Hong Kong Job Openings

Hong Kong University

Post-doctoral Fellow in Philosophy

FULL TIME

September 18, 2024

Ref.: 530038
Work type: Full-time
Department: School of Humanities (05200)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow
Hong Kong

The School of Humanities invites qualified individuals to apply for the position of Post-doctoral Fellow in Philosophy (Ref.: 530038), to commence August 2025. The initial appointment will be for two years, with the potential for extension for an additional year.
Applicants should have completed a Ph.D. degree in philosophy by the time of appointment. The position is open to all areas of specialization within value theory very broadly construed (to include ethics, political philosophy, social philosophy, aesthetics, and other cognate areas).
This appointment will be affiliated with the Hong Kong Ethics Lab: https://www.hkethicslab.com. The post-doctoral fellow is expected to participate actively in the work of the Hong Kong Ethics Lab. Applicants should submit project proposals (max 5 pages) that fall within the research centre’s broad remit to drive academic research and public engagement on pressing issues of ethical concern. Information about HKU's Philosophy department can be found at https://philosophy.hku.hk/dept. Enquiries about the duties of the post can be directed to Nathaniel Sharadin (sharadin@hku.hk).
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. Post-doctoral fellows will have access to a generous research budget intended to support their ongoing professional development.
The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V., a writing sample of scholarly work, and a project proposal on the philosophy of AI (not exceeding five pages). Shortlisted applicants will be requested to arrange for two references. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until December 31, 2024, or until the position is filled, whichever is earlier.
The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

Advertised:Sep 19, 2024 (HK Time)
Applications close:Dec 31, 2024 (HK Time)

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