Department Description:

The Philosophy Department at USD is pluralistic, which means it covers all significant historical periods and most major philosophical methods. It has a deep and special concern for the study of ethics, values and the moral life.

The Philosophy Department offers a comprehensive program of study leading to a BA in Philosophy and to a minor in philosophy, while offering a broad range of courses as part of the University's Core Curriculum. The department also regularly offers courses for majors and minors in the central areas of philosophy and a range of special topics courses.

The full-time faculty represent diverse approaches and interests and are engaged in a wide range of teaching, research and service activities. Department faculty are also regularly involved in offering interdisciplinary special topic team-taught courses.

Detailed Description:

The Department of Philosophy at the University of San Diego invites applicants for a tenure track, assistant professor position in Political and Social Philosophy, with a strong background of work at the intersection of Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) starting in Fall 2020.

The position will be in philosophy, but the successful candidate will be affiliated with USD's Center for Ethics, Economics, and Public Policy, and will be expected to teach regularly in USD's developing program in PPE.

Position begins Sept. 1, 2020. Two semester academic term. 3/3 teaching load is normal (all levels undergraduate). Teaching in the core curriculum is expected, as is an active research program. Usual non-teaching service duties.

Job Requirements:

Ph.D. prior to appointment is required.

Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.

Posting Salary:

Commensurate with experience; Excellent Benefits.

The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package, to include medical, dental, vision, a 12% retirement contribution given to you by the University (with three year vesting period), and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. http://www.sandiego.edu/hr/benefits//

Special Application Instructions:

Click 'Apply Now' to complete our online application. For full consideration, please upload the following to your application profile for review by October 31, 2019:

• Letter of application
• CV
• Sample of scholarly work
• Statement of teaching philosophy (with evidence of teaching effectiveness)
• Three (3) letters of reference

Interviews will be conducted via Skype.

Please direct any questions to Leeanna Cummings (Executive Assistant, Philosophy) at philosophy@sandiego.edu.
If you have any technical questions or difficulties please contact the Employment Services Team at 619-260-6806, or email us at jobs@sandiego.edu

Additional Details:

The University of San Diego is an independent Roman Catholic Institution and has a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, the University strongly encourages applications from a broad and diverse applicant pool, including, importantly, members of underrepresented groups.

The University of San Diego is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the campus community.

The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit http://www.sandiego.edu/smokefree

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/1654398

Senior-level Professor - Ethnic and Race Studies

Position Category: Faculty

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: .75

Location: Thousand Oaks

University Background:

Basic Function: 

The Ethnic and Race Studies (ERS ) Program at California Lutheran University (Cal Lutheran) seeks to hire at the associate or full professor level to develop and direct new major, minor and certificate programs in Ethnic and Race Studies starting fall of 2020. Successful candidates will have a Ph.D. in a social science or humanities field with expertise in race and ethnic studies, and be committed to teaching, research, and service at a liberal arts university that is a Hispanic Serving and McNair institution. Successful candidates will provide evidence of excellence in teaching and advising of undergraduate students. In addition to formal teaching and course development experience, evidence of a strong commitment to developing a research program involving undergraduate students and previous mentoring of undergraduate research projects is highly sought.

The new ERS program at Cal Lutheran is academically rigorous, methodologically inclusive, interdisciplinary, and seeks to promote co-curricular learning on campus and in the surrounding communities. The ERS program specializes in multicultural learning experiences and social justice projects that involve and engage local communities. In collaboration with other College departments, the Center for Equality and Justice and Hispanic-Serving Institute Initiatives, the ERS program promotes innovative student and faculty research in national and transnational contexts in and around Cal Lutheran.

