
Requirements include PhD in Philosophy at the time of appointment. The candidate also should be willing to support the mission of LUC and the goals of a Jesuit Catholic Education.
Applicants should submit a current Curriculum Vitae, a teaching philosophy statement, and a letter of interest to www.careers.luc.edu. In addition, they should include a separate statement addressing their past or potential contributions to mentoring a diverse student body through research, teaching, and other channels and engaging a diverse community through scholarship and service. They should also provide evidence that attests to their teaching performance and experience, and the names and addresses of three individuals prepared to advise on their professional qualifications for this position.
References will not be contacted immediately but might be consulted at subsequent points in the review process. (letter writers will receive an electronic prompt from LUC. Please direct inquiries and further inquiries to:
Jacqueline Scott
Chairperson Department of Philosophy
Loyola University Chicago
1032 W. Sheridan Rd. Chicago, IL 60660-5761
Email: jscott6@luc.edu
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications received before December 15, 2023 will receive full consideration.
Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty. The University seeks to increase the diversity of its professoriate, workforce and undergraduate and graduate student populations because broad diversity – including a wide range of individuals who contribute to a robust academic environment – is critical to achieving the University’s mission of excellence in education, research, educational access and services in an increasingly diverse society. Therefore, in holistically accessing the many qualifications of each applicant, we would factor favorably an individual’s record of conduct that includes experience with an array of diverse perspectives, as well as a wide variety of different educational, research or other work activities. Among other qualifications, we would also factor favorably experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to an academic career or degrees.
As a Jesuit Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about LUC’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
As one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.
Quick link for posting: https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/26962
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Curriculum Vitae
Teaching Statement
Inclusive Excellence Statement
Optional Documents
Other Document