Open Rank Faculty Position in Philosophy

at Georgetown University in Qatar, Al-Rayyan, Qatar
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Contract

Full Time, Permanent

Closing date

16 November 2026

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The advert

Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q) invites applications for one (1) open-rank core faculty position in Philosophy. The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. in philosophy, or a closely related field, and will have a research focus in one or more of the following areas: non-Western philosophy (especially Islamic and Arabic philosophy, African/Africana philosophy, Asian philosophy), Continental philosophy, philosophy of science (broadly construed), philosophy of social science, or applied ethics. They will contribute to the foundational and upper-level offerings of the Culture and Politics (CULP) major and to the BSFS core curriculum and must be able to teach a course in Political and Social Thought. Qualifications The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. in philosophy, or a closely related field in the humanities or social sciences. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching competence in political philosophy. Scholarly expertise in areas that complement the Culture and Politics curriculum is desirable. We particularly seek scholars with dynamic and innovative research trajectories. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in research as well as teaching. Academic Environment and Faculty Support Faculty typically teach two courses (or 6 credit hours) per semester (a 2-2 load), supported by best-in-class instructional infrastructure. To advance faculty scholarship and professional development, GU-Q provides: Access to GU-Q faculty research funds. Eligibility for funding through the Qatar Research, Development, and Innovation Council (QRDI). Eligibility to apply for a summer research supplement equivalent to 2/9 of base salary. Generous conference travel funding and professional development resources. Compensation and Benefits GU-Q offers a highly competitive compensation package by U.S. academic standards, along with an exceptional expatriate benefits package that includes: Fully furnished, high-quality housing. Transportation allowance. Annual family home leave. Worldwide health insurance coverage. Private school tuition support for accompanying children. Additional relocation and onboarding assistance. About Georgetown University in Qatar GU-Q was established in 2005 alongside other elite international universities in Education City, in partnership with Qatar Foundation. GU-Q is an integral part of Georgetown University, delivering the renowned School of Foreign Service’s Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service (BSFS) degree. Ranked first in the world in international relations by Foreign Policy magazine, this liberal arts program offers majors in International Politics, International History, Culture and Politics, International Economics, and Science, Technology, and International Affairs. The degree is awarded by Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. Life in Qatar Qatar offers a diverse, family-friendly living environment, with the cultural, educational, and recreational resources of a major global city. Public pa

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