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Visiting Assistant Professor or Instructor in Philosophy (EXPIRED)

Department of Philosophy, Luther College

Job category Junior faculty / Fixed term
AOS Open
AOC Ethics, Social and Political Philosophy
AOC categories Ethics
Social and Political Philosophy
Workload Full time
Vacancies 1
Location Decorah, Iowa, United States
Start date Late August 2015
Job description

QUALIFICATIONS:  PhD preferred; ABD required (instructor rank).  Area of specialization is open, however, must be have the ability to teach Ethics and Social/Political Philosophy.  The enthusiasm for and demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching is essential.

RESPONSIBILITIES:  A six course teaching load spread over the fall, January, and spring terms; this is a 6/7th appointment.  Active participation expected in the Department of Philosophy which has 4.5 FTE faculty supporting major and minor study in philosophy. 

STATEMENT ON DIVERSITY:  Luther College is committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and the curriculum. We value the input of multiple viewpoints and perspectives to create an academic community that is rich with cultural, social, and intellectual diversity. Candidates are encouraged to identify their strengths or experiences that will contribute to this goal.

APPLICATION INFORMATION:  Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  Applicants’ dossiers will include:

  • letter of application
  • curriculum vitae
  • evidence of effective teaching (student evaluations, sample syllabi, other course materials)
  • unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts
  • three letters of recommendation, at least one letter should specifically address undergraduate teaching experience (the college will send an email link to each letter writer identified in the application process to upload their letter)

Apply at https://luthercollege.hiretouch.com.

INQUIRIES:  Inquiries about the position may be directed to Storm Bailey, Chair, Philosophy Search Committee, Luther College, Decorah, Iowa, 52101; telephone: 563-387-1687; email: [email protected].  Additional information about the college is available by visiting the college website, www.luther.edu. Questions regarding the application process should be directed to [email protected].


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Web address to apply https://luthercollege.hiretouch.com
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Hard deadline No deadline specified (applications considered on an ongoing basis)
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Web address for more information http://www.luther.edu
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Time created May 15, 2015, 8:34am UTC
Scheduled expiry date September 11, 2015, 10:02am CST
Expired on September 11, 2015, 10:02am CST
Last updated September 11, 2015, 3:46pm UTC
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