Lecturer in Philosophy

The Department of Philosophy is looking for a candidate/ two candidates to teach in the Bachelor and Master Philosophy , due to temporary replacement of permanent faculty staffmember who has maternity leave and a staffmember with obligations elsewhere in the second semester of the academic year 22/23 (Feb-July 2023). Therefore the contract is based on the replacement period of six months and the hours per week are depending on the combination of courses to be agreed upon. The ideal candidate has expertise in Metaphysics, Feminist Philosophy and/or Practical Philosophy.

What are you going to do?

You will provide inspiring lectures and seminars for the following courses.

• Metaphysics (bachelor, 12 EC, second semester, starting from 1 February 2023)
• Feminism and Philosophy (bachelor, 6 EC, second semester, starting from 1 April 2023)
• Ethics and the good life (bachelor, 6 EC, second semester, starting from 1 February 2023)
• Fixing Frankenstein, Normative questions in Technology of Philosophy (Master, 6 EC, starting from 1 February 2023)

Your teaching duties can also include supervising bachelor theses under supervision of more senior staff.  

Tasks and responsibilities

• Teaching onsite specific courses within the bachelor/master Philosophy, in cooperation with the permanent members of the capacity groups ‘Philosophical Tradition in Context’ and ‘Philosophy and Public Affairs” due to temporary replacement. The position is fixed-term without renewal prospects.
• Supervising bachelor theses for “Ethics and the good life” together with a Dutch colleague is a possibility.
• Lecturers appointed at level D4 may get 20% extra hours for professional development (to depend on the prior level of experience). Experienced lecturers will receive 15% extra hours.   

Your experience and profile

• Master and preferably PhD in Philosophy;
• experience with teaching in Bachelor and Master programmes at an academic level, specifically in Practical Philosophy, Feminist Philosophy, and/or Metaphysics;
• experience with digital and audiovisual equipment;
• affinity with IT in academic education;
• team spirit and a willingness to participate in activities of the department;
• willing and able to cooperate in multidisciplinary projects;
• good command of English and preferably Dutch.
• The Dutch University Teaching Qualification, or willingness to acquire this.

What can we offer you?

We offer a temporary employment contract for the second semester for the duration of 6 months. The employment contract is between 11,3 and 30 hours a week, depending on the combination of courses we agree upon. Preferred starting date is 1 February 2023.

The gross monthly salary, based on 38 hours per week and relevant experience, ranges between  €2,960 – €4,670 based on a fulltime contract. This sum does not include the 8% holiday allowance and the 8,3% year-end allowance. A favourable tax agreement, the ‘30% ruling’, may apply to non-Dutch applicants. The Collective Labour Agreement of Dutch Universities is applicable.

What else do we offer?

• an enthusiastic, inspiring and professional academic team;
• the opportunity to collaborate with leading researchers at world renowned research institutes with an interdisciplinary approach.

About us

The University of Amsterdam is the Netherlands’ largest university, offering a wide range of academic programmes. At the UvA, 30,000 students, 6,000 staff members and 3,000 PhD candidates study and work in a diverse range of fields, connected by a culture of curiosity.

The Faculty of Humanities provides education and conducts research with a strong international profile in a large number of disciplines in the field of language and culture. Located in the heart of Amsterdam, the faculty maintains close ties with many cultural institutes in the capital city. Research and teaching staff focus on interdisciplinary collaboration and are active in several teaching programmes.

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Job application

If you feel the profile fits you, and you are interested in the job, we look forward to receiving your covering letter and CV. Please specify which of the courses you are interested in and able to teach. You can apply online via the link below. The deadline for applying for this vacancy is 27 October 2022.

Applications should include the following information (submitted in one .pdf ):

• a letter of motivation;
• a detailed CV;

Only complete applications received by the deadline via the link below will be considered.

The interviews will be held in the course of October/November 2022.

The UvA is an equal-opportunity employer. We prioritize diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. We value a spirit of enquiry and perseverance, provide the space to keep asking questions, and promote a culture of curiosity and creativity.

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