Adjunct: Philosophy

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Center Valley (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 22,320 - 44,640; Part time

Job summary

DeSales University, located in Center Valley, PA, is inviting applications for adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate philosophy courses. The position requires a master’s degree in Philosophy or a related field, with ABD or Ph.D. preferred. Candidates should have prior college-level teaching experience and a demonstrated ability to clearly teach philosophical concepts. This role engages with the spiritual mission of a Catholic university. Applications can be submitted via email or in person, and will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a master’s degree in Philosophy or a closely related field; ABD or Ph.D. preferred.
• Prior college-level teaching experience is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to teach philosophical concepts clearly and engagingly.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate philosophy courses in various topics.
• Engage with students in the intellectual and spiritual mission of the university.
• Teach in-person at the Center Valley campus.

Skills

Teaching philosophical concepts

Understanding of Catholic intellectual tradition

Prior college-level teaching experience

Education

Master’s degree in Philosophy or closely related field

ABD or Ph.D. preferred

Job description

DeSales University’s Department of Philosophy & Theology housed in the College of Arts, Education, and Humanities invites applications for a pool of qualified adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate philosophy courses in upcoming semesters on campus in Center Valley, PA. Courses may include introductory surveys, ethics, logic, ancient, modern, or contemporary philosophy. We seek individuals who are committed to the intellectual and spiritual mission of a Catholic, Salesian university.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a master’s degree in Philosophy or a closely related field; ABD or Ph.D. preferred
• Prior college-level teaching experience is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to teach philosophical concepts clearly and engagingly
• Understanding of and respect for the Catholic intellectual tradition and its role within higher education
• Ability to teach in-person at our Center Valley, PA campus

Application Information

Candidates should submit the following materials (PDFs preferred):

1. Cover letter indicating your areas of teaching interest/expertise
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Unofficial graduate transcript(s)
4. Contact information for three references

Submit materials to

Heather Craft
Administrative Assistant, College of Arts, Education & Humanities
DeSales University
2755 Station Avenue
Center Valley, PA 18034
OR email to: [e-mail] (subject line: “Adjunct Philosophy Application – [LastName]”)

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue on a rolling basis until the pool is filled.