The Department of Philosophy at the University of Salzburg seeks to appoint a PostDoctoral Researcher in Theoretical Philosophy for a period of five years, starting on October 1, 2026. The successful candidate will work with Prof. Philip Ebert and will be able to pursue their own research projects within theoretical philosophy (broadly construed).
Responsibilities include:
- Pursue independent research and teaching in theoretical philosophy
- Support the research and teaching activities of the organisational unit, including assistance with external funding applications, the organisation of workshops, the delivery of research presentations, and regular participation in research meetings
- Independently carry out teaching duties (4 hours per week per semester)
- Contribute to administrative and organisational tasks within the organisational unit.
Requirements are:
- Ph.D. in Philosophy, awarded before 1 October 2026
- A demonstrated record of high-quality research in theoretical philosophy (e.g., publications in reputable international journals), commensurate with career stage
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
Desired Qualification include:
- Willingness to engage in interdisciplinary/applied research
- Experience working collaboratively in a research team
- Experience with administrative and project-management tasks
- Experience with outreach or public engagement activities
- German language skills or willingness to learn German
Deadline for submission is 18 February 2026. Applications should be submitted as a singled pdf and include:
- Cover letter (max. 2 pages, addressing how the applicants meets the relevant criteria)
- CV
- Research proposal (max. 2 pages)
- Names of referees (max. 3)
- Sample papers (max. 3 full papers)
- PhD certificate
For further information about the position and details about how to submit your application, please visit:
https://karriere.plus.ac.at/en/jobs/b1a3064e-6dda-f5ab-05bf-69033c163a29