The Department of Philosophy at St. Francis Xavier University invites applications for two (2)  nine-month, limited-term positions, beginning September 1, 2020, at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor for the 2020-21 academic year.

Applicants should have a PhD or a dissertation near completion. A specialty in one area of the  History of Philosophy is strongly desirable. Teaching load: three courses per term. The primary responsibility of the successful candidates will be to teach a combination of the following  courses:

Introductory Philosophy; Critical Thinking; Philosophy of Science; Philosophy of Human Nature; Philosophy of Religion; Biomedical Ethics; Environmental Ethics; Anglo-American Philosophy; one or more courses in the History of Philosophy covering Ancient Philosophy; Modern Philosophy from Descartes to Kant.

The Department is seeking candidates who are committed to contributing to StFX’s priorities of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Applicants should submit curriculum vitae, a letter of application, and three letters of reference. Applications should be sent via email to:
Dr. William Sweet
Chair, Department of Philosophy
St. Francis Xavier University
P. O. Box 5000, Antigonish, NS
B2G 2W5
Email: jmunroe@stfx.ca

Review of applications will begin March 9, 2020 and continue until the positions are filled.  Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. StFX respects diversity and welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities and members of sexual minority groups.