Visiting Assistant Professor of Philosophy
About The Position
The Department of Philosophy at Virginia Tech invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor position to begin August 10, 2026. We seek a colleague with a PhD in Philosophy whose teaching and research interests will strengthen our undergraduate curriculum and departmental community. The area of specialization (AOS) is value theory (broadly construed) and the area of concentration (AOC) is open. Successful candidates for this position will have a commitment to contributing positively to a supportive departmental community. A VAP in the Department of Philosophy will teach a 3–3 undergraduate course load. We welcome candidates who can teach general philosophy courses, including foundational courses like Knowledge and Reality, in addition to value theory courses, such as Morality and Justice, Global Ethics, and Ethical Theory. This is a full-time, non-tenure-track, one-year appointment with the possibility of renewal up to three years based on performance and the availability of funding.
Requirements
- A PhD in Philosophy by the time of appointment
- An active and relevant research agenda
- Undergraduate teaching experience
- Experience mentoring students
Responsibilities
- Teach a 3–3 undergraduate course load
- Teach general philosophy courses, including foundational courses like Knowledge and Reality
- Teach value theory courses, such as Morality and Justice, Global Ethics, and Ethical Theory
- Contribute positively to a supportive departmental community
Benefits
- Participation in professional development opportunities
- Participation in university shared governance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
