Instructor - Philosophy & Religion

Position Information

Posting Number	2012535Faculty
Working Title	Instructor - Philosophy & Religion
Pay Rate	Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and education.
Regular/Temporary	Regular
If temporary, list duration
Type of Appointment	Temporary
Contract Period	9 month
Employment Category
Adjunct Position?	No

Position Summary Information

Position Summary	Austin Peay State University seeks to hire a temporary Instructor of Philosophy and Religion. This is a three-year (renewable) non-tenure position that will begin August 1, 2024.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities	- Typically teach one upper-level course in Religious Studies such as Western Religions, Eastern Religions, Ancient Philosophy, or The History of Medieval Philosophy per semester. -Must teach at least three lower-level courses in Philosophy and Religious Studies such as Introduction to Philosophy, Introduction to Ethics, or World Religions. -Instructional methods include face-to-face, online, hybrid, and independent instruction. -Will be evaluated for teaching effectiveness, professional growth and activities, and non-teaching activities supportive of Philosophy and Religious Studies.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	.
Physical Requirements	Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Required Minimum Qualifications	Required Minimum Qualifications: -Master’s Degree in Religious Studies or Philosophy (or Master’s Degree in related field with 18 hours in Religious Studies) -Evidence of potential ability in academic assignment and/or scholarly and creative achievement, and/or professional contributions and activities. -Evidence of good character, mature attitude, and professional integrity. -A background search will be required of the successful applicant. Preferred Qualifications: Doctorate in Religious Studies or Philosophy.

Posting Detail Information

Open Date	09/12/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	- Each applicant must include the names and contact information for three references with your application materials. Many people add this to the end of the CV. - If you would like to additionally attach Letters of Recommendation to your online application, letters must be dated one year or less from the date of your application. You may attach your letters of recommendation in the “Optional Documents” section under the “Letter of Reference” tab. Letters of recommendation may be sent by email to “[email protected]” or hard copy to “Austin Peay State University, Human Resources Dept., PO Box 4507, Clarksville, TN 37044” with your name and desired position clearly indicated after your online application is completed. - If granted an interview, unofficial transcripts will be required of applicants and official transcripts will be required of the selected candidate before the candidate will be offered a position. It is highly recommended that you attach unofficial transcripts in PDF format to your online application under the “Unofficial Transcript” tab before finalizing and submitting your application. - You will not be able to attach your letters of recommendation, unofficial transcripts or any other supplemental document(s) nor modify your application after it has been submitted. Applicant review will continue until the position is filled. Please refer all questions to [email protected] IT IS A CLASS A MISDEMEANOR TO MISREPRESENT ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS Austin Peay State University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its program and activities. The Office of Institutional Culture has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the University’s non-discrimination/harassment policies, 416 College Street, Clarksville, TN 37044, Phone: (931) 221-7267, Email: OEAI[email protected] .