Visiting Instructor in Philosophy

UMass Lowell•Lowell, MA

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Philosophy at the University of Massachusetts Lowell invites applications for a full-time position at the rank of Visiting Instructor beginning in the 2026–27 academic year. The person filling this position will teach four sections of Engineering Ethics on campus in the fall and spring semesters, with the possibility of teaching an additional online section as an overload in the fall, spring, and/or summer semesters. The position also includes service and outreach activities, including active participation in continuing efforts to improve the department’s educational mission. The successful candidate will have strong competence in teaching engineering ethics courses and a demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching.

Requirements

A master’s degree in philosophy or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
Evidence of excellence in teaching a diverse student body.
A commitment to service at the department, university, and community levels.

Nice To Haves

A Ph.D. in Philosophy, Ethics, or closely related field from an accredited institution.
Prior experience teaching engineering ethics, professional ethics, applied ethics, or technology ethics.
Experience teaching multiple sections of the same course and coordinating shared learning outcomes or assessments.
Interest in teaching dual-enrollment students, including students participating in programs such as Commonwealth Collegiate Academy.

Responsibilities

Teach four sections of Engineering Ethics on campus in the fall and spring semesters.
Potentially teach an additional online section as an overload in the fall, spring, and/or summer semesters.
Engage in service and outreach activities.
Actively participate in continuing efforts to improve the department’s educational mission.