Assistant Professor

The Department of Philosophy and Humanities at Utah Valley University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 2013. AOS: Non-Western Philosophy.  AOC:  Open.  The successful candidate will be expected to teach multiple sections of Ethics and Values each year.  Ability to teach Ancient and/or Modern Legacies, a first-year interdisciplinary seminar taught through UVU’s Honors program, is a strong advantage. Teaching load is 4/4, upper and lower division, surveys and areas of specialization.  Course reductions may be possible. Ph.D. preferred, ABD with strong evidence of imminent completion will be considered.  Candidates must have experience teaching in a college/university setting and show evidence of commitment to teaching and scholarship. Usual non-teaching duties.  The successful candidate joins a vibrant and collegial department.  Salary and benefits competitive.  In addition to completing the on-line faculty application at www.uvu.jobs, interested candidates should submit a complete dossier: cover letter, CV, evidence of teaching excellence, a writing sample, and at least three letters of reference. Electronic applications are preferred, and may be forwarded to pierre.lamarche@uvu.edu – please cc lamarcpi@gmail.com.  Mailing address available upon request.  Completed application deadline is November 16, 2012 to insure full consideration for Eastern APA interviews. UVU is a comprehensive state institution of higher education focusing upon teaching and scholarship. UVU is an AA/EEO Employer.   UVU, serving approximately 30,000 undergraduates, is located on the western front of the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, approximately 40 miles south of Salt Lake City.