Instructor of Philosophy

University of North Florida Alumni Association • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

This is a 9-month, non-tenure-earning Instructor of Philosophy position in the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies. The role carries a 4/4 teaching load or its equivalent and reports to the Department Chair. Working hours vary. This is not a supervisory role.

The position is expected to begin on August 2, 2027. Applicants must submit an online application with a current curriculum vitae, cover letter, and statement of pedagogy. Three professional references’ names and contact information will be requested during application review. The selected candidate must submit official transcripts and, where applicable, U.S. degree-equivalency evaluations documenting the qualifying credentials by the date of hire. Additional documents may be required based on responses to the Foreign Influence Review questions, including a passport (all pages, including blank pages) and Form DS-160 if ever submitted, or an explanation if it was not submitted.

Initial application review begins in October 2026. The posting is open until filled. The position requires a background check and may also require a credit check. The holder is designated a Responsible Employee under Title IX and must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse to the University’s Title IX Administrator or a divisional Title IX Coordinator.

The Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies offers courses in philosophy and religious studies that develop students’ critical thinking, communication, and ethical decision-making skills while examining how ideas, practices, and beliefs shape cultures.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in the department’s disciplines or related fields.
• Submit a current curriculum vitae, cover letter, and statement of pedagogy with the online application.
• The selected candidate must provide official transcripts and, as applicable, U.S. degree-equivalency evaluations documenting the conferral of qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.
• Undergo 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