Assistant Professor tenure stream, Science and Technology Studies - University of Toronto, St. George Campus
Call For Applications
Institution Type: College / University
Position: Assistant Professor
Assistant Professor, Tenure-Stream—Science and Technology Studies
Institute for the History and Philosophy of Science and Technology
Faculty of Arts and Science
University of Toronto
Application Deadline: October 30, 2018
Job Description:
The Institute for the History and Philosophy of Science and Technology (IHPST) at the University of Toronto invites applications for a tenure-stream appointment in the area of Science and Technology Studies (STS) at the rank of Assistant Professor. The appointment will begin on July 1, 2019.
Candidates must hold a PhD in STS, history of science and/or technology, philosophy of science and/or technology, or a closely related discipline by the date of appointment, or shortly thereafter. Research fields of interest include, but are not limited to, the social/humanistic studies of (i) computer, information, or data science and technology; (ii) biomedicine, or biomedical science and technology, including neuroscience; (iii) environmental science and technology, including climate science. Geographical areas of research focus are open.
Candidates must demonstrate excellence in, and commitment to, both research and teaching in science and technology studies, and competencies in STS method and theory. They must demonstrate the ability to engage with and contribute to research and teaching in history or philosophy of science, technology, and/or medicine. Candidates must provide evidence of excellence in research as demonstrated by a record of publications or forthcoming publications in top-ranked journals or other leading venues and presentations at significant conferences in STS, and strong endorsements by referees of high international standing. Publications and/or conference presentations in the history or philosophy of science, technology, and/or medicine will be an asset. The successful candidate will be expected to mount an innovative, competitive and externally funded research program.
The successful candidate must demonstrate teaching excellence through teaching accomplishments, the statement of teaching philosophy and the teaching dossier (including sample course materials and teaching evaluations), and strong letters of reference. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the IHPST’s research-intensive graduate programs and its undergraduate programs in science and society and history and philosophy of science by teaching undergraduate courses on the introduction to STS; graduate courses on STS theory and method; and by developing courses related to the candidate’s own research expertise. In addition, the successful candidate will have the ability to teach some of the Institute’s existing courses, such as Science and Values and the proseminar Introduction to History and Philosophy of Science.
The IHPST is one of a few units at the University of Toronto to forge intellectual and pedagogical connections between the humanities and sciences. We anticipate that the successful candidate will be involved in collaborative initiatives in research and teaching with other cognate departments depending upon their area(s) of expertise.
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
To apply, please click on the link below. Applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement outlining current and future research interests, a statement of teaching philosophy, a sample of academic writing, and a teaching dossier (including sample course materials and teaching evaluations). All application materials should be submitted online by October 30, 2018.
Applicants should also ask three referees to send letters directly to the Institute via e-mail to search.ihpst@utoronto.ca by October 30, 2018. Reference letters should be signed and on letterhead.
Submission guidelines can be found at: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. We recommend combining documents into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format.
If you have questions about this position, please contact search.ihpst@utoronto.ca
The University of Toronto offers the opportunity to teach, conduct research and live in one of the most diverse and cosmopolitan areas in the world. For more information about the Institute, please visit http://hps.utoronto.ca/ .
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP .
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Contact:
Muna Salloum
Business Manager and Executive Assistant to the Director
Institute for the History and Philosophy of Science and Technology
91 Charles St. W., Room 316
Victoria College
University of Toronto
Toronto, Ontario M5S 1K7
Canada
Tel: +1-416-978-5131
Mobile: +1-416-523-4564
Fax: +1-416-978-3003
E-mail: search.ihpst@utoronto.ca
Primary Category: History of Science, Medicine, and Technology
Secondary Categories: None
Posting Date: 08/19/2018
Closing Date 11/17/2018
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