The Department of Philosophy at Tufts University seeks to hire an Assistant Professor in the Philosophy of Mind and/or Philosophy of Cognitive Science, to start in Fall 2026. Duties include teaching and advising at the undergraduate and master's level, and service to the department and university. The normal teaching load is two courses per semester. In addition to contributing to the Department of Philosophy's BA and MA programs, the successful candidate will contribute to interdisciplinary programs including the BA/BS program in Brain and Cognitive Science and the PhD program in Cognitive Science.

The department seeks a candidate who exhibits excellence in research and scholarship and who demonstrates potential as a teacher and an advisor.

Qualifications

The department seeks a candidate who exhibits excellence in research and scholarship and who demonstrates potential as a teacher and an advisor. A PhD in philosophy is required.

Application Instructions

All applications are submitted via Interfolio, at https://apply.interfolio.com/173164. Applications should include a cover letter, a writing sample, three confidential letters of recommendation, a CV (including contact information), and an official transcript from a PhD program. The letters of recommendation should be addressed to the Department of Philosophy and should be uploaded directly by recommenders to Interfolio. Evidence of teaching experience is also welcome.

Questions about the position may be directed to the Department Administrator, Jaouad Elkamouss (Jaouad.Elkamouss@tufts.edu).

Applications received by October 17, 2025 will receive full consideration.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a background check.

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