Assistant Professor

Assistant Professor

Job Overview

The Department of Philosophy in the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Cincinnati invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin in August 2027 with an Area of Specialization (AOS) in Ancient Philosophy and with an Area of Competence (AOC) in Comparative or Non-Western Philosophy or Ethics. The standard teaching load is 2-2.

Essential Functions

• Teach courses in Philosophy, including introductory general education courses, upper-level undergraduate courses that serve the Philosophy BA program, and graduate seminars that serve the Philosophy PhD program.
• Conduct and publish research in Philosophy in their AOS.
• Advise graduate students and supervise Teaching Assistants.
• Contribute service or committee work to the department (such as the Undergraduate or Graduate Studies Committee), college (such as grant or award review committees), and profession (such as peer review for journals or service in professional associations).

Minimum Requirements

Prior to effective date of appointment, all of the following:

• A PhD in Philosophy or a closely related discipline
• An Area of Specialization (AOS) in Ancient Philosophy
• An Area of Competence (AOC) in Comparative or Non-Western Philosophy or Ethics
• One semester of teaching experience at the college or university level, either as instructor or teaching assistant.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

• Comprehensive Tuition Remission UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
• Robust Retirement Plans As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.
• Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
• Vacation and sick time
• 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
• 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
• Additional Benefits Include:
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

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