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Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy

Georgetown University  ·  Department of Philosophy  ·  Washington, DC
Assistant ProfessorTenure-TrackPhilosophy

Position summary

Georgetown University: Main Campus: College of Arts & Sciences: Philosophy Location Main Campus Open Date Sep 21, 2026 Deadline Aug 01, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time Description The Department of Philosophy at Georgetown University is searching for a tenure-track assistant professor to begin August 2027. We seek candidates who take a philosophical approach to race, or whose work is substantively engaged with a

disadvantaged or marginalized racial, ethnic, or regional group. The teaching load for this position will be two courses per semester, with teaching responsibilities at both the undergraduate and graduate level. During the first year in this position, the successful candidate will also hold the title of Provost’s Distinguished Faculty Fellow, with no teaching or service responsibilities. This arrangement allows for a

dedicated focus on research while benefiting from mentorship and support from two senior faculty members. A Ph.D. in philosophy or a closely related field is required prior to appointment. Candidates must show strong promise of excellence in both teaching and research. Applicants should provide the following:A brief cover letterCurriculum vitaeA writing sample (max: 30 pages)A teaching statementA research statementA

statement explaining how they will enrich a community that seeks a diversity of perspectivesThe names of at least three references. Application materials should be submitted through Interfolio by 15 October 2026. For questions related to this position, please contact: B Huebner, bryce.huebner@georgetown.edu The projected base salary range is $85,058-$100,946. Compensation is determined by a number of factors

including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors. Application Process This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of

recommendation, free of charge. Apply Now Equal Employment Opportunity Statement GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal

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