Peking University Recruitment 2026: Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track Associate Professor, Tenured Associate Professor and Professor

Peking University Recruitment 2026: Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track Associate Professor, Tenured Associate Professor and Professor

The Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, Peking University, invites applications for full-time faculty positions at the ranks of Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track Associate Professor, Tenured Associate Professor, and Professor. The department seeks outstanding scholars committed to excellence in research, teaching, and interdisciplinary engagement in philosophy and religious studies.

Established in 1912, the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies is one of China's oldest and most distinguished centres for philosophical inquiry and religious studies, with a strong international reputation for academic excellence.

Position Overview

About the Department

Founded in 1912, the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies at Peking University marked the beginning of philosophy as an academic discipline in modern China. In 1995, the University established China's first faculty dedicated to religious studies, administered jointly with the Faculty of Philosophy.

The Department has made significant contributions across various disciplines, including:

• Chinese Philosophy

• Foreign Philosophy

• Marxist Philosophy

• Religious Studies

• Ethics

• Aesthetics

• Logic

• Philosophy of Science

The Department also actively promotes interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration through more than ten affiliated research bodies, including:

• Center for Philosophy and the Future of Humanity

• Peking University Berggruen Institute Research Center

• Multiple interdisciplinary academic programmes and research initiatives

Academic Environment

The Department offers a rich and internationally oriented academic ecosystem that emphasizes:

• Critical thinking and intellectual inquiry

• Close reading and interpretation of philosophical texts

• Interdisciplinary research perspectives and methodologies

• Independent scholarship and innovative research

• Global engagement and international academic collaborations

Its undergraduate and graduate programmes are designed to nurture scholars capable of contributing meaningfully to contemporary philosophical and humanities research.

Key Responsibilities

Selected faculty members will be expected to:

• Conduct high-quality and impactful research in philosophy, religious studies, and related disciplines.

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

• Supervise and mentor graduate students and research scholars.

• Publish scholarly work in internationally reputed academic journals and publications.

• Participate in curriculum development and academic administration.

• Engage in interdisciplinary research initiatives and international collaborations.

• Contribute to the Department's academic leadership and institutional development.

Areas of Specialization

Applications are invited from scholars working in areas including, but not limited to:

• Chinese Philosophy

• Western and Comparative Philosophy

• Religious Studies

• Ethics and Moral Philosophy

• Aesthetics

• Logic and Analytical Philosophy

• Philosophy of Science

• Political Philosophy

• Interdisciplinary Humanities Research

• Philosophy and Future Studies

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates should possess:

Assistant Professor

• A Ph.D. in Philosophy, Religious Studies, or a related discipline.

• Demonstrated research potential and promise in teaching.

Tenure-Track Associate Professor

• Strong publication record and evidence of academic excellence.

• Proven teaching effectiveness and research achievements.

Tenured Associate Professor and Professor

• Internationally recognized research profile.

• Significant scholarly contributions and publications.

• Demonstrated academic leadership and mentoring experience.

Why Join Peking University?

Faculty members at Peking University benefit from:

• Association with one of Asia's most prestigious research universities.

• A vibrant and internationally connected academic community.

• Access to excellent research infrastructure and resources.

• Opportunities for interdisciplinary and global collaborations.

• Engagement with outstanding students and scholars from around the world.

• Strong institutional support for innovative teaching and research.

Outstanding scholars in Philosophy, Religious Studies, Ethics, Logic, Philosophy of Science, and related disciplines are encouraged to apply and become part of the globally recognized academic community at Peking University's Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, contributing to its tradition of research excellence and interdisciplinary innovation.