Assistant Professor, Philosophy (Consciousness) (T/TE)

The Department of Philosophy at the University of Arizona invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position specializing in interdisciplinary consciousness research, with an anticipated start date of August 16, 2027.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the philosophy of consciousness and related areas, including philosophy of mind; philosophy of cognitive science, neuroscience, biology, and/or artificial intelligence; philosophy of religion; and aesthetics. The standard teaching load is two courses per semester, with approximately half of the courses focused on the philosophy of consciousness.

The Department of Philosophy is housed within the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. The successful candidate will participate actively in the Center for Consciousness Studies and the Graduate Interdisciplinary Program in Cognitive Science. Additional information about the department is available at https://philosophy.arizona.edu/.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Teaching (40%):

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in consciousness studies and other
  core areas of philosophy, with particular responsibility for courses in the
  Consciousness degree programs.
• Prepare and deliver course materials, assess
  student learning, and provide academic guidance and supervision to graduate
  students.
• Standard teaching load: two courses per semester.

Research (40%):

• Develop and maintain an active interdisciplinary scholarly
  research program in consciousness studies and related areas; conduct original
  research and disseminate findings through publications, presentations, and
  other appropriate academic activities.

Service
(20%):

• Participate in service to the Department of Philosophy, the College of
  Social and Behavioral Sciences, the Center of Consciousness Studies, the
  Graduate Interdisciplinary Program in Cognitive Science, the University of
  Arizona, and the philosophy profession.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of philosophical approaches to consciousness and related interdisciplinary research.
• Ability to conduct and disseminate original scholarship.
• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses and explain complex philosophical concepts.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines and contribute to departmental, university, and professional service.

• Ph.D. in
  Philosophy or another field relevant to interdisciplinary consciousness
  research by the date of employment.
• Applicants whose Ph.D. is not in Philosophy must demonstrate
  research and teaching qualifications pertinent to a leading Ph.D. program in
  Philosophy.
• All applicants must demonstrate evidence of a promising research
  agenda and a commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching.
• Ability to teach in the philosophy of consciousness and
  related areas identified in the position highlights.

• Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate students in philosophy of consciousness or related interdisciplinary areas.
• Experience mentoring students and participating in interdisciplinary research or academic programs.

1. CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Research Statement
4. Teaching Dossier
5. Writing Sample
6. At least 3, and no more than 4 Letters of Reference. These letters can be submitted the following ways:
   
   • Attach the letters as a single document and upload to the application.
   • Email the letters directly to Dennis Tamblyn, dtamblyn@arizona.edu.
   • Send the letters through Interfolio to Dennis Tamblyn, dtamblyn@arizona.edu.
   
   

Application reviews will begin on November 7, 2026.