Faculty.Professor.Professor - Full-Time at University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, History and Philosophy of Biology

University of Pittsburgh, Department of History and Philosophy of Science,

Rank: OPEN, beginning Fall 2025.

AOS: History and Philosophy of Biology

AOC: OPEN

The Department of History and Philosophy of Science at the University of Pittsburgh seeks a candidate for a position as Professor specializing in History and Philosophy of Biology beginning in the 2025-2026 academic year, pending budgetary approval.

Required Qualifications: (1) A PhD in History and Philosophy of Science, Philosophy, or a closely related field expected by the proposed start date; (2) a promising research agenda in History and/or Philosophy of Biology; and (3) exhibit interest in integrating history and philosophy of science as well as in-depth knowledge of the science or sciences relevant to their research.

Responsibilities: Undergraduate and graduate teaching, and regular departmental duties.

Assistant Professors should submit a CV (including a research statement), at least three letters of recommendation, evidence of teaching excellence, and a writing sample. Associate and Full Professors should submit a CV (including a research statement), names of three letter writers, evidence of teaching excellence, and a writing sample.

In addition, applicants should provide a brief personal statement that addresses their contributions to diversity through research, teaching, service, and/or community engagement. Please mention any past contributions as well as any planned or potential contributions.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please DO NOT upload letters to this website. Rather, have all letters of recommendation sent to Estelle Burris at eburris@pitt.edu. As we have multiple searches happening, please specify in the email which specific job you are applying for and the position number, which can be found at the top of the posting.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity, and diversity

Please direct all further inquiries to:

Matthew Ceraso, mrc118@pitt.edu .

Department of History and Philosophy of Science

University of Pittsburgh

1102 Cathedral of Learning

Pittsburgh, PA 15260

All applicants should submit a writing sample.

In addition, applicants should provide a brief personal statement that addresses their contributions to diversity through research, teaching, service and/or community engagement. Please mention any past contributions as well as any planned or potential contributions.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please DO NOT upload letters directly to this website. Rather, have all letters sent to Estelle Burris at eburris@pitt.edu. As we have multiple searches happening, please indicate the email which specific job you are applying for and the job number, which can be found at the top of the posting.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

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