About the Position
The University of Chicago’s McKeon Center invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher (Instructor rank) specialising in the pedagogy and philosophical method of Richard P. McKeon. This is a three-year, full-time, non-renewable and non-tenure track role that combines original research with teaching responsibilities. Supervised by Professor Joel Isaac, the postdoc will lead archival research in the Richard McKeon papers, develop a comprehensive pedagogical guide, and design undergraduate courses that bring McKeon’s pluralist method into the classroom. Based in Illinois, USA, this role offers a unique opportunity to advance scholarship in the history of ideas, philosophy, and liberal arts pedagogy while contributing to the Center’s mission of reanimating McKeon’s intellectual legacy.
Position Details
- Position: Postdoctoral Researcher (Instructor rank)
- Institution: The University of Chicago
- Department: McKeon Center
- Research Field: Philosophy, Liberal Arts Pedagogy, History of Ideas
- Location: Illinois, United States
- Number of Posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Postdoctoral, Non-tenure track
- Start Date (Anticipated): 2025
- Working Hours: Full-time
- Salary Range: Benefits eligible (see Benefits Guide)
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD
Research Area
- Richard P. McKeon’s method of inquiry
- Liberal arts pedagogy and philosophy
- History of ideas and systems of knowledge
- Text-based teaching methodologies
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in a relevant discipline (completed at least 1 year before appointment)
- Strong research, writing, and teaching skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with archival research
- Background in philosophy, history of ideas, or liberal arts teaching
- Interest in interdisciplinary and text-based pedagogy
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct original research in the Richard McKeon archive at the Regenstein Library
- Develop a pedagogical guide informed by McKeon’s method
- Design and teach two undergraduate courses per year
- Contribute to the Center’s mission through events, conferences, or seminars
Application Process
How to Apply: Submit applications through the Interfolio platform.
Required Documents:
- CV
- Cover letter
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- Writing sample(s)
- Contact details for references
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 16 September 2025
- Deadline: 16 October 2025
- Interview Date: To be announced
Useful Links
- Institution Website: The University of Chicago
- Official Notification Link: Click here
- Apply Now: Apply via Interfolio
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