Lecturer of Philosophy

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Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. The university prepares students for successful careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long learning through personalized attention in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through its award-winning, high-impact practices. One of only three selective universities within the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, more than 30 graduate programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional certificates, and continuing education programs.

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Job Summary

The College of Arts & Sciences seeks a Lecturer to teach undergraduate courses in Survey of Philosophy and occasionally an upper-level course in their area of expertise. This non-tenure track faculty position, based in the Department of Philosophy, Religion and Liberal Studies, is a 10-month academic year position, with the possibility of promotion to Senior Lecturer after 5 years.
 
Instruct academic courses and support the department, college and university goals by supporting the academic environment to benefit the educational mission of the University.
The faculty employee is expected to contribute to the departments educational mission.  Faculty will be expected to instruct our students in the respective disciplines at the undergraduate levels.

This position carries a non tenure track status.

Responsibilities

Faculty - Teaching/Instructing - 
Teaching Responsibilities 
- Full-time instructional load teaching in areas of expertise within the academic discipline
- Regular course meetings and instruction
- Mentoring students
- Other teaching responsibilities

Knowledge and ability to convey current philosophies, practices, and theories related to the academic discipline.

Faculty employees also contribute to the Georgia College & State University core curriculum by teaching topical freshman (GC1Y) or sophomore seminar (GC2Y) courses. All Georgia College & State University faculty share the responsibility of teaching our core curriculum and providing foundation courses for majors and non-majors alike.

Faculty - Professional Development - 
Faculty are expected to stay current in their field.

Faculty - Service to Institution - 
All faculty are expected to help the department in recruiting majors. 
Faculty members are expected to attend Department meetings and events.

Other - 
Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Terminal degree in Philosophy or in a closely related field.

Must meet SACSCOC accreditation requirements stated in C.S. 3.7.1 (www.sacscoc.org (faculty credentials))

Required Experience
A minimum of 18 graduate semester hours related to the discipline.

Teaching Experience as the primary instructor of record in Survey of Philosophy. 

Strong communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualification
Area of specialization in Philosophy of Law.

Proposed Salary

The proposed salary is $57,000.

Relocation is negotiable. 

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume/CV
• At least 3 references
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Teaching Philosophy
• Sample Syllabus for Survey of Philosophy and an upper level course

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Ability to build positive student relationships and provide mentorship. 

Ability to engage in continuous professional development.

Ability to manage multiple courses. 

Ability to collaborate with colleagues and participate in service. 

Ability to adapt to changing institutional needs.

Ability to maintain accurate records and meet deadlines.

Ability to teach Survey of Philosophy.

Ability to design creative, interdisciplinary courses that incorporate primary texts and engage students in the classroom. 

Ability to teach writing and discussion intensive classes.

Ability to incorporate different perspectives in a domestic and global context.

 

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered not a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel.
This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Criminal Background Check
• Education Verification