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Assistant Professor of Instruction, Philosophy, non-tenure track

Department of Philosophy, Ohio University

Job category Senior faculty / Tenured, continuing or permanent
AOS Social and Political Philosophy
AOS categories Ethics
Social and Political Philosophy
AOC Social and Political Philosophy
AOC categories Ethics
Social and Political Philosophy
Workload Full time
Vacancies 1
Organization's reference number Ohio University
Location Athens, Ohio, United States
Start date 8/16/2026
Job description

The Ohio University Department of Philosophy is hiring one or more faculty members as an Assistant Professor of Instruction with expertise in social and political philosophy and additional competence in environmental ethics and in 17th and 18th century Western philosophy. The person hired will be expected to teach four courses per semester, with at least some sections each semester dedicated to courses that include an emphasis on the philosophical foundations of American civics literacy. The position is full-time, non-tenure-track, benefits-eligible, and begins in Fall 2026. This position can be renewable annually depending upon available funding, performance, and continuing departmental need.

Minimum qualifications: 

PhD in philosophy in hand by the start date of appointment, Fall Semester 2026.

Preferred qualifications: 

Preference will be given to candidates with strong evidence of excellence in teaching.

Salary is commensurate with experience and credentials and is accompanied by our generous university benefits such as tuition for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to health, prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan including company contributions, parental leave, adoption reimbursement, and more. OHIO is also proud to offer wellness programs, on-site wellness facilities, and a generous employee assistance program. Additional Information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits/.

To apply, please visit our website: 

https://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/55760

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Application type Online
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Please complete the online application.
Web address to apply https://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/55760
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Hard deadline February 12, 2026, 11:59pm EST
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Web address for more information https://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/55760
Contact name Joey L Pierce
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