Jellema Chair in Christian Philosophy
Pending administrative approval, the Philosophy department of Calvin College is seeking to fill a possible three-year appointment, beginning September 2010, with the possibility of continuation, to fill the William Harry Jellema Chair in Christian Philosophy.
Qualifications
The holder of the chair will be a scholar and teacher of considerable philosophical distinction whose record of publications constitute, or strongly promise, a substantial contribution to Christian philosophy. Areas of specialization might include positive and negative apologetics, philosophical theology, issues of metaphysics and epistemology in relation to Christian faith, and Christian theories of culture, politics, and morality. The holder of the chair will be someone who has also demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching. The holder of the chair will teach three to four undergraduate courses per year.
About Calvin
Calvin College is a comprehensive liberal arts college in the Reformed tradition of historic Christianity. Applicants should express their understanding of and serious commitment to this tradition in the letter of application. For further information about Calvin College, its tradition, and faculty requirements, please visit the college's website. More information about the mission of the college may be found here.
Calvin College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
About the Department
For more information about Calvin's Philosophy department and its faculty, students, or curriculum, please visit the department's website.
Timeline
The committee will begin reviewing applications December 11, 2009.
Application Process
Send letter of application, CV, writing sample, three letters of reference, and evidence of undergraduate teaching effectiveness to:
Dr. Gregory Mellema, Chair of Search Committee
Department of Philosophy
3201 Burton SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. EEOE. Nominations are also welcome.
