Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul – UFRGS (BRAZIL)

POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW/RESEARCHER

The Department of Philosophy of the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul invites applications for one (01) position as Postdoctoral Fellow Researcher in Philosophy, areas of specialization and concentration open, starting on March 01, 2016, pending administrative approval.

This is a one-year appointment possibly renewable for a second year.

Responsibilities include teaching one undergraduate or graduate course on a topic related to the researcher's area of interest, leaving the other semester free to pursue research (which may include organizing seminars with students). The course may be taught in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. It lasts one semester, but can be offered in a concentrated period of the semester according to the University rules.

The current monthly value of postdoctoral scholarships amounts to 4.100 reais (Brazilian currency).

Qualifications

Applicants must have completed the requirements for the Ph.D. by January 01, 2016 or before, and have no more than a 10 years PhD degree.

Those who are not Brazilians should prove home address. They cannot be employed by another institution during the period of their appointment at UFRGS, nor be retired.

How to Apply

Candidates should send email to apply to pnpd-filosofia@ufrgs.br with "Application for postdoc position" in the subject, with the following attachments:

01) a current curriculum vitae;

02) contact information of two referees who will be asked to comment specifically on the applicant's qualification;

03) a research proposal (not to exceed 1,500 words), describing the project to be carried out; and

04) a sample of academic writing.

Deadline

Completed applications must be received by November 01, 2015, to ensure full consideration. An interview via Skype in English, Spanish or Portuguese will be scheduled with short-listed candidates.

About UFRGS

Located in Porto Alegre, the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) is one of the five largest and most qualified universities in Brazil and is acknowledged as one of the most important higher education institutions in Latin America. Ranked among the top philosophy departments in Brazil for research and teaching, the Department of Philosophy offers a wide range of courses in the main areas of philosophy.

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