A full-teaching load is usually three courses per academic semester and six per academic year. Primary teaching responsibilities will likely include the development of the following courses: Introduction to Ethnic and Race Studies and the program's capstone/field work. Additional opportunities to develop new courses and to teach in other departments will be based on the successful candidate's expertise and interest. It is essential that candidates possess the ability or potential to teach, advise, and mentor undergraduate students, particularly those from diverse, minoritized, and underserved backgrounds. Candidates must also demonstrate an interest and ability to develop co-curricular programing to promote deeper understanding of racial and ethnic diversities and intersectionality on campus and in the community. Applicants with research interests utilizing interdisciplinary content are strongly encouraged to apply.

Representative Duties:

• Provide academic instruction to students through lecture courses. Create assignments and activities in one-on-one, classroom, and distance mediated instructional settings for development of cognitive abilities, communication skills, and higher order thinking skills among students. (E)
  
• Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback in a timely manner to student inquiries in class, online, or during established consultation office hours. (E)
  
• Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum; prepare and submit grades, data, and reports related to course and student progress in a timely manner. (E)
  
• Provide a course syllabus to students in each class within the first week of the class, as outlined in the faculty handbook. (E)
  
• Adhere to the responsibilities related to teaching, advising, service, and scholarly, professional and creative activities, as outlined in the faculty handbook. (E)
  
• Attend and participate on committees and in department, division, campus, and University meetings. (E)
  
• Performs related duties as assigned.

E=Essential Duties

Knowledge Of:

• Current theory and practice within the subject discipline
  
• Principles and best practices of effective teaching
  
• Student learning outcomes and methods of assessment
  
• University curricula
  
• Community and campus resources, services, programs, and professionals available to students
  
• Methods of gathering, analyzing, and preparing data
  
• Modern computing technology
  
• Record keeping techniques with regard to student enrollment, attendance, and progress

Ability To:

• Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge in the subject field or discipline
• Deliver course curricula in various learning styles
• Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of University students.
• Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the needs of students with disabilities.
• Integrate current and emerging instructional delivery technologies into the learning process to enhance teaching and the educational experience
• Maintain professional standards that protect student confidentiality
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing using tact, patience, and courtesy
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action
• Demonstrate commitment to professional excellence and continuous growth within subject field or discipline

Minimum Qualifications:

Eligible applicants must have a Ph.D. officially conferred by an accredited, degree-granting university.

Eligible applicants for this position include: U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents (holders of a Permanent Resident Card), foreigners currently holding work eligible visas (H—1B), individuals granted deferred action status under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Program (depending on the status of this program at the time of application), political asylees, and refugees. The Cal Lutheran College of Arts and Sciences values diversity in all forms, including race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, and sexual orientation.
ABD accepted and would be hired at Instructor level until acquired.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates with a degree in Ethnic Studies or a related field in the social sciences or humanities with a focus on race/ethnic studies. The application must be written in (or translated into) English.

Licenses and Other Requirements:

None

Posting Number: Faculty000102019

Desired Start Date: 08/24/2020

Open Date: 09/30/2019

Close Date: 11/1/2019

Open Until Filled: No

Application Procedure/Special Instructions:

Evaluation Criteria:

Candidates will be assessed based on the following criteria:

1. Demonstrated experience or potential to effectively teach courses related ethnic and race studies;
   
2. Experience with, or knowledge and understanding of mentoring and engaging undergraduate students (inside and outside of the classroom), particularly those from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds;
   
3. Evidence of, or potential for both producing scholarship and sustaining an active research agenda;
   
4. Commitment to a liberal arts education and in service to the mission of the University and College of Arts & Sciences;
   
5. Demonstrated leadership experience or potential to develop co-curricular programing that complements academic coursework in race and ethnicity.

