Visiting Assistant Professor

One-year full-time Visiting Assistant Professor in Philosophy

The Department of Philosophy at Skidmore College invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professor position in Philosophy for the 2026-2027 academic year beginning late August. This is a one-year sabbatical replacement appointment. AOS: open; AOC: non-European philosophy or ethics.

 Responsibilities:

Teach 18 credit hours per year, divided among five courses per academic year (a 2-3 load), including Introduction to Philosophy and courses in the VAP’s areas of expertise and/or competence that complement the Department’s offerings.

The Department of Philosophy at Skidmore emphasizes active engagement with philosophical texts, with the histories and traditions of philosophy, and with current issues of deep significance. The department welcomes a variety of philosophical traditions and approaches. For more information about the department, please visit our website at: http://www.skidmore.edu/philosophy

Qualifications:

• Candidates with a Ph.D. in Philosophy by August 2026 are strongly preferred, although strong ABD applicants will be considered.

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level.

Salary: $68,989.

Skidmore College offers a comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits plans provide choice and flexibility to support our employees' needs and those of their families.

Benefits information: www.skidmore.edu/benefits

All bargaining unit members shall be covered by a collective bargaining agreement between Skidmore College and Services Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 200 United.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of the Form I-9 and verification of identity and work authorization as required by federal law.

Application Instructions: Applicants should submit a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae that includes a list of graduate courses, evidence of effective teaching, sample syllabi for an Introduction to Philosophy course and a course in the candidate’s AOS or AOC that complement the department’s existing courses, three letters of recommendation, and contact information for the reference writers. Review of applications will begin on March 13, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

 Apply online: www.skidmore.edu/hr

 Questions? Please contact Prof. Silvia Carli, Philosophy Department Chair, at [email protected]

Skidmore is a highly selective liberal arts college that fosters creative approaches to teaching and learning. Skidmore’s faculty of teacher-scholars are devoted to the instruction and mentoring of approximately 2500 talented undergraduates. With its relatively small size and student-faculty ratio, the College is a close-knit academic community.

Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran or marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, domestic violence victim status, genetic information, prior arrest or conviction record, or any other category protected by law.

Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result.