Postdoctoral position in the Philosophy of Pathocentric Epistemic Injustice at the Department of Philosophy,

BEMÆRK: Ansøgningsfristen er overskredet

The Department of Philosophy & History of Ideas, School of Culture and Society, Faculty of Arts, Aarhus University invites applications for a two-year, fixed-term postdoctoral position in  philosophy.

The position is full-time (37 hours/week) and begins on 01.01.2024 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Place of employment: Aarhus University, Department of Philosophy & History of Ideas, Jens Chr. Skous vej 3-7, 8000 Aarhus C, Denmark.

Aarhus university is keen for its staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified applicants regardless of their personal background.

The position and research context

We are looking for an innovative scholar with a background in philosophy, preferably with a specialisation in philosophy of medicine, philosophy of psychiatry, philosophy of science, social epistemology, or medical ethics.

The position is part of the project “Epistemic Injustice in Diagnosis” (funded as an AUFF Starting Grant), led by Associate Professor Anke Bueter. The project aims to rethink the diagnostic process in medicine as a collaborative epistemic endeavour involving (teams of) professionals as well as patients, rather than being done primarily by individual clinicians, and as embedded in particular social contexts. Such an understanding as shared epistemic process makes diagnosis amenable to analysis via resources from social epistemology. In particular, the project will examine the contribution of epistemic injustice to avoidable diagnostic errors, such as, e.g., diagnostic delays in particular, marginalized groups of patients. At the same time, this application aims to contribute to the conceptual discussions regarding different forms of pathocentric epistemic injustice from an empirically informed perspective, as well as to debates about how to ameliorate such injustices.

The postdoctoral researcher will be working on a sub-project of their own design in the framework of the project. For example, such a project could concentrate on the role of hermeneutical injustice in mental illness, or reflect the increasing use of artificial intelligence in the diagnostic process regarding its effects on epistemic injustices.

The successful applicant is expected to participate in project activities, such as organizing workshops, presenting at international conferences, and closely collaborate with the project leader.

To a limited extent, and as agreed with the PI, the successful applicant might be able to contribute to team-taught courses at BA and MA level in her or his area of expertise.

Qualifications

Applicants are asked to submit a research proposal [maximum 3 pages] that explains their proposed sub-project and details how it aligns with the aim of the overall research project. The document should provide details on the proposed timeline and the expected scientific output of the research.

 In addition, applicants must submit:

• a concise statement of motivation for applying for the position [maximum one page]
• a curriculum vitae
• a list of publications
• a maximum of five publications
• a teaching portfolio.

The successful applicant will be expected to:

• develop their research within the framework provided by the general framework of the project
• present their research at national and international meetings and publish results in peer-reviewed, international scientific journals
• contribute to the organisation of research workshops
• play a collaborative role in the local research group, and participate in the daily working environment at Aarhus University.

Applicants for this position must hold a PhD degree or equal qualifications in philosophy, medicine, or a related field relevant for the position.

Applicants must document:

• expertise in at least one of the philosophical areas of relevance to the project
• an international and relevant research profile
• fluency in written and spoken English.

Ideally, applicants should also be able to document:

• experience in interdisciplinary work
• experience in workshop organisation.

The research activities will be evaluated in relation to the actual research time. We therefore encourage applicants to specify any periods of leave they may have had without research activities (e.g. maternity/paternity leave), so we can subtract these periods from the span of their academic career when evaluating their productivity.

Please upload a maximum of five publications alongside your application.
Only submitted publications will be assessed; a list of publications is not sufficient. As a result, applications without submitted publications will not be assessed.

Professional references or recommendations should not be included. Applicants who are selected for an interview may be asked to provide professional references.

The application must be submitted in English.

For further information about the position, please contact Anke Bueter at abueter@cas.au.dk

For more information about the application, please contact HR supporter Marianne Birn, e-mail mbb@au.dk.

The work environment

The Department of Philosophy and the History of Ideas at Aarhus University is the largest of its type in Denmark and – especially because of the productive tension between the systematic and historical perspectives – the research conducted is characterised by an undogmatic and open-minded worldview. The researchers are thus involved in a variety of interdisciplinary projects both within and outside the Faculty of Arts. Many members share an interest in the philosophy of medicine and healthcare and approach it from different angles (see https://cas.au.dk/en/cphs).

Read more here: https://cas.au.dk/en/about-the-school/departments/philosophy-and-history-of-ideas/

School of Culture and Society

At the School of Culture and Society the object of research and teaching is the interplay between culture and society in time and space:

• From the traditional disciplines of the humanities and theology to applied social research
• From Antiquity to the issues facing contemporary societies
• From local questions to global challenges.

The school’s goal is to produce compelling research with an international resonance, as well as offering teaching and talent development of high quality. The school has a broad cooperative interface with society, both in Denmark and abroad, and contributes to social innovation, research communication and further and continuing education. 


Qualification requirements

Applicants should hold a PhD or equivalent academic qualifications.

Formalities

The Faculty of Arts refers to the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Danish Universities (the Appointment Order).

• Appointments shall be in accordance with the collective labour agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations.
• Further information on qualification requirements and job content may be found in the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Danish Universities.
• Further information on the application and supplementary materials may be found in Application Guidelines.
• The application must outline the applicant's motivation for applying for the position, attaching a curriculum vitae, a teaching portfolio, a complete list of published works, copies of degree certificates and examples of academic production (mandatory, but no more than five examples). Please upload this material electronically along with your application.

Aarhus University also offers a junior researcher development programme targeted at career development for postdocs at AU. You can read more about it here: https://talent.au.dk/junior-researcher-development-programme/

If nothing else is noted, applications must be submitted in English. The application deadline is at 11.59 pm Danish time (same as Central European Time) on the deadline day.

Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants.

Shortlists may be prepared with the candidates that have been selected for a detailed academic assessment. A committee set up by the head of school is responsible for selecting the most qualified candidates. See this link for further information about shortlisting at the Faculty of Arts: shortlisting

Faculty of Arts

The Faculty of Arts is one of five main academic areas at Aarhus University.

The faculty contributes to Aarhus University's research, talent development, knowledge exchange and degree programmes.
With its 550 academic staff members, 240 PhD students, 9,500 BA and MA students, and 1,500 students following continuing/further education programmes, the faculty constitutes a strong and diverse research and teaching environment.

The Faculty of Arts consists of the School of Communication and Culture, the School of Culture and Society and the Danish School of Education. Each of these units has strong academic environments and forms the basis for interdisciplinary research and education.

The faculty's academic environments and degree programmes engage in international collaboration and share the common goal of contributing to the development of knowledge, welfare and culture in interaction with society.
Read more at arts.au.dk/en

The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.


Aarhus University

Aarhus University is an academically diverse and research-intensive university with a strong commitment to high-quality research and education and the development of society nationally and globally. The university offers an inspiring research and teaching environment to its 38,000 students (FTEs) and 8,300 employees, and has an annual revenues of EUR 935 million. Learn more at www.international.au.dk/

INFORMATIONER OM STILLINGEN:

- Arbejdspladsen ligger i:

Aarhus Kommune

-Virksomheden tilbyder:

-Arbejdsgiver:

Aarhus Universitet, Jens Chr. Skous Vej 7, 8000 Aarhus C

-Ansøgning:

Ansøgningsfrist: 11-08-2023; - ansøgningsfristen er overskredet

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