Lecturer Philosophy Department

Lecturer

The Department of Philosophy at Carnegie Mellon University invites applications for a Lecturer position to begin in Fall 2025. AOS: Philosophy of Science AOC: history of philosophy or mainstream (i.e. non-formal) epistemology.  Example of the kinds of teaching needs in core undergraduate courses in the mainstream philosophy curriculum include, but are not limited to, Philosophy of Science, Philosophy of Social Science, Philosophy of Economics, Revolutions in Science, Knowledge and Justified Belief, Critical Thinking, Intro to Philosophy, Early Modern Philosophy, and Experience, Reason, and Truth.

Lecturer appointments are three-year, renewable appointments with the possibility of promotion to Senior or Principal Lecturer after undergoing successful review every 3 years.  Lecturers in Philosophy teach a 3-3 load, usually including some introductory-level courses and undergraduate advising. Lecturers are not expected to take on major advising or service work, but can undertake such work in exchange for teaching release on a case-by-case basis.  Retention and promotion decisions for the Lecturer track are grounded entirely on contributions to the department’s pedagogical activities.

A successful applicant will have:

• A PhD in Philosophy conferred by the start date;
• A demonstrated interest in a career devoted primarily to teaching rather than research;
• Evidence of teaching excellence.

The search committee will begin considering applications on April 15, 2025. To apply, submit the following materials:

1. A cover letter that details your interests in an academic career primarily focused on undergraduate teaching as well as a statement of your past and/or potential contributions to diversity in the field via teaching, research, and/or service;
2. Curriculum vitae;
3. A teaching portfolio including:
   1. A teaching statement describing your teaching experience and your approach to teaching;
   2. Sample syllabi;
   3. Sample teaching materials (e.g. detailed class plans, class activities, sample assignments, rubrics, etc) that illustrate your approach to course design, student engagement, and assessment;
   4. Copies of non-confidential faculty course evaluations from students, peers, or a combination of both, if available;
   5. Any other evidence of pedagogical experience or expertise
4. A writing sample that demonstrates your philosophical acumen.

 Applicants should also arrange for confidential letters of recommendation to be sent from three referees.  Please ensure that your referees speak to your teaching experience and abilities.