Full-Time Philosophy Instructor — Ethics, Bioethics & Science

Medicine Hat, AB; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Medicine Hat College’s School of Arts, Science, and Education invites applications for a full-time term certain Instructor in Philosophy for the 2026-2027 academic year, commencing January 1, 2027. This is a full-time, in-person position at the Medicine Hat Campus.

The successful candidate will teach five course sections across Philosophy: Values and Ethics, Bioethics, and Philosophy of Science, serving university transfer and college programs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in philosophy required; PhD preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
• Relevant post-secondary teaching experience is an asset.
• Willingness to join a collaborative team focused on student success.
• Strong communication skills and computer literacy are important.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver course material.
• Develop and assess assignments and examinations.
• Provide constructive and timely feedback to students.
• Maintain student records and oversee scheduled office hours.
• Support students and colleagues through instructional and administrative duties.
• Collaborate with colleagues and undertake program-related duties.

Skills

Moral philosophy

Bioethics

Undergraduate teaching

Reading comprehension

Argumentative writing

Education

Master's degree in philosophy

PhD preferred

Job description

Medicine Hat College’s School of Arts, Science, and Education invites applications for a full-time term certain Instructor in Philosophy for the 2026-2027 academic year, commencing January 1, 2027. This is a full-time, in-person position at the Medicine Hat Campus.

The successful candidate will teach five course sections across Philosophy: Values and Ethics, Bioethics, and Philosophy of Science, serving university transfer and college programs.