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Oakland University, Rochester, MI. Assistant professor (tenure track).

Oakland University seeks to make a joint appointment in Philosophy and Women & Gender Studies, beginning Fall 2012. 3/2 teaching load (5 semester courses/year). Two courses/year in the Women & Gender Studies Program. Three courses/year in the Philosophy Department. AOS: Feminist Bioethics, broadly conceived. AOC: Feminist Theory and/or Methods, Ethical Theory, and Applied Ethics. A successful candidate for this position would be appointed to a tenure track position in Philosophy and have a research specialty in bioethics broadly conceived (which may cover environmental as well as clinical issues), with a focus on feminist bioethics. Ph.D. or equivalent required by the time of appointment (8/15/12). A Ph.D. in Philosophy is strongly preferred but other similar credentials will be considered. Competitive salary and benefits. Submit cover letter, CV, writing sample, and evidence of excellence in teaching at https://academicjobs.oakland.edu/. Online submission of transcripts, sample syllabi, teaching statement, and research plan are optional. Three confidential letters of recommendation should be submitted by designated referees to Mark Rigstad, Chair of Philosophy, via email to rigstad@oakland.edu (preferred submission method) or by mail to the following address: Oakland University, ?Department of Philosophy, ?Attn: Mark Rigstad, 346 O’Dowd Hall,? Rochester, MI 48309. Deadline: December 5. Initial interviews via Skype. Oakland University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.

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THE APT CONFERENCE 2010 – PROPOSAL GUIDELINES

Reed College, Portland, Oregon, October 21-23, 2010; Proposals Due February 20, 2010

The Association for Political Theory welcomes paper proposals, panel proposals, and proposals for roundtable discussions from all approaches and on all topics in political theory, political philosophy, and the history of political thought. Faculty, advanced PhD candidates, and independent scholars are eligible to apply. We also encourage faculty to volunteer to serve as chairs and/or discussants.

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