Lecturer in Philosophy (EXPIRED)

St. Mary’s University invites applications for a Lecturer in the Department of Philosophy beginning August 2024 for a one-year appointment. Area of Specialization: Open, Area of Competence: Open. Candidates for the position should have a PhD in Philosophy from an accredited institution. ABD candidates will also be considered.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach four classes in fall semesters and four classes in spring semesters for the Department of Philosophy. The ideal candidate will have experience teaching introduction to philosophy and ethics, both of which are required courses for St. Mary’s core curriculum.  Additional duties include holding office hours and advising students. Research and publications are valued but not required for this position.

St. Mary's University, as a Catholic Marianist University, fosters the formation of people in faith and educates leaders for the common good through community, integrated liberal arts and professional education, and academic excellence: www.stmarytx.edu/about. St. Mary's is the oldest Catholic university in the Southwest and continues to advocate the Marianist mission. St. Mary's enrolls approximately 3500 students in a diverse university with four schools, more than 40 academic programs including Ph.D. and J.D. programs, and numerous pre-professional programs. The successful candidate is expected to support and contribute to the University's Marianist educational mission.

St. Mary’s University is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to furthering diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages all qualified candidates apply.

To apply for the position, the employment application must be submitted at http://stmarytx.applicantpro.com/jobs/ along with following supporting documents: (1) a cover letter addressing the applicant’s interest in position, (2) a current curriculum vitae, (3) official graduate transcripts confirming the doctoral degree, (4) a teaching dossier including a statement of teaching philosophy, and (5) a sample of scholarly writing. In addition, three letters of reference should be submitted to the Chair of the Philosophy Department, Dr. J. Colin McQuillan, at [email protected]. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a clear background check.