Visiting Assistant Professor (EXPIRED)

VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (Philosophy):  The United States Military Academy, Department of English and Philosophy, seeks applicants with a Ph.D. in philosophy for a terminal three-year appointment as a Visiting Assistant Professor beginning in July 2023.  Candidates will be evaluated according to the following factors:  (i) advanced degree (Ph.D.) in philosophy; (ii) ability to teach undergraduate cadets the core-curriculum introductory philosophy course, which has a strong emphasis on ethics and the morality of warfare.  There may also be an opportunity to teach elective courses in philosophy within our philosophy major.  Additional duties include cadet counseling and support of cadet extracurricular activities.  Applicants need not have any military experience but must have a genuine concern for the development of competent, committed military officers.  Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.  The United States Military Academy, an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcomes applications from men, women, and minorities.  To receive full consideration, applicants must submit curriculum vitae, a dissertation abstract, academic transcripts, at least three letters of reference, Teaching Philosophy, and form DD214 (if claiming veteran’s preference) to the Department of English and Philosophy, ATTN:  Ms. Kris Fox, U.S. Military Academy, West Point, NY 10996-1791.  FAX (845) 938-2562; e-mail [email protected] .  All application documents must arrive no later than 17 March 2023.  Electronic submissions preferred. More information on our department can be found at: https://www.westpoint.edu/academics/academic-departments/english-and-philosophy/majors-and-minors