The Chair of Philosophy of Science at the Faculty of Philosophy,
Philosophy of Science and Study of Religion and the Munich Center for
Mathematical Philosophy (MCMP,
http://www.mcmp.philosophie.uni-muenchen.de/index.html)
at LMU Munich seek applications for an Assistant Professorship in
Philosophy of Physics. The position is for three years with the
possibility of extension for another three years. The appointment will
be made within the German A13 salary scheme (under the assumption that
the civil service requirements are met), which means that one has the
rights and perks of a civil servant. The starting date is October 1,
2013.
The appointee will be expected (i) to do philosophical research in the
philosophy of physics and to lead a research group in this field, (ii)
to teach five hours a week in philosophy of physics and/or a related
field, and (iii) to take on management tasks. The successful candidate
will have a PhD in philosophy and some teaching experience.
Applications (including a cover letter that addresses, amongst others,
one's academic background and research interests, a CV, a list of
publications, a list of taught courses, a sample of written work of no
more than 5000 words, and a description of a planned research project of
1000-1500 words) should be sent by email (ideally everything requested
in one PDF document) to
sabine.krueger@lrz.uni-muenchen.de
by December 10, 2012. Additionally, two confidential letters of
reference addressing the applicant's qualifications for academic
research should be sent to the same address from the referees directly.
Contact for informal inquiries: Professor Stephan Hartmann (
Stephan.Hartmann@lrz.uni-muenchen.de)
