Visiting Assistant Professor

Department: Philosophy Department

Campus Location: Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type: Full Time

Pay: Commensurate with education and experience

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm

Export Compliance Requirement: No export control requirement.

Job Story

The Department of Philosophy at Wichita State University is seeking applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor, beginning in August 2025. AOS is open. The Department has teaching needs in Logic, Ethics, and Modern Philosophy. The successful candidate will have demonstrated teaching excellence at introductory and advanced undergraduate levels.

Job Summary

Teach courses at the undergraduate level using various instructional deliveries (e.g., traditional (face-to-face), hybrid, and fully online). To foster applied learning into the course design and engage with industry and local business community applied projects. To advance knowledge through research and scholarly activities (e.g., active involvement in committees, student mentorship, recruitment and retention initiative, outreach activities, etc.)

Essential Functions

Meet expectations for research, teaching, and service as set forth by the department and college.

Faculty Requirements

• Ph.D. in Philosophy
• Demonstrated teaching excellence

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent oral and written communication
• Willingness to accommodate a variety of learning styles and strategies in instructional delivery and learning activities, including online and blended learning, flexible teaching methods, and applied learning approaches
• Ability to contribute to building an inclusive and welcoming environment for colleagues and students

Additional Information:

To apply please complete the Faculty Profile including the names and contact information of three (3) references and upload the following documents:

1. Cover letter of interest
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Teaching Portfolio (please include Teaching Philosophy and Course Evaluations)
4. Research Statement

Application deadline is March 28, 2025