Department Chair

Our department embodies an inter-traditional approach to philosophy; we engage in work within and between philosophical traditions, aiming to build a philosophical culture in which sub-disciplinary boundaries are less important than the resources traditions provide for addressing concrete practices and problems. We strongly value work that advances the university;s commitment to community engagement and our college's values of ethical commitment and community focus, from the local to the global.

The College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences focuses on student-centered teaching, innovative research and community collaborations that prepare our graduates to help solve the pressing problems of our world today. Our supportive faculty and staff strive to engage with students to gain real-world experience, explore their unique goals and thrive.

UNC Charlotte is a rapidly growing doctoral-granting urban research university located in the largest metropolitan area between Washington DC and Atlanta. The University is a Carnegie Foundation Community Engagement campus. Over 31,000 culturaly diverse students are enrolled at the University. As the largest college at UNC Charlotte, the College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences houses 17 departments in the humanities, social and behavioral sciences, natural sciences and military sciences, as well as 25 applied research centers and interdisciplinary programs. It offers 4 doctoral degrees, 16 master's degrees, 17 graduate certificated, 46 undergraduate degree options, 45+ undergraduate minors, and 15 honors programs.

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte invites applications from and nominations of tenured faculty members for the position of Chair of the Department of Philosophy. This twelve-month, senior-level appointment begins July 1, 2026. Salary is competitive. The Department of Philosophy offers a major and minor, a Graduate Certificate in Applied Ethics, and an M.A. in Ethics and Applied Philosophy with an optional Concentration in Research and Data Ethics. The department has connections to other units across the university, both at the graduate and undergraduate levels, and is closely affiliated with UNC Charlotte's Center for Professional and Applied Ethics (hhtps://ethics.charlotte.edu/). Successful candidates will demonstrate capability in fulfilling the responsibilities of the Chair as outlined in the Department of Philosophy bylaws.

Required Qualifications: Tenured rank at UNC Charlotte; a PHD in Philosophy or related field from an accredited institution; an exemplary record of publication, teaching, and service in the field of philosophy, appropriate to rank; and capability of strong leadership in undergraduate/graduate education and in research, including the ability to facilitate faculty efforts at seeking external grant support. The candidate should also demonstrate a commitment to the engagement and success of the Department's students, staff, and faculty.

Desired Qualifications: Previous administrative experience; the ability to work with interdisciplinary programs and centers; potential as a strong advocate for the department at the College and University levels; experience mentoring faculty and graduate students; and a commitment to advancing the University's outreach mission.

Candidates must apply online at http://jobs.uncc.edu , position #005820. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter describing how they meet the required qualifications listed above, including administrative experience and approach to leadership, scholarship, and teaching; CV; and the names and contact information of three references. Screening of applications will begin December 17, 2025. For more information, please contact the chair of the search committee, Gordon Hull, at ghull@charlotte.edu .

The university of North Carolina at Charlotte is committed to equality of educational and employment opportunity and does not discriminate against applications, students, or employees based on any protected status.

The candidate chose for this position will be required to provide an official transcript of their highest earned degree and submit to a criminal background check.

This recruitment is for UNC Charlotte employees only.