Visiting Assistant Professor, Philosophy
About The Position
The Department of Philosophy at Skidmore College invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professor position in Philosophy for the 2026-2027 academic year beginning late August. This is a one-year sabbatical replacement appointment. AOS: open; AOC: non-European philosophy or ethics. The Department of Philosophy at Skidmore emphasizes active engagement with philosophical texts, with the histories and traditions of philosophy, and with current issues of deep significance. The department welcomes a variety of philosophical traditions and approaches. For more information about the department, please visit our website at: http://www.skidmore.edu/philosophy Skidmore is a highly selective liberal arts college that fosters creative approaches to teaching and learning. Skidmore’s faculty of teacher-scholars are devoted to the instruction and mentoring of approximately 2500 talented undergraduates. With its relatively small size and student-faculty ratio, the College is a close-knit academic community.
Requirements
- Candidates with a Ph.D. in Philosophy by August 2026 are strongly preferred, although strong ABD applicants will be considered.
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level.
Responsibilities
- Teach 18 credit hours per year, divided among five courses per academic year (a 2-3 load), including Introduction to Philosophy and courses in the VAP’s areas of expertise and/or competence that complement the Department’s offerings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
