Area of Research: Ancient Philosophy

Job Description: The Department of Philosophy at the University of Toronto invites applications for a two-year a Postdoctoral Scholar position beginning August 2024. The successful applicant will have significant research interests in some area of Ancient philosophy and is expected to teach one to two courses per year, that is, 1.0 to 2.0 HCE (half course equivalent, one term length) per year.

The Department of Philosophy at the University of Toronto is widely recognized as Canada’s best and most comprehensive philosophy department and as an international leader in the field. The University of Toronto offers the opportunity to teach, conduct research and live in one of the most diverse and cosmopolitan cities in the world. For more information about the Department of Philosophy, please visit http://www.philosophy.utoronto.ca. The successful applicant will be a member of the Collaborative Specialization in Ancient and Medieval Philosophy. For more information, please visit https://csamp.utoronto.ca

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission

Salary: $49,000 plus a teaching stipend depending on the number of courses taught. The current stipend for 1.0 HCE is $8,142.50+ 4% vacation pay and is set by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 Collective Agreement. All teaching related duties are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 Collective Agreement

Please note that should the minimum rates stipulated in the collective agreement fall below the rates stated in this posting, the minimum rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Required qualifications: Applicants must have completed all requirements for their doctorate by July 31, 2024. Candidates must also be no more than 5 years from the awarding of their degree as of the start date for the position.

Expected start date: August 1, 2024

Term: August 1, 2024 to July 31, 2026

FTE: 100%

The normal hours of work are 40 hours per week for a full-time postdoctoral fellow (pro-rated for those holding a partial appointment) recognizing that the needs of the employee’s research and training and the needs of the supervisor’s research program may require flexibility in the performance of the employee’s duties and hours of work.

Employment as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Toronto is covered by the terms of the CUPE 3902 Unit 5 Collective Agreement.

This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 5 Collective Agreement.

Application instructions

To be considered for this position, applications must be submitted electronically at
ancient.philosophy.postdoc.utsc@utoronto.ca by the closing date; please include “Ancient Philosophy Postdoc” in the subject line. Applications should be submitted as a single pdf with a cover letter, a current CV, and a sample of written work (around 20 pages). Applicants should also submit the names and contact information for two references and should alert their referees that letters will be requested for candidates invited for an interview.

Closing date: February 29, 2024, 11:59pm EST

Supervisor: Professor Christian Pfeiffer

Contact: Jason Ferreira
jason.ferreira@utoronta.ca

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