APTPUO - Winter 2027 - PHI2396-E00

University of Ottawa•Ottawa, ON

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Philosophy at the Faculty of Arts is seeking a Regular Part-Time Professor to teach Bioethics (PHI2396-E00) during the 2027 Winter Semester. This course will study moral issues in medical research and health care, exploring topics such as human and animal experimentation, the rights and duties of health professionals and patients, euthanasia, abortion, reproductive technologies, genetic screening, and funding and allocation decisions. The teaching mode is in-person, with classes scheduled on Tuesdays from 14:30 to 15:50 and Fridays from 16:00 to 17:20. The expected enrollment is 250 students, and the course is worth 3 credits. The instructor will be responsible for developing a syllabus subject to the approval of the Director of Undergraduate Studies and must follow the guidelines in the Instructors’ Handbook. The University of Ottawa is committed to diversity, inclusion, and employment equity, and welcomes applications from qualified Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQIA2S+ persons. The University is also committed to providing an accessible, barrier-free work environment and will provide accommodation during the recruitment process.

Requirements

Ph.D in Philosophy.
Experience in teaching at university level in Philosophy.
Competence in second language: N/A
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Responsibilities

Teach Bioethics (PHI2396-E00) during the 2027 Winter Semester.
Develop a syllabus subject to the approval of the Director of Undergraduate Studies.
Follow the guidelines specified in the Instructors’ Handbook.
Consult and follow the guidelines specified in the Instructors’ Handbook.