Assistant Professor of Instruction -- Applied Ethics

UNI; Cedar Falls (IA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Northern Iowa's Department of History invites applications for a renewable-term Assistant Professor of Instruction in Applied Ethics, beginning January 2027. The successful candidate will teach Business Ethics and Professional Ethics, collaborate with the Wilson College of Business, and contribute to campus-wide ethics education initiatives.

Earned doctorate in Philosophy is required, with a strong record in teaching ethics and a willingness to offer other courses within the

Qualifications

• Compelling record of effective teaching in Applied Ethics and ability to teach Ethics for Professional Life and Philosophy of Law.
• Experience teaching in person and online modalities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Business Ethics and Professional Ethics courses and other Philosophy offerings as needed.
• Collaborate with the Wilson College of Business on ethics education initiatives.
• Mentor students, participate in committees, and contribute to campus programming.

Skills

Applied Ethics

Ethics Education

Philosophy of Law

Online Teaching

Education

Philosophy Doctorate

Job description

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Full Consideration Date: 9/4/2026

Job Description

The University of Northern Iowa's Department of History seeks applications for a renewable term Assistant Professor of Instruction in Applied Ethics position, starting in January 2027. This position is endowed through the David W. Wilson Endowment for Integrity and Excellence in the Wilson College of Business, with the specific purpose of expanding ethics education across the campus. The successful candidate will be designated a Wilson Ethics Fellow. The position has a 4/4 teaching load. The successful candidate will be expected to teach Business Ethics and Professional Ethics, and to work collaboratively with UNI's Wilson College of Business within the context of its ethics education initiatives. The position will also offer the opportunity to teach other courses as part of the “Ethics, Philosophy, and Religion” program housed in the Department of History, depending on the candidate's qualifications, interests, and departmental needs. The Department is interested in candidates who will share the Department's commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and to engaged service (mentoring students, serving on committees, and offering programming on campus and in the wider community).

Education Requirements

Earned doctorate in Philosophy required.

Required Qualifications

• Compelling record of effective teaching in Applied Ethics as well as demonstrated ability to teach "Ethics for Professional Life" and "Philosophy of Law" required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to teach in multiple subfields of Applied Ethics.
• Record of effective teaching in both face-to-face and online modalities.
• Demonstrated ability to teach other Philosophy courses, such as Political Philosophy and Existentialism preferred.

Position Details

• Job Category: Faculty
• Type of Position: Renewable Term
• Service Schedule: Academic Year

Pre-employment background checks required.

For more information, please contact John Burnight, Search Committee Chair, at 319-273-7641 or [e-mail].

Benefits and Compensation

Iowa's cost of living is among the lowest in the nation and the Common Sense Institute ranks Iowa #1 for paycheck stretch. UNI enhances this advantage with an excellent benefits package for eligible non-temporary positions. Visit our Compensation Tools page to explore your estimated total compensation, compare Waterloo-Cedar Falls cost of living to other major cities or review the paycheck stretch ranking details. Learn more about the Cedar Valley at https://livethevalley.com/.

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Background Check Policy

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

Diversity & Inclusion

UNI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by federal and/or state law.

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University Overview

The University of Northern Iowa provides a high-quality and diverse educational experience, purposefully guiding students to find and develop their strengths and prepare them for success after college. The university's attractive size, approximately 9,200 students, allows UNI to offer faculty, facilities and academic choices characteristic of a much larger university while retaining a friendly, small-college atmosphere on a park-like campus. UNI has been consistently recognized as one of the “Best Midwest Universities” by U.S. News & World Report. Located in Cedar Falls/Waterloo, the campus is comprised of more than 40 buildings on 940 acres. Designated as a Best Place for Working Parents, UNI supports all individuals through family-friendly policies, practices and benefits. The University provides a comprehensive benefits package, enabling us to be highly competitive within the Cedar Valley and across the state.