Assistant Teaching Professor of Philosophy

William and Mary, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Williamsburg, VIRGINIA

Position Information
Position Information


Position Number F0646W
Position Title Assistant Teaching Professor of Philosophy
Unit Mission Statement
The department, through a varied and extensive program of courses, presents students with past and present attempts to think critically and reflectively about fundamental questions of knowledge and value in order that they will be led to examine their own views. The study of philosophical problems in the spirit of free inquiry requires the student to develop and exercise the powers of precise discrimination, creative imagination, logical organization and evaluative judgment.
Position Summary
The Department of Philosophy at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, invites applications for a two-year, non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor that will begin August 10, 2024. This appointment has a service component commensurate with rank. This appointment may be renewable contingent upon department needs, availability of funds, and performance review.
We seek an individual with at least teaching competence (i.e., an AOC) in value theory (broadly conceived, but political philosophy and applied ethics preferred), metaphysics, and informal logic (critical thinking). We are especially interested in individuals who have demonstrated an ability to teach introductory courses in these areas in a general education curriculum. The successful applicant will be expected to be an effective teacher, and the position will have a [3-3] teaching load.
Required Qualifications
A PhD degree at the time appointment begins (August 10, 2024) is required, as is teaching competence (AOC) in the areas listed above, and a specialization (AOS) in at least one of these areas.
Preferred Qualifications
Teaching experience and effectiveness in the listed areas is preferred. For the value theory AOC, experience and effectiveness in teaching political philosophy and applied ethics is preferred.
Conditions of Employment
Department 3KD600 Philosophy Dept
Location William & Mary
Job Open Date 12/04/2023
Review Begin Date 01/20/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Employment Category Faculty
Special Application Instructions
Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.wm.edu . Submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, a statement of teaching interests, evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., student course evaluations), and a writing sample. A diversity statement is not required. Candidates are encouraged to reflect on their past experiences or future plans to foster an inclusive and welcoming climate for learners or scholars in Philosophy in their cover letters or teaching statements. You will be prompted to submit online the names and email addresses of three references who will be contacted by the system with instructions for how to submit a letter of reference.
For full consideration, submit application materials by the initial review date, Jan. 20, 2024. Applications received after the initial review date will be considered if needed.
Information on the degree programs in the Department of Philosophy may be found at https://www.wm.edu/as/philosophy/ .
Background Check Statement
William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
EEO Statement
William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Benefits Summary Statement
William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/hr/currentemployees/benefits/index.php

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