Position Title: Philosophy/Assistant Professor/Three Year Term
Department: Philosophy
Term of Assignment: Three Year Term
Term End Date, If Applicable: May 7, 2030
FLSA Status: Exempt = not eligible for overtime
Work Schedule:
Salary: Competitive
Travel: No travel
Brief Statement of Duties
Brief Statement of Duties: The course load will be 12 credits per semester, with multiple preps each term. The teaching responsibilities will include Ethical Theory and various applied ethics courses (computer, legal, medical) as well as developing new courses that complement the needs of the Department. There will also be additional service responsibilities in support of the department, college, and university. The appointment will require having an active research agenda. This is a campus-based position. This position is currently not available for sponsorship.
Minimum Qualifications
Required Education: Doctorate or equivalent terminal degree
Discipline/Degree Area: Philosophy
Required Specialized Training/Certifications: PhD in Philosophy awarded before August 15, 2027.
AOS: Applied Ethics
AOC: Social and Political Philosophy
Graduate coursework evidencing AOS and AOC
Required Minimum Work Experience: Record of effective college teaching in Philosophy.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Attributes Required for Satisfactory Performance of the Position Duties:
Ability to teach effectively at the undergraduate level.
Ability to develop and deliver a curriculum.
Ability to work well with others.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Excellent time management skills.
Detailed knowledge of applied ethics and social and political philosophy.
Additional Desirable Qualifications
Additional Desirable Qualifications:
Earned Ph.D. at time of application
Record of excellent college teaching, specifically in AOS and AOC.
Specific knowledge of legal ethics, computer (big data/social media/AI) ethics, biomedical
ethics, and environmental ethics
Experience teaching a range of applied ethics courses and courses in social and political philosophy.
Other
Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicant materials will include a faculty application, cover letter, CV/Resume, unofficial transcripts, research statement, evidence of teaching effectiveness/excellence including sample syllabi, and a writing sample. The writing sample may be combined with one of the other attachments when uploaded.
Contact Information: Antony Aumann ([email protected])
NMU is an equal opportunity employer.
