Assistant or Associate Professor (EXPIRED)

Title: Tenure-Track Assistant or Associate Professor – Philosophy

Compensation: $52,000 - $57,000; 9-month contract paid over 12 months, full benefits

The College of Arts & Sciences at Saint Martin’s University is hiring a tenure track Assistant or Associate Professor in Philosophy to create and teach exciting, relevant courses for our CORE program; to initiate a group of classes for an existing minor in Philosophy; and to serve as an allied department to Theology and Religious Studies.

The successful candidate will be qualified to teach introductory classes in the Western tradition from the Greeks to the twenty-first century, and in an area of their own interest. The candidate will be both fully and critically conversant with the Catholic philosophical tradition, as well as appreciative of the multiple philosophical points of entry to that historical tradition in dialogue with modernity/contemporary thought. The candidate will also demonstrate an openness to non-Western philosophies, with a commitment to finding ways to diversify readings and philosophical traditions.

Position Expectations: Excellence in teaching is central Saint Martin’s University. The candidate should demonstrate the ability or potential to teach dynamically and draw enthusiasm from non-majors and majors alike; to have a creditable scholarly agenda; and to be prepared to work with colleagues across the university in the shared governance of our educational enterprise. Professors are expected to understand and respect the mission of our Catholic Benedictine school and to contribute to the broad liberal education of the students across the university.

Required Qualifications:

• A doctorate in philosophy in hand at the time of appointment from an accredited university.
• The candidate is expected to support the Catholic and Benedictine mission and identity of Saint Martin’s according to the professional requirements of philosophy.
• Demonstrated potential for successful teaching at the undergraduate level.
• A record of publication in philosophy, or a plan for publication. And demonstration of how the candidate will remain current in the field of philosophy.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse students, faculty, and staff, including a commitment to cultivating learning environments that are equitable and inclusive of students with diverse social identities and backgrounds.

A cover letter and curriculum vitae (or resume) are required and should address your experience related to the position responsibilities and your areas of expertise. Provide contact information of three professional references. Interested candidates with questions about the position may contact Kathleen McKain at [email protected]. Review of candidate files begins March 24th and will continue until the position is filled. The position begins August 2023.