Visiting Assistant Professor (EXPIRED)

DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY: Visiting Assistant Professor 2023-2024

Job Type One year full-time position

Is Tenure Track: No

Job Summary
The Department of Philosophy at Gettysburg College invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor, beginning August 2023. Candidates will be expected to teach six courses in the 2023-2024 year, which will include Introduction to Philosophy, additional 100-level courses, two courses at the 200-level, and a 300-level course, and be an active participant in vibrant departmental programming.  We especially welcome candidates who bring a broad and deep understanding of the history of philosophy with a focus outside the Anglo-American canon, a commitment to the ethos of the liberal arts tradition, and who can contribute to the department’s pluralistic approach to philosophy. 

Gettysburg College is a highly selective liberal arts college located within 90 minutes of the Baltimore/Washington metropolitan area. Established in 1832, the College has a rich history and is situated on a 220-acre campus with an enrollment of approximately 2,600 students. Gettysburg College celebrates diversity and welcomes applications from members of any group that has been historically underrepresented in the American academy.   Qualifications Ph.D. degree preferred but not required at time of appointment. The successful candidate will have a strong teaching record and a maturing research agenda, be committed to undergraduate education, and contribute to the diversity of our curriculum and/or community.  Special Instructions to Applicants A cover letter addressed to Professor Gary Mullen, Search Committee Chair,curriculum vitae, the names and email addresses of three professional references, at least one of which should be able to speak to the candidate’s teaching effectiveness.  After the applicant completes the online application, the professional references indicated will be contacted by Gettysburg College via email to submit letters of recommendation electronically.   

For full consideration, applications should be received by May 19, 2023.  Inquiries can be addressed to Professor Mullen at [email protected]. 

EEO Statement
Gettysburg College, an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal, state, local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and admission. The College prohibits discrimination and harassment, and provides equal opportunity without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital/familial status, possession of a General Education Development Certificate (GED) as compared to a high school diploma, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex, age, or genetic information in all aspects of employment, educational programs, activities, and admissions. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Gettysburg College prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex (i.e., which includes but is not limited to the prohibition of sexual misconduct and relationship violence, including sexual assault and harassment) in all of its educational programs and activities.  Posting Number 20100191F