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The American Catholic Philosophical Association
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University
of St. Thomas
Full-time Assistant Professor of Catholic Studies (tenure track)
Beginning Fall 2010
The University of St. Thomas, Department of Catholic Studies invites applications for a tenure-track position to begin September 2010 at the rank of assistant professor. Area of expertise is open, however as an interdisciplinary department, we are seeking candidates with knowledge of several dimensions of the Catholic intellectual tradition. Candidates from areas other than theology are encouraged to apply. Ph.D. prior to appointment preferred but not required, ABD with close completion date will be considered. Applicants should have outstanding teaching and writing skills and the virtue of collegiality. The Department of Catholic Studies offers undergraduate and graduate degrees and is committed to sustaining and developing the Catholic intellectual tradition. In this we are guided by the principles of Ex Corde Ecclesiae and Fides et Ratio. We seek candidates who share these commitments and are willing to contribute to the work of the department. The teaching load is six courses per year; including the possibility of teaching in our graduate program; there are standard non-teaching duties.
Established in 1885, the University of St. Thomas is located in the major
metropolitan area of Minneapolis-St. Paul, and is Minnesota's largest private
university. Its 11,000 students pursue degrees in a wide range of liberal arts,
professional, and graduate programs.
Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas
educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act
wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good, and seeks to develop
individuals who combine career competency with cultural awareness and
intellectual curiosity. The successful candidate will possess a commitment to
the ideals of this mission.
The University of St. Thomas has a strong commitment to the principles of
diversity and inclusion, to equal opportunity policies and practices, and to
the principles and goals of affirmative action. In that spirit, the University
welcomes nominations and applications from a broad and diverse applicant pool.
Please apply online at and include: (1) a cover letter that includes discussion of the candidate's commitment to sustaining and developing the Catholic intellectual tradition, (2) a curriculum vitae.
In addition please submit (3) at least three letters of recommendation, (4)
evidence of teaching excellence, including data from student evaluations (and
an interpretive guide if available), (5) a writing sample, and (6) transcript
on line or to the search committee chair:
Gregory J. Coulter
Chair, Department of Catholic Studies
JRC 241
2115 Summit Ave
St. Paul, MN 55105
gjcoulter@stthomas.edu
Applications will receive initial consideration upon reception of items (1),
(2) and (5).
Southern
Catholic College
Full-time Assistant Professor of Philosophy
Beginning Fall 2009
Southern Catholic College invites applicants for a full time position in Philosophy for the fall of 2009 at the rank of Assistant Professor. Applicants should be conversant with and committed to the Catholic philosophical tradition as articulated in John Paul II's encyclical Fides et Ratio. For immediate consideration send a letter of application and curriculum vitae to Dr. Jerry Combee, Vice President for Academic Affairs: jcombee@southerncatholic.org
Information about the major in Philosophy at Southern Catholic College can be found at the following address:
College web site:
The
University of Dayton
University Professor of Faith and Culture
Beginning August 2009
Applicants must have a distinguished record of scholarship in areas related to
the intersections of faith and culture, within the context of the Catholic
intellectual tradition. The University Professor’s primary responsibilities
will be: to advance intellectual engagement, both on campus and nationally,
through research and scholarship; to teach two courses each academic year in
the doctoral program in theology or other appropriate program; and to
contribute to faculty development related to the significance of faith for
cultural analysis and for academic life at a Catholic and Marianist university.
The University Professor of Faith and Culture also will serve as a national
resource for research on Catholic faith and contemporary culture through the
organization of conferences, symposia, institutes, or seminars of the highest
academic quality. Experience working with scholars and students of diverse
backgrounds is preferred. Applicants must hold a doctorate or appropriate
terminal degree and be qualified for appointment at the rank of Professor in an
academic department in the
Deadline
A complete application for the position consists of a letter of intent, a C.V.,
and names of three references. Review of applications will begin on 15 January
2009 and continue until the position is filled. Address application to: Sandra
Yocum Mize, Chair, Department of Religious Studies,
The
Beginning Fall 2009
The Notre Dame Graduate School of Christendom College announces the opening of
a full-time faculty position to teach in our master's-level graduate theology
program beginning September 1, 2009, at our
For more information about the
Please send application materials (CV, 3 letters of
recommendation, and letter including some thoughts on how the applicant's
abilities and interests might further the mission of the Christendom Graduate
School) to Dr. Kristin P. Burns, Dean of the Graduate School, NDGS/Christendom
College, 4407 Sano Street, Alexandria, VA 22312. We will begin reviewing
applications in January. Inquiries about the position may be directed to Dr.
Burns at kburns@christendom.edu or
703-658-4304.
Department of
Philosophy – Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Philosophy
Beginning July 1,
2009
The Department of Philosophy of
The successful candidate will be expected to have completed a PhD in Philosophy, with an area of specialization in Contemporary Continental Philosophy, by the time the appointment commences. The areas of competence are open.
STM is committed to high-quality teaching. The candidate will be expected to contribute at both the undergraduate and graduate level. Candidates will also be expected to have an active program of research, with an interest in collaborative research in an interdisciplinary environment. The Department has strengths in ancient and medieval philosophy, ethics and philosophy of law.
Applicants must send a letter
describing qualifications, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference,
transcripts, and a sample of academic writing to Dr. M. Jenkins, Head,
Department of Philosophy,
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, this advertisement is
directed in the first instance to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
SAINT CHARLES
BORROMEO SEMINARY
Philosophy Department
– Assistant Professor
Beginning Fall 2009
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is currently seeking an Assistant Professor of Philosophy for Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Wynnewood, beginning in the 2009-2010 academic year.
Ph.D. in Philosophy is required (ABD considered). The successful candidate will teach a 4/4 load in the College Division. Candidate must possess strong sense of perennial philosophy and have an appreciation for ancient and medieval thought, including a familiarity with the work of Saint Thomas Aquinas. Candidate will be able to teach Introduction to Philosophy, Symbolic and Syllogistic Logic, Epistemology, and the History of Western Philosophy with a concentration in Later Modern and Contemporary Philosophy (nineteenth and twentieth centuries).
Candidate must demonstrate prior teaching excellence and be a practicing Catholic. Candidate will make a profession of faith and oath of fidelity to the Magisterium.
For consideration, please forward a cover letter, curriculum vitae and three letters of academic recommendation to:
James F. Growdon
Academic Dean, College Division
Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary
Department
of Philosophy - Assistant
Professor
Tenure-track
Beginning Fall
2009
Send
a letter of application, cv, evidence of teaching and research potential, and
three letters of recommendation to: Dr. James J. Delaney, Search Committee
Chair, Philosophy Department, Niagara University, NY 14109-2043. To learn more
about Niagara University and the Department of Philosophy visit .
Applications received by November 14 will be considered for preliminary
interviews at the APA Eastern Division meeting, but applications accepted until
the position is filled. Niagara University is an equal opportunity/affirmative
action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
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