Adjunct Faculty - Philosophy and Religion

Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 5,000 - 7,000; Part time

Job summary

Worcester Polytechnic Institute seeks part-time adjunct faculty to teach Philosophy and Religion courses in Worcester. The program emphasizes introductory courses, thematic surveys, and advanced topic seminars, with strengths in social justice, environment, and non-Western traditions.

We are inviting applications from scholars who can teach core Introduction to Philosophy and Religion, with a PhD in Philosophy or Religious Studies or ABD status.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching philosophy or religion courses.
• Ability to teach introductory Philosophy and Religion.
• Willingness to contribute to curriculum with creative pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory Philosophy and Religion courses.
• Lead intermediate thematic surveys and advanced topic seminars.
• Contribute to curriculum with diverse viewpoints and pedagogies.

Skills

Teaching experience

Course development

Adaptability

Education

PhD in Philosophy or Religious Studies

ABD status (PhD candidate)

Job description

JOB TITLE

Adjunct Faculty - Philosophy and Religion

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME

Humanities & Arts - JM

DIVISION NAME

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

Job Description Summary

Part-time adjunct faculty pool in Philosophy and Religion to fill opportunities on a course-by-course basis as need arises.

Job Description

The Humanities and Arts Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is regularly seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teachPhilosophy and Religions (PY-RE)courses.PY-REfaculty teach introductory courses,intermediate thematic surveys, andadvancedtopic seminars.WPI’sPY-RE program hasparticular strengthsin socialjusticeand environmental philosophy;underrepresented philosophical and religioustraditionsincluding feminism, critical race theory, and non-Westernworldviews;and studies ofscience,technology, and ethics.

Weanticipateneedfor adjunct faculty who could teach courses inbioethics, philosophy of science, epistemology, non-Western philosophies and religions (especially Chinese traditions), and critical race theory.All adjunct applicants should have thecapacity to teachour core introductory course,Introduction to Philosophy and Religion.

We are looking for outstanding scholars, but successful candidates mustalsodemonstrate teaching excellence and versatility as well as an abilityto jumpintoanexisting curriculum with creative and critical pedagogical approaches. A successful candidate should hold a PhD in Philosophy or Religious Studiesor be a doctoral student who is ABD.

Submitting an applicationthrough this part-time posting will place you in an applicant pool to fillPhilosophy and Religionadjunct facultyopportunities by the courseon an as needed basis.Specific topics and start dates will vary over the academic year.

Qualified applicantsfrom this applicant pool will be contacted as opportunitiesarise. Your application will remain in the pool until the posting closes. If you wish to be considered for positions beyond that date, then you must reapply.

Applicants Should Submit The Following

• cover letter that addresses relevant expertise and experience
• current c.v. that includes the names and contact information for three references
• evidence of teaching experience (syllabi, teaching portfolio, etc.)

Compensation

$6,000 per course

FLSA STATUS

United States of America (Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.