The department has been authorized to hire into two tenure track positions. One position is in the philosophy of physics. The other will come from at least one of these three areas: history & philosophy of medicine; early science; computation science. The designation "computation science" includes but is not necessarily limited to epistemological issues arising in scientific modeling with computers, applications in specific areas of science such as AI, computational neuroscience, climate modeling, etc., or digital/computational methods in history & philosophy of science. The department seeks candidates who exhibit interest in integrating history and philosophy of science as well as in-depth knowledge of the science or sciences relevant to their research. Details below.
[1] Philosophy of Physics (also posted at https://philjobs.org/job/show/10886)
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University of Pittsburgh, Department of History and Philosophy of Science, Rank: Open, tenure track, with a preference for more junior candidates. Beginning September 1, 2019, pending budgetary approval. AOS: History and philosophy of physics; AOC: Open. Competence in physics expected and interest in integrating history and philosophy of science welcomed. Four courses per year; graduate and undergraduate advising; usual non-teaching duties. Ph.D. prior to appointment is required. Applicants should submit a cover letter, a C.V., at least three confidential letters of recommendation, a research statement, a teaching portfolio, and a writing sample through the following URL: https://facultysearch.as.pitt.edu/apply/index/MjQ0. In the place of a “Brief Personal Statement,” upload an account of past and planned contributions to diversity, equity and inclusion such as may advance the University of Pittsburgh’s commitment to inclusive excellence. For each reference, you will have the opportunity to input a personal email address or an email address generated through Interfolio’s Online Application Delivery. In both cases, an email notification will be sent to the designated address with instructions about uploading the letters to our system. In order to receive full consideration, application must be received by by: November 15, 2018. Please direct any questions to Matthew Ceraso, HPS Department Administrator, mrc118@pitt.edu The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled |
[2] History and philosophy of Medicine OR Computation in Science OR Early Science (also posted at https://philjobs.org/job/show/10894)
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University of Pittsburgh, Department of History and Philosophy of Science, Rank: Assistant professor, tenure track. Beginning September 1, 2019, pending budgetary approval. AOS: History and philosophy of Medicine OR Computation in Science OR Early Science; AOC: Open. Four courses per year; graduate and undergraduate advising; usual non-teaching duties. Ph.D. prior to appointment is required. Applicants should submit a cover letter, a C.V., at least three confidential letters of recommendation, a research statement, a teaching portfolio, and a writing sample through the following URL: https://facultysearch.as.pitt.edu/apply/index/MjQz. In the place of a “Brief Personal Statement,” upload an account of past and planned contributions to diversity, equity and inclusion such as may advance the University of Pittsburgh’s commitment to inclusive excellence. For each reference, you will have the opportunity to input a personal email address or an email address generated through Interfolio’s Online Application Delivery. In both cases, an email notification will be sent to the designated address with instructions about uploading the letters to our system. Deadline for receipt of applications: November 15, 2018. Please direct questions to Matthew Ceraso, HPS Department Administrator, mrc118@pitt.edu The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled |