The Department of Philosophy at the University of New Mexico is pleased to invite applications for a full-time, tenure-stream position in Continental Philosophy and Analytic Ethics at the rank of Assistant Professor. The anticipated start date is August 9, 2027. AOS: Continental Philosophy; AOC: Open, but must include Analytic Ethics. Customary undergraduate and graduate teaching duties, including thesis supervision, and non-teaching duties in Philosophy.

We are seeking an outstanding scholar who combines a research specialization in Continental Philosophy with the ability to teach Analytic Ethics; who is able to teach courses that contribute to the Department’s undergraduate major programs as well as its graduate curriculum; who will enjoy working in a philosophically pluralistic department; and who has a demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as to working with broadly diverse communities.

Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with rank and experience. For best consideration, please apply by 15, April, 2026. Only applications that include all of the materials described below under “Special Instructions to Applicants” will be considered complete. Position will remain open until filled. Applicants who are appointed to a UNM continuing position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

For further information about the UNM Department of Philosophy, please visit our website (http://philosophy.unm.edu), call 505.277.2405, or email our Department Administrator, Michelle Gallegos, at [email protected]. 

UNM is the premier research
university in New Mexico, and is a Carnegie Highest Research Activity
Institution and a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution. New
Mexico is a majority minority state and UNM’s student population is among the
most diverse in the country. Our campus is located in the heart of
Albuquerque, which has cultural, outdoor and recreational opportunities for
everyone.  UNM is located on the traditional homelands of the Pueblo of
Sandia.  The original peoples of New Mexico – Pueblo, Navajo, and Apache –
and their connection to this land remains significant.  Learn more about
our city, our welcoming campus, and research opportunities at http://advance.unm.edu/why-abq/ and  https://advance.unm.edu/why-unm/.

Minimum Qualifications:
—Ph.D. in philosophy or
related field by date of appointment
—Continental Philosophy as an
area of research specialization
—Analytic Ethics as an area
of research competence

Preferred Qualifications:
 —Potential for producing a strong record of
publications in Continental Philosophy
—Evidence of teaching
excellence in courses taught in a university or college setting
—Ability to teach courses
that contribute to the Department’s undergraduate major programs as well as its
graduate curriculum
—Ability to work effectively
with students and colleagues as well as ability to work effectively in a
philosophically pluralistic department

—A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities.  

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Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.