AY 26-27 Adjunct Faculty Pool - Philosophy

Portland State University, College of Urban and Public Affairs; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 900 - 1,100; Part time

Job summary

Portland State University, College of Urban and Public Affairs invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor in the Department of Philosophy. Courses primarily cover 300-level Philosophy and are integrated with University Studies Junior Clusters. Applicants must have a Master’s degree and college teaching experience, with a preferred Ph.D.

in Philosophy and prior teaching in a college setting. Background checks are required, and candidates should submit a resume and CV; optional documents

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution and prior college-level teaching experience.
• Ph.D. in Philosophy from an accredited institution and prior college-level teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach 300-level Philosophy courses that are part of University Studies Junior Clusters.

Skills

College-level teaching experience

Education

Master’s degree

Ph.D. in Philosophy

Job description

Position Summary

The position is an Adjunct Instructor position in the Department of Philosophy at Portland State University. The courses typically taught by our Adjunct pool are 300-level Philosophy courses that are also part of University Studies Junior Clusters.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree from an accredited institution and prior college-level teaching experience. Applicants must live in Oregon or SW Washington.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in Philosophy from an accredited institution and prior college-level teaching experience.

Key Cultural Competencies

• Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
• Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
• Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
• Adheres to all PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Environmental Stewardship

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.

Professional Standards

All employees are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the PSU Professional Standards of Conduct.

Compensation

Adjunct faculty members are paid per credit hour according to the PSUFA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Background Check

Background check required: Yes.

Application Documents

Required documents:

• Resume
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional documents:

• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Teaching Interest

Contact

Please submit a cover letter and a curriculum vitae. If you have questions about this adjunct faculty opening, please email [e-mail] and enter “Adjunct Faculty Application” in the subject line.