Assistant Teaching Professor of Philosophy
$58,000–$60,000 year
On-siteFort Collins, Colorado, United States
Job Summary
Prepare lectures, discussions, and course activities for introductory philosophy and applied ethics topics, including environmental, computer, and business ethics. Create assignments and exercises, hold regular office hours, and grade student assessments. Maintain an active research program with publications and presentations. Participate in required departmental service and potentially supervise a Graduate Teaching Assistant. Deliver 4 courses each term with 80% teaching, 10% research, and 10% service effort. Submit a cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy, and sample syllabi. Initial contract is for three years subject to annual review.
Required Qualifications
- 1 year as primary instructor of introductory Philosophy courses
- PhD by start of employment
- Terminal degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in the relevant discipline by start of employment
- Evidence of research productivity or strong potential to establish a sustainable scholarly program (e.g., publications, presentations, grant activity)
- Demonstrated ability to teach effectively at the undergraduate and/or graduate level
- Pre-employment criminal background check (required for new hires)
Desired Qualifications
- 3-5 years as primary instructor of introductory philosophy courses
- Experience with course and program development
- Experience with innovative pedagogical strategies
- Experience working in an online instructional environment
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