Lecturer

The Philosophy Program at Suffolk University seeks a part-time instructor to teach one or two courses in the Fall 2025 semester. All classes are in-person and held on the Suffolk campus in downtown Boston. Applicants can indicate interest in teaching one or two of the classes listed below. 

In addition to the usual teaching duties (e.g., lecturing, facilitating discussion, grading), instructors are expected to respond to student inquiries and hold office hours.

Please email Prof. Chris Melenovsky with the following:

1. Recent CV
2. Contact information for references
3. Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g. course evaluations and/or teaching statement)
4. Statement identifying how you would teach the class requested (or draft syllabus)

Candidates must have at least an M.A. in Philosophy. Preference will be given to candidates with a Ph.D. in Philosophy.

Priority deadline for applications is July 28th, though applications are still welcome after that date. Please direct any questions to Prof. Chris Melenovsky ([email protected])

Classes to teach include:

PHIL-115 “Introduction to Philosophy” 

• Mon, Wed, Fri,  10:05 AM - 10:55 AM 

Description:A general introduction to the nature of philosophical analysis. Lectures, readings, and discussions will focus on representative issues and thinkers from the main areas of philosophy (such the nature of truth, reality, morality, politics, and religion). 1 term - 4 credits. Normally offered every year.

PHIL-127 “Contemporary Ethics” 

• Tuesday, 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM (Honors Section)
• Wednesday, 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
• Thursday, 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM 

Description: A critical examination of a number of contemporary moral issues such as: abortion, affirmative action, animal rights, capital punishment, cloning, drug legalization, environmental ethics, euthanasia, genetic engineering, gun control, pornography, same-sex marriage, suicide, war and terrorism, etc.

PHIL-210 “Ancient Traditions”

• Tuesday, Thursday, 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM

Description: This course is designed as a preliminary exploration into the historical emergence and development of ancient philosophical thought. Philosophical teachings from Thales to Aquinas will be presented as fundamental to all subsequent philosophy, ideologies, and current methodologies. Ancient philosophical writings and texts will be critically examined in terms of their metaphysical and cosmological claims concerning the nature and origin of the universe and our understanding of it. Normally offered every year.

PHIL-229 “Eco Feminism”

• Monday, 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM 

Description: Examines the political, social, and ecological problems facing us as a global community. Having its roots in feminist theory and deep-ecology, eco-feminism provides a critical framework for ecological responsibility and accountability. Writings from eco-feminist thinkers and environmental activists around the world will be used to highlight the philosophical and political conflicts and challenges, including the globalization and loss of bio-diversity, global warming, international human rights, the relationship of gender and nature, and modes of redress for eco-justice and sustainable development.