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Assistant Teaching Professor (EXPIRED)

Department of Philosophy, University of Missouri †

Job category Junior faculty / Tenured, continuing or permanent
AOS Open
AOC Medical Ethics
AOC categories Applied Ethics
Workload Full time
Vacancies 1
Organization's reference number 31653
Location Columbia, Missouri, United States
Start date Fall 2020
Job description

The Department of Philosophy at the University of Missouri, Columbia invites applications for a renewable, non-tenure-track Assistant Teaching Professor.  Appointment is to begin August 1, 2020 and is eligible for renewal and promotion, depending on need, funding, and performance. The teaching load is six courses per academic year. A Ph.D. in Philosophy by time of appointment is required.  Salary and initial contract period (up to 3 years) are dependent on candidate's experience and credentials.

 We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated teacher who is willing to work closely with undergraduates to promote the study of philosophy across the campus. The ideal candidate will have the ability to teach medical ethics. Prior teaching experience is required, with a preference for experience designing and teaching your own course. Ability and willingness to take promising steps to increase the number of majors is highly desirable. We welcome applications from candidates with an interest in developing diversity-intensive courses (as described here: https://coas.missouri.edu/diversity-intensive-initiative).

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits.  The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website: http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

 Diversity Commitment

The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students.  We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence. 

Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Disability Inclusion and ADA Compliance Manager at 573-884-7278.  For more information, call the Vice Chancellor of Human Resource Services/Affirmative Action officer at 573-882-4256.

Please apply on line at: http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/academic. Use the online application, and upload your cover letter, CV, evidence of teaching effectiveness, teaching statement, and a diversity statement. The diversity statement should focus on what you would do in your role as professor at a large state university to promote the diversity of the academic community of faculty, staff, and students. Do not submit reference letters now. We will request letters from candidates that reach the final stages. Please note that the requested letters should focus on teaching effectiveness (as opposed to research).

 Review of application materials will begin Jan. 1. To ensure full consideration, applications should be complete by this date. The position will remain open until filled. All applications will be acknowledged, and applicants will be informed when the position has been filled. Contact Human Resource Services ([email protected]) for any questions about the application process.

How to apply
Application type Online
Instructions
Use the online application, upload cover letter, CV, evidence of teaching effectiveness, teaching statement, and a diversity statement
Web address to apply http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/academic
Hard deadline January 1, 2020, 6:59pm CST
Contact
Web address for more information http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/academic
Contact name Peter Vallentyne
Contact email
Bookkeeping
Time created September 25, 2019, 10:56am UTC
Scheduled expiry date January 1, 2020, 6:59pm CST
Expired on January 2, 2020, 7:46pm CST
Last updated March 4, 2020, 3:00pm UTC
Last update notification
Removed need of research statement in "How to Apply" instructions.
January 2, 2020, 12:39pm UTC

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