Assistant Professor in Philosophy of Science or Philosophy of AI
The Department of Philosophy at UC Berkeley invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position specializing in the philosophy of science or AI.
Best for:Early-career philosophers with a research focus on science or AI and a strong commitment to teaching and mentorship.
Overview
The Department of Philosophy at the University of California, Berkeley is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor to join their faculty. The successful candidate will focus their research and teaching on the philosophy of science or the philosophy of artificial intelligence. Responsibilities include delivering 3-4 courses annually at both graduate and undergraduate levels, supervising student theses, and contributing to departmental service. The university is committed to supporting faculty with diverse family needs and offers resources for relocation and dual-career support. Applicants are expected to demonstrate excellence in research and a strong commitment to inclusive pedagogy.
What you'll do
- Teach 3-4 graduate and undergraduate courses per academic year.
- Conduct high-quality research in the philosophy of science or philosophy of AI.
- Supervise graduate and undergraduate student theses.
- Participate in departmental service and committee work.
- Develop and implement inclusive curriculum and pedagogical strategies.
- Engage in professional and public service activities.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD or equivalent international degree, or currently enrolled in a PhD program.
Language: English (proficiency required for instruction).
Instruction: English
Publications: Not explicitly specified, but research accomplishments and writing samples are required.
- Demonstrated research excellence in philosophy of science or philosophy of AI.
- Proven ability to teach at the university level.
- Experience or clear plans for student mentorship.
- Commitment to inclusive teaching practices and classroom environments.
- Must hold a PhD or equivalent, or be enrolled in a PhD program at the time of application.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-23 (America/Los_Angeles)
Applications must be submitted through the official university recruitment portal. Candidates should prepare all required documents, including a teaching dossier, research statement, and writing samples, and ensure that 3-6 letters of reference are provided.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Teaching, Mentorship, and Service Dossier
- Research Statement
- Authorization to Release Information Form
- Writing Sample 1
- Writing Sample 2
- Writing Sample 3
- 3-6 letters of reference
Contact
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