Adjunct Instructor - Philosophy, Political Science, Theology

St. Ambrose University • Davenport, IA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

St. Ambrose University and its affiliate, Mount Mercy University, are seeking qualified applicants to serve as adjunct instructors for Philosophy, Political Science, and Theology courses within the Core Curriculum program. Successful candidates will be added to an adjunct faculty pool and positions will be filled on a semester-by-semester basis based on programmatic needs. Course assignments and formats (online and face-to-face) will vary by semester. The program is looking for instructors with expertise in teaching one or more of the following courses: PHIL 100 (The Examined Life), PHIL 146 (Humanity, Conflict, and Nonviolence), PHIL 301/THEO 301 (Beyond Productivity: Human Thriving in a Culture of Efficiency), PHIL 302/THEO 302 (Thinking Through the Hard Stuff), PSCI 145 (Civil Discourse & Civil Society), THEO 100 (Understanding Theology and the Common Good), THEO 146 (Memento Mori: Death & Dying), and THEO 300 (Saving Nature). The Core Curriculum aims to prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and ethical grounding to work courageously towards a just future, aligning with the university's mission as an inclusive, Catholic, and diocesan community of learners.

Requirements

• Master's degree or at least 18 graduate credit hours in the specific subject area (Philosophy, Political Science, Theology) or a closely related field.
• Reside in one of the authorized states for online adjunct teaching assignments: AK, AZ, AR, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, IA, LA, MI, MN, MO, NE, NV, ND, SD, TX, VA, WV, or WI.

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach Philosophy, Political Science, and Theology courses in the Core Curriculum.
• Deliver instruction in various formats, including online and face-to-face, depending on semester needs.
• Engage students in exploring philosophical, political, and theological questions related to meaningful life, conflict, human thriving, complex problems, civil discourse, justice, and environmental ethics.
• Utilize evidence-based reasoning and critical thinking skills in course instruction.
• Facilitate student understanding of diverse perspectives, ethical decision-making, and the common good.
• Assess student learning and provide constructive feedback.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level