Vacant Position: tenure-track position in Chinese Philosophy

UMI, Ann Arbor, USA
Deadline: 23rd Nov 2016

The University of Michigan invites applications for a tenure-track position in Chinese Philosophy beginning September 1, 2017. This position is held jointly between the Department of Asian Languages and Cultures and the Department of Philosophy.

All applicants should possess a high level of oral and reading proficiency in Chinese and supply evidence of a research program in Chinese Philosophy. Successful candidates are expected to teach a range of courses in Chinese thought, from introductory undergraduate lecture courses through graduate seminars; to supervise doctoral dissertations in Asian Languages and Cultures and in Philosophy; and to participate actively in the programs of the departments as well as in area studies initiatives within a larger university community that encourages interdisciplinary efforts.

The Ph.D. is expected at the time of appointment. Evidence of excellent teaching and research abilities is essential. Please submit a letter of application, CV, statement of teaching philosophy and experience, teaching evaluations (if available),  a statement of current and future research plans, representative publications or writing samples, and at least three letters of recommendation.

Visit the following link for more information and application details: https://webapps.lsa.umich.edu/Apply/1050