Postdoctoral Fellow in Philosophy of Contemporary & Future Science
Collaborative research position at Lingnan University’s Department of Philosophy to explore interdisciplinary intersections of philosophy and natural sciences.
Best for:Best for philosophers with expertise in philosophy of science, AI, or natural sciences who seek interdisciplinary collaboration and a supportive academic environment.
Overview
This postdoctoral fellowship at Lingnan University’s Department of Philosophy focuses on the philosophy of contemporary and future science, particularly in areas like AI, philosophy of biology, chemistry, and physics. The role involves collaborative research with scientists, publishing in leading journals, securing grants, organizing academic events, teaching, and managing project communications. The position is part of a Senior Research Fellowship led by Professor Darrell Rowbottom, running from 2022 to 2027, and offers a dynamic environment for interdisciplinary work in Hong Kong. Applicants should have a strong research background in philosophy of science or related fields and a clear vision for contributing to the project’s goals.
What you'll do
- Conduct collaborative research with scientists, integrating philosophical perspectives into scientific projects.
- Author and co-author high-impact journal articles on philosophy of science and related topics.
- Develop and submit grant proposals to secure additional funding for research activities.
- Organize and facilitate seminars, reading groups, workshops, and other academic events.
- Teach undergraduate or postgraduate courses in philosophy, with a teaching load of one or two courses per year.
- Engage in public outreach activities, including lectures for general audiences.
- Manage and update the project website to disseminate research findings and activities.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Philosophy or a related discipline (e.g., Philosophy of Science, AI, or Natural Sciences).
Language: English; proficiency required for teaching and research.
Instruction: English
Publications: Publication record in leading journals in philosophy or related fields.
- Specialization in Philosophy of Science, Formal Epistemology, AI, or Philosophy of Biology/Chemistry/Physics.
- Strong research record in philosophy of science or related interdisciplinary fields.
- Experience in collaborative research with scientists.
- Ability to publish in leading academic journals.
- Familiarity with grant writing and securing research funding.
- Proficiency in English for teaching and research purposes.
- No specific nationality or residency restrictions mentioned.
- Open to candidates with excellent research records and a clear vision for project contribution.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-28 · open until filled
Applicants must submit their application online through the university’s careers portal. The application process is open until the positions are filled, so early submission is encouraged. Informal inquiries can be directed to Professor Darrell Rowbottom via email.
- CV
- Cover letter detailing research interests and how they align with the project
- Research statement or proposal
- List of publications
- Two academic reference letters
Contact
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