Inside Higher Ed
Open Rank Professor of Philosophy
Inside Higher Ed, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
Overview
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School of Humanities & Sciences Open Rank Professor of Philosophy The Department of Philosophy at Stanford University seeks applicants for an appointment that may be at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure-track), Associate Professor (with tenure), or Full Professor. Applicants must have demonstrated a commitment to effective teaching and mentoring and the ability to maintain a world-class research program. The successful candidate must have a PhD in a related field by the time of employment and will be expected to teach and advise students at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. The term of appointment is expected to begin on September 1, 2026. All areas in philosophy will be considered. The successful candidate will be expected to lead robust research and graduate training programs for the department.
How to apply
through Stanford Faculty Positions and submit:
a cover letter;
a curriculum vitae (including a publication list);
a research statement of no more than three single-spaced pages;
a teaching statement of no more than one single-spaced page
Associate and Full Professor applicants, please indicate your two most important papers or one most important book. Applicants for Assistant Professor, please also submit one or two scholarly publications and/or well-developed papers through the online system. Candidates will also be asked to provide the names of three references, who will be contacted as follows:
References for non-tenured applicants will be contacted for a letter upon submission of the application.
References for applicants who are currently tenured may be contacted for a letter at a later stage in the application process.
The Philosophy Department, School of Humanities and Sciences and Stanford University value faculty who will help foster an open and respectful academic environment for colleagues, students, and staff with a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. Candidates may choose to include as part of their research and teaching statements a brief discussion about how their work and experience will further these values.
Salary and start date The salary range for this position in academic year 2025-2026 is:
Assistant Professor: $111,240 - $130,810
Associate Professor: $124,630 - $154,500
Professor: $144,200 - $247,200
Stanford University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the qualifications of the selected candidate, budget availability, and internal equity.
Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2025; later applications may be considered at the discretion of the search committee.
Contact and additional information Further information about Stanford’s Department of Philosophy may be found at
https://philosophy.stanford.edu/ . Inquiries about this search may be directed to Linda Fagan,
linda.fagan@stanford.edu .
Equal opportunity Stanford University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching and clinical missions. Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact disability.access@stanford.edu.
Advertised and closing dates Advertised: 19 Sep 2025 9:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: 31 Oct 2025 11:55 PM Pacific Daylight Time
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Work type:
University Tenure Line Location:
Stanford University Categories:
School of Humanities & Sciences Open Rank Professor of Philosophy The Department of Philosophy at Stanford University seeks applicants for an appointment that may be at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure-track), Associate Professor (with tenure), or Full Professor. Applicants must have demonstrated a commitment to effective teaching and mentoring and the ability to maintain a world-class research program. The successful candidate must have a PhD in a related field by the time of employment and will be expected to teach and advise students at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. The term of appointment is expected to begin on September 1, 2026. All areas in philosophy will be considered. The successful candidate will be expected to lead robust research and graduate training programs for the department.
How to apply
through Stanford Faculty Positions and submit:
a cover letter;
a curriculum vitae (including a publication list);
a research statement of no more than three single-spaced pages;
a teaching statement of no more than one single-spaced page
Associate and Full Professor applicants, please indicate your two most important papers or one most important book. Applicants for Assistant Professor, please also submit one or two scholarly publications and/or well-developed papers through the online system. Candidates will also be asked to provide the names of three references, who will be contacted as follows:
References for non-tenured applicants will be contacted for a letter upon submission of the application.
References for applicants who are currently tenured may be contacted for a letter at a later stage in the application process.
The Philosophy Department, School of Humanities and Sciences and Stanford University value faculty who will help foster an open and respectful academic environment for colleagues, students, and staff with a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. Candidates may choose to include as part of their research and teaching statements a brief discussion about how their work and experience will further these values.
Salary and start date The salary range for this position in academic year 2025-2026 is:
Assistant Professor: $111,240 - $130,810
Associate Professor: $124,630 - $154,500
Professor: $144,200 - $247,200
Stanford University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the qualifications of the selected candidate, budget availability, and internal equity.
Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2025; later applications may be considered at the discretion of the search committee.
Contact and additional information Further information about Stanford’s Department of Philosophy may be found at
https://philosophy.stanford.edu/ . Inquiries about this search may be directed to Linda Fagan,
linda.fagan@stanford.edu .
Equal opportunity Stanford University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching and clinical missions. Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact disability.access@stanford.edu.
Advertised and closing dates Advertised: 19 Sep 2025 9:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: 31 Oct 2025 11:55 PM Pacific Daylight Time
#J-18808-Ljbffr