Adjunct Faculty - Introduction to Ethics

University of Mount Saint Vincent; New York (NY); On-site; USD 1,136,520 - 1,618,680; Part time

Job summary

A liberal arts university in New York is seeking an instructor to teach Introduction to Ethics. The role involves engaging students with ethical questions and primary philosophical texts, focusing on developing critical reasoning skills. The ideal candidate will hold a graduate degree in Philosophy and demonstrate a commitment to teaching and student engagement. Compensation is $1000 per credit, with classes scheduled on Mondays and Wednesdays in the afternoon.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree, MA or PhD, in Philosophy or current enrollment in a Philosophy PhD program.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching and close engagement with students.
• Prior teaching experience in higher education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Introduction to Ethics, introducing students to core ethical questions.
• Engage students with primary philosophical texts.
• Help students develop critical reasoning and reflect on the nature of the good life.

Skills

Commitment to teaching

Critical reasoning skills

Education

Graduate degree (MA or PhD) in Philosophy

Job description

Overview

Founded by the Sisters of Charity of New York, the University of Mount Saint Vincent is an academically excellent, inclusively Catholic and ecumenical liberal arts university. The University combines a strong core curriculum with a full array of majors in the liberal arts and, within the tradition of liberal education, selected professional fields of study.

At Mount Saint Vincent, a student’s education extends beyond knowledge, skills, and preparation for work. We seek the development of the whole person. In the spirit of Vincent de Paul and Elizabeth Ann Seton, we foster an understanding of our common humanity, a commitment to human dignity, and a full appreciation of our obligations to each other.

Start Date - August 18, 2025. Course schedule - Mondays & Wednesdays, 2:30 PM - 3:55 PM.

Job Description

The Department of Philosophy invites applications for an instructor to teach Introduction to Ethics, an undergraduate course that introduces students to philosophy through the examination of core ethical questions.

Course Description

Introduction to Ethics explores foundational topics in moral philosophy, including:

• Moral obligation
• Virtue
• Justice
• Law
• Good and evil

Students will engage with primary philosophical texts, develop critical reasoning skills, and reflect on the nature of the good life.

Qualifications

• A graduate degree (MA or PhD) in Philosophy, or current enrollment in a Philosophy PhD program
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching and close engagement with students
• Prior teaching experience in higher education is strongly preferred

Benefits

Allotted salary - $1000 per credit