Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitat (LMU)
Full Professorship (W3) of Philosophy of Mind

As one of Europe's leading research universities, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitat (LMU) in Munich is committed to the highest international standards of excellence in research and teaching. Building on its more than 500-year-long tradition, it offers a broad spectrum that covers all areas of knowledge within its 18 Faculties, ranging from the humanities, law, economics and social sciences, to medicine and the natural sciences. The Faculty of Philosophy, Philosophy of Science and Religious Studies invites applications for a Full Professorship (W3) of Philosophy of Mind (Chair) commencing as soon as possible.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: The holder of this position will also be a member of the interfacultative Munich Center for Neurosciences - Brain and Mind (MCN). Applicants should possess an original profile with a focus in the field of Philosophy of Mind. Apart from representing the field of Philosophy of Mind, the appointed person is expected to (i) play a substantial role in shaping the philosophical component of the interdisciplinary cluster "Brain and Mind" at the MCN; (ii) engage actively in teaching and research to an adequate degree both within the Faculty of Philosophy and the Graduate School of Systemic Neurosciences (GSN-LMU) directed by the MCN.

Prerequisites for this position are a university and a doctoral degree, teaching skills at university level, excellent academic achievements and a productive and promising research program.

LMU Munich makes a point of providing newly appointed professors with various types of support, such as welcoming services and assistance for dual career couples.

LMU Munich is an equal opportunity employer. The University continues to be very successful in increasing the number of female faculty members and strongly encourages applications from female candidates. LMU Munich intends to enhance the diversity of its faculty members. Furthermore, disabled candidates with essentially equal qualifications will be given preference.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please submit your application with the usual documents (CV, reports, certificates, list of publications; publications upon request only) to:

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitat Munchen
Fakultat fur Philosophie
Wissenschaftstheorie und Religionswissenschaft
Dekanat, Geschwister-Scholl-Platz 1
80539 Munchen, Germany

no later than February 18, 2013.