Job description
Join the Beacon Institute for Humanities & Ethics in Cambridge, MA as a full time philosophy research fellow. We seek a dedicated scholar who will contribute to ethics, epistemology, and philosophy of mind while shaping the next generation of thinkers. This role combines rigorous research with dynamic teaching in an inclusive, interdisciplinary environment.
At Beacon, you will collaborate with faculty across departments, publish in top journals, and participate in public philosophy initiatives that engage diverse audiences.
Responsibility
- Develop and teach undergraduate philosophy courses, with emphasis on ethics, epistemology, and philosophy of mind.
- Lead and contribute to high quality research projects and publish in peer reviewed journals.
- Mentor graduate and undergraduate students, guiding theses and research projects.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on grant funded projects and grant writing.
- Contribute to curriculum development, assessment, and program review.
- Present findings at campus seminars and international conferences.
- Engage with public philosophy initiatives to broaden access to philosophical ideas.
Qualification
- PhD in Philosophy or closely related field by start date.
- Evidence of excellence in teaching and curriculum development.
- Strong publication record or clearly defined research trajectory in ethics, epistemology, or philosophy of mind.
- Ability to design and teach core and elective philosophy courses.
- Experience securing research funding or contributing to grant proposals.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and mentorship skills.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in teaching and research.
- Strong time management and organizational skills with proven ability to work independently and in teams.