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Vanderbilt University

Tenured Associate or Full Professor of Philosophy

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Nashville, TN (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/19/2026

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What they do

A Philosophy Professor teaches foundational philosophical ideas to students through a combination of classroom instruction and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.

$73,861 / year median in Tennessee

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Vanderbilt University:

College of Arts and Science:

Humanities:

Philosophy Description:

The Vanderbilt Department of Philosophy seeks to hire a full-time tenured faculty member at the rank of associate or full professor.

AOS:

Bioethics.

AOC:

Open. The position will start in the fall semester of 2026. The typical course load is four courses/year (2/2), including undergraduate and graduate teaching, with standard expectations for service to the department and university.

Qualifications:

Applicants must have a record of internationally recognized leading-edge scholarship in their respective fields. Ph.D. in Philosophy required.

Application Instructions:

Applicants should send a letter of application, a CV, a statement of research and a teaching statement. Finalists will be asked to supply letters of recommendation and student evaluations. In order to ensure full consideration, please submit materials by November 24, 2025 via Interfolio. Initial interviews will be conducted via Zoom.