Job Location: Israel
Job Title: Position in the School of Philosophy, Linguistics, and Science Studies
Job Rank: Rank Open

Specialty Areas: General Linguistics

Other Specialties: Philosophy / History and Philosophy of Science and Ideas

Description:

The School of Philosophy, Linguistics and Science Studies at Tel-Aviv University invites applications for an open-rank, tenure-track position beginning March or October 2026.
We seek candidates with a record of excellence in research and teaching in one or more of the following areas:

- Philosophy
- Linguistics
- History and Philosophy of Science and Ideas

Applicants with demonstrated expertise spanning more than one of these disciplines are especially encouraged to apply.

Job Description and Requirements:

The School places the highest value on academic excellence, intellectual breadth, and teaching versatility. The successful candidate will be expected to:

- Conduct original, high-quality research and publish in leading venues.
- Teach required and elective courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Supervise M.A. and Ph.D. students.
- Contribute actively to the academic life of the School and its administrative duties.
- Apply for competitive research funding.
- Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The principal language of instruction is Hebrew, but some courses are taught in English. Candidates who do not speak Hebrew will be expected to acquire the ability to teach in Hebrew within two years of their appointment.
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. by the start of employment. Salary and employment conditions will conform to Tel Aviv University regulations. The appointment procedure will be carried out according to the rules and regulations of Tel-Aviv University authorities and is subject to the approval of the University authorities.

Application Deadline: 01-Sep-2025
Email Address for Applications: [email protected]
Application Instructions:
Applications should include:

- Cover letter describing your academic trajectory and fit for the position (max. 2 pages)
- Curriculum vitae
- List of publications
- Up to three samples of published work
- Brief description of planned research (max. 1 page)
- Three sample course syllabi
- Names and contact information of at least three senior scholars who have agreed to provide letters of reference

Please send all application materials by September 1, 2025, to:
Prof. Roni Katzir
Head, School of Philosophy, Linguistics, and Science Studies
[email protected]

Candidates who proceed to the second stage of evaluation will be asked to have three reference letters sent directly from the senior scholars to the above address.
The position is open to all candidates. The appointment will be based on the candidate’s qualifications and the needs of the School. The School of Philosophy, Linguistics, and Science Studies, the Faculty of Humanities, and Tel Aviv University are not obligated to appoint any of the candidates who apply for this position.
The Faculty of Humanities at Tel Aviv University is interested in increasing diversity, broadly defined, and in recruiting new faculty members representing a diverse multicultural society.

For questions about the position, please contact Prof. Roni Katzir at the email above.
Contact Information:
Roni Katzir
Email: [email protected]