Assistant Professor (EXPIRED)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach lower and upper level courses in undergraduate philosophy program.
• Contribute to program and course development.
• Participate in Philosophy Department activities.
• Advise undergraduate students.
• Standard teaching load is 24 credits, 8 courses per year.
• Faculty are expected to engage in research and service.
• Area of specialization: Epistemology and some period/figure in the History of Philosophy.
• Some online teaching.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ph.D. in Philosophy.
• Documented teaching success at college level.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:

• Demonstrated potential for research.
• Preparation for teaching in areas of specialization and competence.
• Teaching competence, in addition to area of specialization, should be broad enough to teach a variety of lower and mid-level philosophy courses that satisfy general education requirements.
• Breadth of teaching interests.
• Experience teaching writing intensive courses.
• Potential for contribution to one or both of Philosophy Department administered interdepartmental programs in Cognitive Science and Philosophy, Politics and Economics.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: 
Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: http://www.mnsu.edu. Additional information on the Department of Philosophy can be found at: http://www.mnsu.edu/philosophy/.

Application Procedures: To apply for this position, please continue the process via this website or directly at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mankato/default.cfm. A complete online application will include the following attachments:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for three (3) references
• Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree