Open Rank Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Philosophy

Loyola Marymount University • Westchester, IL

6d • $84,000

About The Position

Open Rank Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Philosophy, beginning Fall 2026. 2/2, 2/3 course load over two years. Undergraduate and M.A.-level teaching. AOS: Social and Political Philosophy. AOC: Catholic political thought, broadly understood. Ph.D. in Philosophy or related discipline required; exceptional ABD applicants who anticipate completion of the doctorate by Fall 2026 will be considered. The department has interests in the philosophy of economics, the history of philosophy, and Mexican philosophy. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the University’s newly-established program in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics. As a pluralistic department that values and respects a diverse range of philosophical approaches, we seek applicants who embrace this vision and who will contribute to the Catholic tradition of philosophical inquiry. Our department is at the center of a Catholic university whose mission is inspired and guided by the traditions of the Jesuits and the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary. We are seeking to hire a dedicated teacher-scholar who will contribute to the department’s goal of helping students of all backgrounds to become critical and reflective thinkers. Candidates should submit application materials via the LMU Human Resources online application portal. Please note that the online portal can only accept five attached files at a maximum. Please submit the following four items to the online application portal: (1) a letter of application, which should address the candidate’s perspective on both philosophical pluralism and the Catholic intellectual tradition as they animate teaching, scholarship, and collegial life in a department; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) evidence of teaching effectiveness, saved as a single PDF; (4) a writing sample not to exceed 25 pages. Three confidential letters of recommendation should be sent directly to [email protected] . Questions about the position should be sent to Dr. Scott Roniger, Search Committee Chair: [email protected] . Complete applications must be received by March 20, 2026. Uniquely qualified individual identified. Faculty Regular Reasonable expected salary: $84,000.00 Please note that this position may not be eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future. Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. 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Requirements

• Ph.D. in Philosophy or related discipline required; exceptional ABD applicants who anticipate completion of the doctorate by Fall 2026 will be considered
• AOS: Social and Political Philosophy
• AOC: Catholic political thought, broadly understood
• Candidates should submit application materials via the LMU Human Resources online application portal
• Please submit the following four items to the online application portal: (1) a letter of application, which should address the candidate’s perspective on both philosophical pluralism and the Catholic intellectual tradition as they animate teaching, scholarship, and collegial life in a department; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) evidence of teaching effectiveness, saved as a single PDF; (4) a writing sample not to exceed 25 pages.
• Three confidential letters of recommendation should be sent directly to [email protected]
• Complete applications must be received by March 20, 2026
• Please note that this position may not be eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Responsibilities

• Undergraduate and M.A.-level teaching
• Contribute to the University’s newly-established program in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics
• Contribute to the department’s goal of helping students of all backgrounds to become critical and reflective thinkers

What This Job Offers

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