Visiting Lecturer
Department of Political Science and Philosophy, Indiana University South Bend
| Job category | Visiting fellowship / Professorship / Fixed term |
| AOS | Open |
| AOC | Ethics and Critical Thinking |
| AOC categories |
Ethics |
| Workload | Full time |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Location |
Remote work Organization based in South Bend, Indiana, United States |
| Start date | Spring 2026 (January 12, 2026) |
| Job description |
The Department of Political Science and Philosophy at Indiana University, South Bend invites applications for a one semester Visiting Lecturer position for the Spring Semester of the 2026 academic year. We are seeking an engaging instructor to join our collegial department and contribute to our undergraduate curriculum. The area of specialization is open and the area of competence is ethics and critical thinking. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellent teaching and student mentorship. Responsibilities: * Teach a 4-course online course load during the Spring 2026 semester. There is no possibility of renewal *Develop and deliver course content for assigned undergraduate courses, which include introductory-level courses we teach like Critical Thinking and Applied Ethics, Critical Thinking, and Introduction to Philosophy |
| How to apply | |
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| Instructions |
· Required: at least an M.A. in philosophy, but Ph.D. in Philosophy (or be ABD) preferred by the time of appointment.
· Required: Evidence of effective and innovative teaching at the undergraduate level.
· Preferred: Prior teaching experience in a similar higher education environment.
Application Instructions: To apply, please submit the following materials:
· A letter of application addressing your interest in the position and relevant qualifications.
· Curriculum Vitae.
· A statement of teaching philosophy
· Names of three individuals who could serve as references.
· Official transcripts for all graduate work.
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| Email to apply | |
| Deadline for full consideration: | November 14, 2025, 11:59pm EST |
| Hard deadline | No deadline specified (applications considered on an ongoing basis) |
| Contact | |
| Contact name | Warren (J.R.) Shrader |
| Contact email | |
| Contact phone | 5743107183 |
| Bookkeeping | |
| Time created | October 30, 2025, 7:26pm UTC |
| Scheduled expiry date | April 28, 2026, 2:57pm EST |
| Last updated | October 30, 2025, 7:26pm UTC |
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| Job Market Calendar |
This institution has indicated that the position advertised will not follow the APA's recommended job market calendar. An explanation, if provided, appears below.
This is an emergency visiting lecturer hire required by the retirement of a professor in our department effective at the end of the Fall Semester 2025 |
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