Lecturer in Philosophy (m/f/d)

Constructor University (formerly Jacobs University) is a private, state-accredited, English-language university in Bremen. We offer Bachelor, Master, and PhD programs in three schools: School of Science, School of Computer Science and Engineering, and School of Business, Social and Decision Sciences. Our principles are first-class teaching and research, international diversity, and transdisciplinary cooperation. According to the 2024 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, Constructor University is among the top 25 percent out of more than 1.900 universities worldwide and is ranked as the second most international university in the world. As an international university, we attract highly talented and open-minded students from all over the world. Currently, over 1.800 students from 110 nations live and study on our residential campus.

Constructor University invites applications from interested candidates for the following positions, to be filled ideally in Fall 2024:

Lecturer in Philosophy (m/f/d)

(Full-time 38,5 hours/week, initially limited for 36 months)

Your responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be responsible for, teaching 6 courses per academic year in the field of Philosophy such as, Logic, Causation and Correlation, and Philosophy of Science. Furthermore, they will support the management of the transdisciplinary section of the Constructor Track focusing on New Skills. Additionally, they will be responsible for mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.

Your qualifications:

• PhD in Philosophy
• Thorough skills and teaching experience in the above-mentioned fields
• Responsible, self-motivated, able to work independently, teamwork ability, cross-/inter-cultural competences
• Fluent in English, the language of instruction and communication on campus

What you can expect at Constructor University:

Constructor University unequivocally guarantees the academic freedom of every member of the faculty, as well as every other member of the Constructor University community. We encourage diversity in the University in ethnic, cultural, social, religious, political, and national backgrounds, as well as in individual lifestyle. Constructor University offers full equality of opportunity to all qualified applicants and is an equal opportunity employer.

Constructor University consistently achieves top results in national and international university rankings.

In the CHE Ranking, the most comprehensive and detailed ranking of the German-speaking higher education landscape, Constructor University has achieved top placements every year since its first participation in 2005.

• The result counts: trust working hours for work-life balance
• Possibility to work remotely
• Individual on-boarding, career- and development planning
• Company fitness program offers with EGYM Well Pass (former Qualitrain)
• Green campus with recreation areas, take the tour: https://info.constructor.university/campustour/
• Constructor University has extensive programs on sustainability and environmental sustainability

Your application: 

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Prof. Arvid Kappas via Mail (akappas@constructor.university) or send an e-mail to job-application@constructor.university.

Apply today - it's simple and uncomplicated. We look forward to getting to know you.

Please upload your documents in a single PDF document, including a letter of motivation stating your field of expertise with regard to one of the four fields named above, curriculum vitae, teaching portfolio and publication record, copies of certificates and diplomas, certification of English proficiency (optional), and the names and addresses of two referees in our application management system.

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The deadline for submission of applications is 09.02.2024 (EOB).

The review of applications will begin immediately. Please note that only applications submitted through the official application portal will be considered for recognition.

About Constructor University:

Constructor University (formerly Jacobs University Bremen gGmbH) is a private, state-accredited, English-language research university in Bremen. We are offering PreDegree, Bachelor, Master or PhD programs in three schools: School of Science, School of Computer Science & Engineering, School of Business, Social & Decision Sciences and are involved in the professional development of specialists and managers and in the transfer of knowledge. Our principles are first class research and teaching, international diversity and transdisciplinary cooperation. As an international university we attract highly talented and open-minded students from all over the world. Currently, more than 1,800 students from over 110 nations live and study on our residential campus.