KU Leuven

Postdoctoral assistant at the Institute of Philosophy

2024-05-30 (Europe/Brussels)
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The Institute of Philosophy invites applications for three part-time postdoctoral positions (teaching fellows with the status of postdoctoral assistant).
The Institute of Philosophy offers bachelor, master and advanced master programs both in Dutch and in English. More than 100 PhD students from all over the world are enrolled in its PhD program. The Faculty has an elaborate national and international network and enjoys an excellent library.
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Responsibilities

Teaching
  • Candidates are expected to teach Philosophy courses at all levels, mainly in Dutch. The teaching assignment (from 2 to 5 course units, depending on the appointment percentage) is situated in the fields of ethics/political philosophy/philosophy of law (first position, 60%), phenomenology (second position, 40%), and German philosophical texts (third position, 20%), respectively. The second and third positions are preferably occupied by one candidate. The teaching assignment also includes introductory courses in philosophy to large groups. In addition to courses in Leuven, the assignment includes some courses on the campuses in Kortrijk, Brussels and/or Antwerp.
  • The candidates offer didactic and scientific support to students (e.g. by supervising the writing of MA theses).
Research
  • Candidates take part in activities of the research center that corresponds most closely with their research profile. 
  • Candidates produce high-quality publications in their field of research.

Profile

Successful candidates are expected:
  • To hold a PhD in philosophy and to have demonstrated the capacity to carry out high-level research in their area of specialization;
  • To have knowledge of higher education (more particularly in Philosophy) in Flanders, and demonstrated teaching experience;
  • To possess excellent communication skills, a sense of responsibility and an ability for teamwork;  
  • To possess oral and written skills in both Dutch and English at C1 level.
  • Knowledge of German is required for the position in German philosophical texts.

Offer

We offer two or three part-time positions for one year in barema 44. Appointment percentages: 60%, 40% and 20%; the second and third positions are preferably occupied by one candidate. Depending on teaching needs and on the candidates’ qualifications, the appointment percentages may be expanded. 
Starting date: September 15, 2024.

Interested?

Please direct all enquiries concerning this position to Prof. dr. Gerd Van Riel, Dean of the Institute of Philosophy, e-mail: gerd.vanriel@kuleuven.be. 

KU Leuven strives for an inclusive, respectful and socially safe environment. We embrace diversity among individuals and groups as an asset. Open dialogue and differences in perspective are essential for an ambitious research and educational environment. In our commitment to equal opportunity, we recognize the consequences of historical inequalities. We do not accept any form of discrimination based on, but not limited to, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, ethnic or national background, skin colour, religious and philosophical diversity, neurodivergence, employment disability, health, or socioeconomic status. For questions about accessibility or support offered, we are happy to assist you at this email address.

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Postdoctoral assistant at the Institute of Philosophy
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Oude Markt 13 Löwen, Belgien
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2024-04-22
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2024-05-30 23:59 (Europe/Brussels)
2024-05-30 23:59 (CET)
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