Visiting Assistant Professor of Philosophy (EXPIRED)

Visiting Assistant Professor of Philosophy

 The Division of Humanities at New College of Florida invites applications for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor of Philosophy for academic year 2018-19 with the possibility of continuing for an additional year. AOS: History of philosophy, with expertise in early modern European philosophy and in at least one non-European philosophical tradition. Appointment effective August 2018. Ph.D. in Philosophy preferred; ABD considered. New College is a small, public liberal arts honors college located in a vibrant arts community on Sarasota Bay.

DiversityStatement: New College is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty. Candidates from underrepresented groups, women, and those whose knowledge or skills support an inclusive culture and learning environment are especially encouraged to apply.

Teaching load for the first year is two courses in Fall and three in Spring, including Modern Philosophy in Spring. Instructional work might also include a small number of individual or group tutorials, and of January term independent study projects. New College encourages visiting faculty to develop courses that build on their own scholarly expertise in consultation with colleagues.

Candidates should have PhD in hand (or, at minimum,  a clear path to imminent completion) and documented teaching experience. Enthusiasm about working at a small liberal arts college is important.

Application: Interested candidates should apply online at http://www.ncf.edu/employment. Additionally, please provide:1)  letter of application, 2) curriculum  vitae, 3) unofficial graduate transcript, 4) 3 brief course descriptions, including a course in Modern Philosophy and one in a non-European area, and 5) three letters of recommendation, including at least one that addresses teaching via email to Prof. Aron Edidin via email to [email protected] 

Review of files will begin May 7 and continue until the position is filled. According to Florida law, applications and meetings regarding applications are open to the public upon request.

Applicants who need reasonable accommodations in order to participate in the selection process must notify the chair of the search committee 48 hours in advance of a meeting. New College is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Institution. We encourage inquiries from candidates who contribute to the cultural and ethnic diversity of our college. Website: www.ncf.edu.