Assistant Professor of Philosophy

Maryland Connect; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Salisbury University invites applications for the open position of Assistant Professor of Philosophy. The role requires teaching six courses (24 credits) per academic year, with some courses in Philosophy of Healthcare, and a strong emphasis on undergraduate teaching and research.

The successful candidate will support the Health Humanities minor, collaborate with CHHS pre-professional programs, and contribute to curriculum development, department service, and public outreach.

Qualifications

• PhD in Philosophy or adjacent fields.
• Expertise in Philosophy of Healthcare.
• ABD considered.
• AOS: open, with preference for expertise in Philosophy of Healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Teach six courses (24 credits) per academic year in Philosophy, including Healthcare topics.
• Support the Health Humanities minor and CHHS pre-professional programs through curriculum development.
• Perform service to the department, school and the profession.
• Teach general education courses and engage in public outreach.

Skills

Philosophy of Healthcare expertise

AOS: open

Education

PhD in Philosophy

ABD considered

Job description

Job Posting

JR102215 Assistant Professor of Philosophy (Open)

Department

Philosophy Department, PM

Position Type

Regular

Open Date

09-30-2026

Close Date

$70,000 to $77,000

Job Description

Job Summary

The primary duty will be to teach six courses (24 credits) per academic year in Philosophy, some of which will be in Philosophy of Healthcare. This role requires a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, research and professional development. This role will support our Health Humanities minor, and our collaboration with the CHHS pre-professional programs through teaching and curriculum development. This role is also expected to perform service to the department, school and the profession, and to teach our general education courses. Finally, this role will support the department’s public outreach.

Authority and Accountability

This position reports to the Chair of the Philosophy Department.

Required/Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Philosophy or adjacent fields
• Expertise in Philosophy of Healthcare
• ABD considered
• AOS: open, with preference for expertise in Philosophy of Healthcare

Preferred Qualifications

• AOC: Ethics, Critical Thinking, and Social and Political Philosophy
• Experience or interest in Public Philosophy
• Grounded in History of Philosophy, broadly

Additional Job Information

The position is a full-time, exempt state role with comprehensive benefits.

Priority will be given to applicants who apply by November 1, 2026. However, the position will remain open until filled.

Salisbury University (SU) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. SU is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.