About this position

The Institute for Ethics and the Common Good (ECG) invites applications for its 2027–28 Faculty Fellowship program. Sponsored by a transformative grant from the John Templeton Foundation, we are seeking five scholars to join a vibrant, interdisciplinary cohort dedicated to a crucial theme: Love and Ethics . We welcome projects from scholars that investigate how love intersects with ethics, whether through foundational moral theory, applied and real-world contexts, or broader cultural, social, and political questions. For further explanation of this topic, including a list of potential research topics related to it, please see https://ethics.nd.edu/fellowships-and-grants/faculty/. We welcome proposals from scholars working on substantial research projects related to this topic. Applicants from all academic disciplines are encouraged to apply, including—but not limited to—philosophy, theology, psychology, sociology, political science, law, literature, and the arts. The program is open to U.S. and international faculty at any career stage, from assistant to full professor. Scholars at the postdoctoral level who have a strong record of accomplishment will also be considered. The fellowship is also open to independent scholars, journalists, artists, and others whose work aligns meaningfully with the fellowship theme. Fellows will live in residence at the University of Notre Dame for the academic year. Each fellowship includes up to $80,000 in funding, subsidized housing, and a research allowance. Fellows will also participate in a vibrant interdisciplinary community and take part in regular seminars and collaborative events. Qualifications: Faculty Fellowships are open to scholars engaged in substantial research projects that examine questions at the intersection of love and ethics. We welcome applications from scholars across all academic disciplines, including—but not limited to—philosophy, theology, psychology, sociology, political science, law, literature, and

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