Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor in Philosophy

The Wellesley College Philosophy Department invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor (VATP) to teach two courses during the 26-27 academic year. The VATP will teach an intermediate-level Philosophy of Mind course in Fall 2026, and a second course in Spring 2027 to be determined in consultation with the Department. Possibilities include Introduction to Metaphysics and Epistemology, Medical Ethics, Environmental Ethics, Philosophy of Language, and Rationality and Action. Depending on the applicant pool, two different VATPs may be hired to each teach one course, so applicants should be sure to specify in their cover letter whether they are applying to teach only one of the needed courses (and which one) or both.

In addition to class meeting times, the applicant will hold regular office hours in person and promptly respond to student inquiries throughout the semester.

Basic Qualifications:

Applicants must hold or be about to receive the Ph.D in Philosophy. Prior teaching experience is an essential qualification for this position. There is no possibility of renewal for this position.

Position Information:

• Teaching Load: 2 courses per year

• Term of Appointment: 2026-2027, no possibility of renewal

• Target Start Date: August 31, 2026

• Minimum Salary: $20,000 ($10,000 per course taught)

Application Deadline: March 15, 2026. If circumstances do not allow you to submit materials through our online application system, please email us at [email protected]. 

How to Apply:

A complete application will include:

• a brief cover letter that explains your qualifications to teach the desired courses

• a CV

• a graduate transcript

• a sample of scholarly work (e.g. a dissertation chapter or journal article)

• evidence of teaching excellence (e.g. a teaching statement, sample syllabi, student evaluations)

• the names and email addresses of three references (letters of reference will be submitted by your referees)

Please submit these materials online at: https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/recruiting/wellesley/wellesley-faculty

This position is in a collective bargaining unit represented by Wellesley Organized Academic Workers – UAW (WOAW-UAW). To learn more please visit:  WOAW-UAW website and current Collective Bargaining Agreement .

Company Description and Benefits 

Wellesley’s mission is to provide an excellent liberal arts education to women who will make a difference in the world. We advance our mission by working together as a community—faculty, students, staff, and alumnae.  For those roles that are half-time or greater, we offer a comprehensive array of benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and a retirement savings plan. Benefits are governed by plan documents and eligibility provisions.