Lectureship in Philosophy (Epistemology), Cape Town (South Africa)

The Department of Philosophy at the University of Cape Town is seeking to make an appointment at Lecturer level (US equivalent of Assistant Professor). The successful candidate must have a PhD in Philosophy (by the time she or he commences duties). Our priority would be to appoint a candidate with expertise in epistemology but we would be keen to consider excellent candidates with expertise in metaphysics or the philosophy of mind.

The successful candidate will be expected to undertake research and to teach both undergraduate and postgraduate (Honours/Masters) courses, provide supervision for postgraduate (Masters and Doctoral) dissertations, participate in departmental academic activities, and take some administrative responsibility. The usual teaching load is one undergraduate course per semester, one postgraduate course per year in addition to supervision of postgraduate students. It is hoped that the successful candidate for this permanent post will commence duties in July 2014.

Reference number for this position: SR544/13. Closing date for applications: 4 October 2013. For more information, see http://www.uct.ac.za/about/intro/vacancies/external/ or http://www.uct.ac.za/usr/about/intro/vacancies/execacad/2013/.