The British Society for the History of Philosophy (BSHP) launched its Ambassador Scheme in 2025. Ambassadors are postgraduate students or early-career researchers working on any area of the history of philosophy who do not yet have permanent posts.
2026-2027 Ambassadors
Jack Beaulieu (Magdalen College, Oxford). Jack's research is in Indian philosophy
Luca Dondoni (Ruhr-Universität Bochum). Luca's research is in ancient Greek philosophy and twentieth century philosophy
Liz Frissell (University of Nottingham). Liz's research is on Stoicism
Xingding Liu (University of New South Wales). Xingding's research in on Xuanxue and the philosophy of language
Maria Cristina Mennuti (Tübingen Universität). Maria's research is in ancient Greek philosophy
More information about the scheme
The principal tasks of an Ambassador is to work with the Officers and Management Committee of the British Society for the History of Philosophy to promote the Society and increase its membership.
In return for their contribution to the work of the Society, Ambassadors receive the following benefits:
A mentor. Up to three meetings with an academic mentor (drawn from the Society’s Management Committee or wider membership) to discuss an academic issue of their choosing. For example, postdoc or job-market guidance, grant applications, feedback on a paper, advice on publishing, advice on organising conferences, career planning, how to design a course/write lectures, how to design a research project.
Workshop participation. An opportunity to organise and take part in an online workshop at which BSHP Ambassadors will present work to each other and (if desired) to members of the BSHP’s Management Committee.
Professional Training. Access to specialised workshops on professional topics, such as publishing in the history of philosophy. Workshops will be led by members of the BSHP Management Committee including, where relevant, Editors of the British Journal for the History of Philosophy.
Fee-waiver. Fees for BSHP membership and conference attendance will be waived during the tenure of an Ambassadorship.
Applications are currently closed - expected to re-open in November
The Society expects to make five twelve-month appointments, running from April to April. At the end of the year, successful candidates will be required to submit a short report (maximum 300 words) outlining their activities and achievements.
Applications are especially encouraged from PG students from underrepresented groups, including students with disabilities, students from BAME backgrounds, first generation university students, and women.
Applicants should send a completed application form and a cv to Jeremy Dunham at by January 31st.
