Adjunct Instructor - Philosophy

Lincoln Memorial University; Tennessee; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Memorial University seeks a philosophy instructor to teach 100- and 200-level courses online and on campus in Harrogate, Tennessee. Responsibilities include delivering PHIL 100-Meaning of Life, PHIL 200-Introduction to Philosophy, and PHIL 210-Logic and Critical Thinking, typically one course per semester. The ideal candidate holds an MA in Philosophy, with a Ph.D.

in Philosophy preferred. The position supports both online and in-person formats within a values-based liberal arts

Qualifications

• MA in Philosophy is required.
• Ph.D. in Philosophy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach 100- and 200-level Philosophy courses, online and in-person (PHIL 100, PHIL 200, PHIL 210).
• Typically, one course per semester.

Skills

Teaching philosophy courses

Online teaching

In-person instruction

Education

Master's degree in Philosophy

PhD in Philosophy (preferred)

Job description

The instructional faculty member shall have the primary responsibilities of teaching 100- and 200-level Philosophy courses, online and in-person, to include PHIL 100-Meaning of Life, PHIL 200-Introduction to Philosophy, and PHIL 210-Logic and Critical Thinking. Typically, one course per semester.

Required Qualifications

M.A. in Philosophy

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in Philosophy

Physical Demands

Campus

Campus Harrogate

Posting Number

Posting Number F01719P

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 08/12/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 12/31/2026

Open Until Filled No

About the Institution

Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee.

AA/EEO Statement

Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities.

The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual’s identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual’s criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position.

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