Instructor of Philosophy

University of North Florida • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

The Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies is hiring a 9-month, non-tenure-earning Instructor of Philosophy. The position carries a 4/4 teaching load or its equivalent and reports to the Department Chair. The anticipated start date is August 2, 2027. The position is not supervisory. Working hours vary.

Applicants should submit an online application with a current curriculum vitae, cover letter, and statement of pedagogy. Names, phone numbers, and email addresses for three professional references will be requested during application review. The selected candidate must provide official transcripts and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations documenting the qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire. Additional documents may be required based on responses to Foreign Influence Review questions, including a passport (all pages, including blank pages) and Form DS-160 if ever submitted; otherwise, an explanation should be uploaded.

The position requires a background check and may also require a credit check. The incumbent is designated a Responsible Employee under Title IX and must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse involving students, employees, contractors, or visitors to the University’s Title IX Administrator or a divisional Title IX Coordinator.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in the department's disciplines or related fields.
• Submit a current curriculum vitae, cover letter, and statement of pedagogy.
• Provide official transcripts and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations documenting qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.
• Complete a background check; a credit check may also be required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching at the university level.

Responsibilities

• Teach a 4/4 course load or its equivalent.
• Promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse as required of a Title IX Responsible Employee.

What This Job Offers

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