Required Materials:

• Cover Letter: A 1-2 page letter that addresses first the candidate’s teaching and research in relation to ethnic and race studies, and second, why Cal Lutheran’s program is a good place to pursue their teaching, research, and other professional aspirations. Lastly, the letter should address the candidate’s leadership experience in higher education and in their community and briefly describe how the candidate’s experiences will further the HSI and McNair designations of the university and the unique needs of underrepresented students.
• Diversity and Teaching Statement: This 2-3 page statement should first address the candidate’s philosophy of and commitment to teaching and diversity. The statement should discuss teaching and diversity with respect to mentoring and engaging students from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds, adapting teaching methods to the needs of underrepresented ethnic minority students and first generation college students, and any experience with and/or interest in mentoring student research. Second, the statement should briefly describe the candidate’s research and/or creative works completed and their future agenda.
• Curriculum Vitae: A comprehensive resume of professional and educational qualifications.
• Reference Letters: Three reference letters specifically addressing whether the candidate has the experiences, dispositions, and abilities to work with underrepresented and/or first generation students.

A committee of scholars selected by the University will evaluate the candidates in consultation with the College department faculty best able to evaluate the applicant’s expertise. The search committee will use academic records, essays, letters of recommendation, standardized application forms, and other appropriate materials as the basis for determining the extent to which candidates meet the eligibility requirements and serve the mission of the Department and University.

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/1655292

California Lutheran University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment for all persons, regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable law. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program, activity or facility of the University on the basis of these factors in a manner consistent with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, ordinances, orders and rules, and University’s policies, procedures, and processes.

Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process can be provided to individuals with qualifying disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information or to request an accommodation.

​APPOINTMENT: July 1, 2020
AOS: Ethics or Social/Political/Legal Philosophy
AOC: Open

The Department of Philosophy invites applications for two positions in Ethics or Social/Political/Legal Philosophy

• Applicants for the Open Rank Professor position should apply to JPF01564, http://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/apply/JPF01564. We invite applicants at the assistant, associate, and full levels. A complete application will include a letter of application, CV, writing sample, and at least three letters of recommendation. Applicants at the assistant level should also submit a dissertation abstract or research statement, teaching statement, and evidence of teaching excellence.
• Applicants for the Tenure Track Assistant Professor position should apply to JPF01591, http://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/apply/JPF01591. We invite applicants at the assistant level. A complete application will include a letter of application, CV, writing sample, a dissertation abstract or research statement, evidence of teaching excellence, and at least three letters of recommendation.

Please apply to all applicable positions.

The minimum requirement to be considered an applicant is the completion of all requirements for a PhD in Philosophy or a related field (or equivalent degree) except the dissertation (or equivalent) at the time of application. We invite applicants who already have a PhD as well.

To ensure full and primary consideration, all application materials must be received by November 4,
2019. The position will remain open until filled.

For your letters of recommendation you will be asked to submit the names and email addresses of
your references. The online system will then contact your references with instructions about how to
upload their letters. All application materials should be in a standard electronic form, preferably pdf.

Inquiries may be addressed to philsearch201920@philosophy.ucsb.edu. For additional information
about the Department of Philosophy see http://www.philosophy.ucsb.edu.

The Department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and
excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service. We strongly
encourage applicants to submit an optional Statement of Contributions to Diversity. These statements, if submitted, will be reviewed for evidence of teaching, research, professional and/or public service contributions that promote diversity and equal opportunity, such as effective strategies used for the educational advancement of students in various under-represented groups;
demonstrated contributions to the advancement of equitable access and diversity in education; and
contributions furthering diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through participation in such activities as recruitment, retention, and mentoring of scholars and students.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any
other characteristic protected by law.

The Philosophy Department in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, California, (Cal Poly) seeks applications for a full-time, academic-year, tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin September 10, 2020. Area of Specialization (AOS): Contemporary Analytic Metaphysics. Area of Competence (AOC): Philosophy of Mind.

The ideal candidate will have a combination of university-level teaching experience, and research potential. We are seeking applicants with an earned or nearly complete doctorate in philosophy, with demonstrable qualifications in contemporary analytic metaphysics.

Primary teaching duties include upper-division metaphysics for philosophy majors and lower-division general education courses in philosophy. Depending on Philosophy Department teaching needs, the successful candidate might also teach a course in philosophy of mind.

Cal Poly is primarily a teaching university committed to the teacher-scholar model. As teachers, faculty are expected to exhibit strong pedagogical skills and to remain proficient and current in their disciplines. As scholars, faculty should be engaged in scholarly and creative work that is of high quality as evidenced by external peer review. As colleagues, faculty are asked to perform service activities at all levels of the University. Faculty should build collaborative relationships across the University and with colleagues at other universities.

The teaching load averages 12 units per quarter of four-unit courses, with a significant reduction in course load in the first two years to help establish an active program of research and professional development. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Initial appointment is for two years, subject to renewal. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

At Cal Poly, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity and inclusion is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees, and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences, and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility.

Cal Poly's commitment to diversity and inclusion informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively with students, staff, and faculty from diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. This search will occur while the university conducts other searches designed to increase curricular coverage of areas related to diversity and inclusion, as well as to promote inclusive teaching strategies across the university. The successful candidate for our recruitment whose research overlaps with areas of diversity and inclusion will have the opportunity to join and support these university efforts.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should complete the online faculty application at and submit it to Requisition # 493579. Please upload the following required materials as part of the electronic application (linked here).

1. Cover letter: address the feasibility of conducting a research program within the context of a primarily teaching-oriented undergraduate program
2. Current curriculum vitae
3. Transcript copy
4. Statement of Diversity and Inclusion: describe past experience and contributions to diversity and inclusion efforts, and describe how you will demonstrate a commitment in these areas in teaching, research, and/or service at Cal Poly
5. Teaching portfolio: provide evidence of teaching effectiveness including student evaluations and course syllabi in the AOS and AOC
6. Example of scholarship or creative work

Applicants must also be prepared to provide in the online application the names and email addresses for a minimum of three professional references. Cal Poly will directly solicit letters from the individuals listed by applicants. A transcript copy may be attached to the application or sent to the address listed for Requisition # 493579. Official sealed transcripts will be required prior to appointment. Review Begin Date: 11-01-2019

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in philosophy, earned or nearing completion.
• Evidence of potential for scholarly and/or creative achievement in the AOS.
• Ability to teach courses in the AOS and AOC.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in college or university-level teaching.

Department Information:

Currently the philosophy department has thirteen philosophy professors, two religious studies professors, and nine lecturers most of whom teach nearly fulltime. The department serves approximately 140 philosophy majors and 50 philosophy minors as well as students throughout the university in General Education offerings. Here is the department's website.

College and University Information:

With approximately 21,800 students, Cal Poly is a comprehensive polytechnic university strongly committed to its Learn by Doing philosophy. Cal Poly's College of Liberal Arts offers 18 highly selective Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science programs and 5 Master's degree programs with 250 full-time faculty and nearly 3,000 undergraduate majors. Our distinguished faculty members are actively engaged in teaching, scholarship, and service. Located 10 miles from the Pacific Ocean and halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, Cal Poly is among the most selective universities nationwide; student quality is high, with applications significantly exceeding admissions.

A full job listing can be found here.

The Department of Philosophy at Lawrence University invites applications for the Postdoctoral Fellow of Philosophy and Uihlein Fellow of Ethics to begin in September 2019. The successful candidate must be able to teach courses in ethics (broadly construed) that will complement existing department strengths and contribute to interdisciplinary programs on campus.  In particular, the candidate must be able to contribute to Lawrence’s interdisciplinary program in Biomedical Ethics by teaching Introduction to Biomedical Ethics and Advanced Biomedical Ethics.  The candidate will also be expected to contribute to Lawrence’s Freshman Studies Program. The initial appointment is for two years with a reduced teaching load. Instead of the usual six courses per year on a 10-week term system (2 courses each term), the fellow will teach three courses in the first year and four in the second (at least one course per term) to provide time to pursue research and develop excellence in undergraduate teaching.
We encourage applications from individuals who will help us create a more inclusive Lawrence by: (1) further diversifying the faculty; and/or (2) demonstrating experience with successful diversity-related initiatives, creative activity or research; and (3) showing interest in developing inclusive pedagogy to address the needs of a diverse student body. See http://www.lawrence.edu/admissions/about for more information about Lawrence and its surrounding community, including the New North Regional Guide which lists resources that promote diversity in the community.
Applicants must complete all requirements for the Ph.D. prior to September 1, 2019 and no earlier than September 1, 2014. Please include a letter of application, CV, sample of writing, evidence of excellence in teaching, a statement on your experience related to addressing issues of diversity and inclusion in an academic setting and ways that you could contribute to these efforts at Lawrence, and letters of recommendation. Materials must be submitted by May 3rd.

Apply here. More details at PhilJobs.

Position Description:

• Teach ethical and legal issues in health care college-level courses in philosophy. The primary assignment will be philosophy section PHL 244. 
• Teach a diverse student body in daytime, evening, and Saturday classes on the main campus, at extension centers, and business and industry sites.
• Participate in department, division, and general faculty meetings, applicable College committee activities, and other forms of College service.
• Prepare and develop appropriate instructional materials for the curriculum.
• Participate actively in professional activities such as, but not limited to, curriculum planning, syllabus writing, examination development, textbook selection, program evaluation/revision, and other professional planning activities on a year round basis.
• Maintain an active program of professional development related to institutional objectives.
• Regular attendance on campus is required for this position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Philosophy with documented specialization in medical ethics and law (which should include coursework and teaching, but may also involve publication/presentation, membership on hospital ethics committee or ethics consults).
• Equivalent of two (2) years of full-time successful teaching experience (equates to 900 student contact/clock hours), preferably at the community college level.

More details here.

The Department of Philosophy at Southwestern University seeks a full-time, benefits-eligible Visiting Assistant Professor of Philosophy with an emphasis in Feminist Theory to begin August 2019. This is a one-year position, with a second and third year appointment contingent on satisfactory performance. We are particularly interested in applicants whose teaching and research includes Chicana, Black, or other non-white/western feminist traditions. Our department, while small, offers a broad, historically grounded philosophy program, which strives to model a range of interdisciplinary approaches to the teaching and study of philosophy, situating philosophical ideas in their social, political, and cultural contexts, while critically evaluating the methods and practices of contemporary thought. We are therefore seeking applicants interested in not only teaching specific courses in feminist theory but in broadly integrating feminist and other critical lenses on the western tradition across the curriculum. We are seeking an individual with a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as intrinsic aspects of excellence in teaching, mentoring, and scholarship.
 
The annual courseload includes six sections of five separate undergraduate courses, including introductory and upper-level topics courses, with the repetition of many courses in subsequent two years. Courses are capped at 25 students. We welcome novel approaches to traditional classes, as well as ideas for new courses. This position includes opportunities for both.
 
Qualifications include Ph.D. prior to appointment or ABD in Philosophy or a closely allied field. The successful candidate will demonstrate potential for interdisciplinary collaboration, including potential contributions to one or more of the university’s interdisciplinary degree programs (Feminist Studies, Environmental Studies, Race and Ethnicity Studies, Latin American and Border Studies, and International Studies). Evidence of excellence in undergraduate teaching is essential.
 
Southwestern University is a selective undergraduate institution committed to a broad-based liberal arts, sciences, and fine arts education. Southwestern enrolls approximately 1500 students and maintains a student/faculty ratio of 12 to 1. Located in Georgetown, Texas, 28 miles north of downtown Austin, Southwestern is committed to fostering a diverse educational environment and encourages applications from members of groups traditionally underrepresented in academia. For information concerning the University, visit our website at www.southwestern.edu. 
 
The University will only accept application materials through Interfolio at XXXX.  Qualified applicants should submit a CV, two letters of reference, writing sample, sample syllabi, and a letter of interest which explains the candidate’s approach to teaching at the undergraduate level, their experience with diversity issues, diverse students, and working in multicultural environments, and the relevance of philosophy to the contemporary world.  The department will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue until the position is filled. 

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