Tenure Track Position
Bioethics Program
University of Virginia
Start Date: August 25, 2008
Description of Institution: The University of Virginia is distinctive among institutions of higher education. Founded by Thomas Jefferson in 1819, the University sustains the idea of developing, through education, leaders who are well prepared to shape the future of the nation. The Charlottesville area offers an outstanding community for both personal and professional activities. For more information on the University of Virginia and the Charlottesville area, please visit http://www.virginia.edu/.
Description of Position: The Bioethics Program at the University of Virginia ( www.bioethics.virginia.edu), College of Arts & Sciences, is conducting a search for a faculty member (open rank) in Bioethics. Doctorate in an Arts & Sciences field required (e.g., Religious Studies, Philosophy, Politics, etc.). (This is NOT one of the two positions currently advertised by the bioethics program in our Medical School.) Although the Bioethics Program is interdisciplinary, candidate will be tenure-track or tenured in an academic department. Teaching will include undergraduate and graduate level courses and some thesis supervision the successful. Four courses/year (2/semester), at least three of which must be in bioethics-related areas.
Requirements: PhD in Arts & Sciences field
Review of applications begins October 31, 2007.
For immediate consideration: please submit application materials by November 15, 2007; however, the position will remain open until filled
Contact Information: To apply, please submit a candidate profile, a cover letter and full CV including names and contact information for three references at: jobs.virginia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=53125. Please address all other inquiries to Prof. John D. Arras, Philosophy Department jda3a@virginia.edu
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Last Updated 7 November 2007