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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
Application type Email
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.
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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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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