Faculty: Philosophy

Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor • Mequon, WI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Concordia University Wisconsin Ann Arbor (CUWAA) invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Philosophy teaching on the Mequon campus. The Philosophy program has a strong emphasis on a dialogue between Christian thought and secular philosophies. It explicitly upholds CUWAA's Mission statement, by helping students develop their minds 'for service to Christ in the church and the world.' More specifically, the Philosophy program fosters deep examination of who we are, what is real, and how we are called to think and act, thereby promoting intellectual development and self-knowledge for the student's personal growth and well-being and providing insights for Christian action in the world.

Requirements

• Candidates should have a strong grounding in the history of philosophy (Ancient, Medieval, or Modern) and a desire to teach a range of core classes as well as classes in the Philosophy and PPE programs.
• Candidates should be excellent, versatile teachers with a winsome, engaging style that fosters excitement and interest in studying philosophy within an academically diverse audience.
• Candidates should have a passion to integrate Christian insights into their research and teaching and strongly support a confessional Lutheran understanding of the world.
• Supportive of the mission and values of Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS)
• All Concordia University faculty are members of Christian congregations; members of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod receive preference in hiring.

Nice To Haves

• Additional degrees in related areas, such as Apologetics or Theology (MDiv, STM, or equivalent) may be an advantage.
• Highly qualified applicants making progress toward a doctorate in Philosophy will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Teaching assignments will include core classes, and other classes in the Philosophy and PPE programs based on student demand and the candidate's qualifications and interest.
• Other duties as assigned
• All faculty engage in scholarship, committee work, and advising.

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Personal Spending Account, Flexible Spending Account, and/or Health Savings Account
• Disability and Survivor Plan
• Retirement Pension Plan
• Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Tuition waiver benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree