Job Summary

Department of Philosophy Three-Year Postdoctoral Research Associate in Medieval Philosophy
Date Available: August 2025

Purdue University’s Department of Philosophy is seeking a medieval philosopher for a three-year postdoctoral research associate position (August 1, 2025–July 31, 2027). AOS: Medieval philosophy; AOC: Open.

Principle Duties: Purdue is a member of the American Association of Universities, and seeks a philosopher of exceptional promise who will contribute to the excellence of our department and college. Teaching load is 2-3 courses/year, undergraduate and graduate. The position includes a salary of $52,000 and an annual research allowance of $1,500.

Qualifications: To be eligible for consideration, applicants must have received a PhD in philosophy between September 1, 2020 and June 20, 2025.

The College: The College of Liberal Arts at Purdue University is embarking upon searches for a number of faculty and postdoctoral positions to begin in Fall 2025. These positions will advance research within and across disciplines, and intersect with technology, data science, and engineering in relevant and important ways. Purdue University, the College of Liberal Arts and the Department of Philosophy are committed to free and open inquiry in all matters. Candidates are encouraged to address in their cover letter how they are prepared to contribute to a climate that values free inquiry.

Application Procedures

All materials will be submitted electronically through careers.purdue.edu Requisition 33811.  Applications must include: (i) brief cover letter, (ii) curriculum vitae (including dissertation abstract and research statement), (iii) copies of official graduate transcripts, (iv) names, email addresses, and institutional affiliations of at least three references, (v) evidence of teaching effectiveness, and (vi) a writing sample of approximately 8-10K words. Letters of reference should not be included in the initial application but should be prepared for quick submission if requested. If letters are requested from the candidate at a later stage, instructions for how to submit letters will be communicated directly to the candidate.

Review of applications will begin November 15, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Incomplete applications will not be considered, and a background check will be required for employment in this position. Questions should be addressed to search committee chair, Prof. Jeffrey Brower at brower@purdue.edu.

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Benefits Eligibility

YES