Postdoctoral Research Position in Philosophy (AOS Open)

Ibn Haldun University — Department of Philosophy and Artificial Intelligence

Application Deadline: December 1, 2026

Expected Starting Date: February 1, 2027 (negotiable)

The Department of Philosophy and Artificial Intelligence at Ibn Haldun University, Istanbul, Türkiye, invites applications for a postdoctoral research position in philosophy.

Applications from all areas of philosophy are welcome.

We seek a researcher with a strong publication record, an original research agenda, and a commitment to active participation in the department's academic community.

Qualifications

Applicants must:

  • Hold a PhD in philosophy or a closely related field, awarded within the past five years.
  • Not have previously held a regular academic staff appointment at a higher education institution.
  • Have strong written and spoken English proficiency, sufficient for academic research, writing, presentations, and communication.
  • Have published at least two original, peer-reviewed research articles in top-tier international philosophy journals by the application deadline.

Responsibilities

The postdoctoral researcher will be expected to:

  • Pursue an independent research agenda, producing original philosophical research and preparing manuscripts for submission to international peer-reviewed journals.
  • Present ongoing research in departmental seminars and engage in philosophical discussions with faculty and graduate students.
  • Contribute actively to the planning and organization of departmental seminars, workshops, conferences, invited lectures, and other academic events.
  • Participate regularly in the department's academic activities and contribute to its research environment.
  • Be present on campus at least three days per week.

Appointment, Compensation, and Benefits

Contract duration: The initial appointment is for 12 months, with the possibility of renewal for an additional 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance, departmental needs, and university approval. The maximum total appointment period is two years.

Starting date: The anticipated starting date is February 1, 2027, although a different starting date may be negotiated. For international applicants requiring a work permit, the actual starting date will also depend on the completion of the relevant procedures.

Monthly compensation: Approximately USD 1,000 equivalent, paid in Turkish lira, calculated at the exchange rate applicable on the date of the employment offer, in accordance with the university's postdoctoral employment framework.

Teaching compensation: Additional compensation will be provided for courses taught by the postdoctoral researcher, in accordance with the university's applicable teaching payment rates.

Accommodation: Subject to availability, accommodation in the university guesthouse is offered at a 50% discount on the applicable rate.

Research and publication support: The researcher will be eligible for university publication incentives and internal research and project funding opportunities, subject to the relevant university regulations.

Campus facilities and services: The researcher will be provided with campus workspace, an institutional email account, and a university identification card, as well as access to library resources, electronic databases, internet services, university dining and shuttle services, and applicable campus facilities.

International applicants: Applications from outside Türkiye are welcome. The university will coordinate the relevant work permit application procedures for selected international candidates, subject to applicable requirements and approvals.

The appointment will be governed by the university's Postdoctoral Researcher Employment Principles.

Application Materials

Applications must be submitted in English and include:

  1. Curriculum vitae: A current academic CV with a complete publication list.
  2. Cover letter: A letter of no more than one page explaining the applicant's interest in the position.
  3. Research proposal: A proposal of no more than two pages outlining the research question, approach, intended contribution, and a feasible work plan for the appointment period.
  4. Research articles: Copies of two articles meeting the publication requirement, with full bibliographic details.

Applications will be assessed on the philosophical quality of the submitted work, the strength and feasibility of the research proposal, and the applicant's potential contribution to the department's academic community.

How to Apply

Applications must be sent by December 1, 2026, to:

[email protected]

Please use the following email subject line:

Postdoctoral Application in Philosophy — [Applicant Name]

For inquiries about the position, please contact:

Dr. Yavuz Recep Başoğlu, Department of Philosophy and Artificial Intelligence, Ibn Haldun University
[email protected]

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