Adjunct, Philosophy

Clay Today; Long Branch, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Tuition Remission

403(b) plan deferrals

On campus Fitness Center

Job summary

Monmouth University in West Long Branch, NJ is seeking applications for Adjunct Professors of Philosophy in the History and Anthropology department. The candidate will teach 3–6 credits per semester, hold weekly office hours, and use the university's LMS (D2L).

Courses are taught in person on the West Long Branch campus and an ongoing pool for adjuncts is maintained. Applicants should hold a Master's degree in Philosophy or a related field and have post-secondary teaching experience, plus strong

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Philosophy.
• Teaching experience at the post-secondary level.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach 3–6 credits during the semester.
• Develop and deliver course lectures, discussions and assignments in accordance with the curriculum and learning objectives.
• Provide time during the week to meet with students outside of class.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment conducive to student engagement and academic success.
• Develop and administer projects and exams to evaluate student learning outcomes and provide grades in a timely manner.
• Provide timely feedback and guidance to students to support their learning and development.

Skills

Teaching experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Philosophy

Post-secondary teaching experience

Job description

Adjunct, Philosophy

Job Category: Adjunct

Requisition Number: ADJUN001246

Posted: March 13, 2026

Contract: Part Time

Work arrangement: On-site

Location: Monmouth University Main Campus, West Long Branch, NJ

Monmouth University is seeking applications for Adjunct Professors of Philosophy in the History and Anthropology department.

The candidate is expected to teach 3 – 6 credits per semester, hold office hours (be available to meet with students a minimum of one hour per week per 3 credits taught), and use the university's designated LMS system (D2L). Courses are taught in person at the West Long Branch campus. Adjunct positions remain posted continuously to expand the university's pool of qualified adjunct faculty.

This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.

Additional Application Material Required:

Monmouth University requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted via the university's career portal. In addition to the application, candidates must upload the following documents. Applications will not be considered complete for review until all required documents are uploaded.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Contact Information for Three Professional References
• Two Letters of Recommendation

Optional Documents:

None

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach 3-6 credits during the semester.
• Develop and deliver course lectures, discussions and assignments in accordance with the curriculum and learning objectives.
• Provide time during the week to meet with students outside of class.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment conducive to student engagement and academic success.
• Develop and administer projects and exams to evaluate student learning outcomes and provide grades in a timely manner.
• Provide timely feedback and guidance to students to support their learning and development.

Enrichment Statement:

Monmouth University values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the teaching and service missions of the university.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree or higher in Philosophy or a related field
• Teaching experience at the post-secondary level
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

None

Special Instructions to Applicants:

We encourage candidates to include information in the cover letter that addresses their approach to teaching and their plans to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in their position at Monmouth University.

Questions regarding this search should be directed to:

Maryanne Rhett, Ph.D., History & Anthology Department at [e-mail] or 732-263-5768

Note to Applicants:

Adjunct positions remain posted continuously to expand the university's pool of qualified adjunct faculty. Screening of applications will commence when an open position becomes available.

Working at Monmouth University perks:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Tuition Remission
• Employee elective deferrals to TIAA, 403(b) plan
• On campus, Fitness Center – free membership

Department:

History & Anthropology

Work Schedule:

varies

Total Weeks Per Year:

14

Expected Salary:

$1,100 per/credit

Union:

N/A

Job Posting Close Date:

N/A

Equal Opportunity Employer

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