Adjunct Faculty - Introduction to Ethics

University of Mount Saint Vincent; New York (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

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

Students explore topics such as moral obligation, virtue, justice, law, and the good life, engaging with primary texts and developing critical reasoning in a liberal arts setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Philosophy (MA or PhD) or enrolled 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 to undergraduate students.
• Prepare course materials, assignments and assessments.
• Foster engaging classroom discussion and provide feedback to students.

Skills

Teaching

Student engagement

Philosophy knowledge

Education

MA or PhD in Philosophy

Job description

Founded by the Sisters of Charity of New York, the University of Mount Saint Vincent is an academically excellent, authentically inclusive, 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.

Start Date - January 18, 2027

Course schedule - Mondays & Wednesdays

• 11:15 AM to 12:40 PM
• 12:50PM to 2:15PM

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.

Requirements

• 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 - $1,100 per credit