Lecturer in Philosophy

University of the Incarnate Word; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 2,800 - 3,100; Part time

Job summary

The Philosophy Department at University of the Incarnate Word invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Philosophy to teach undergraduate courses in philosophy within the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences. UIW expects high professional ethics aligned with the university mission.

Responsibilities include preparing course outlines, delivering engaging lectures, creating assessments, and collaborating with colleagues.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Philosophy.
• PhD in Philosophy preferred.
• 1 year undergraduate teaching experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved syllabi; deliver engaging lectures.
• Prepare and administer timely assessments for assigned courses.
• Collaborate with departmental faculty to meet curriculum outcomes.
• Be available outside of class to help students learn (1 hour per 3-hour class).
• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook; maintain records and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students.
• Stay in contact with department chair and attend meetings as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

In-person & online teaching

Instructional technology use

Flexible scheduling (day/evening/weeke

Diversity & inclusion

Professional ethics

Education

Master of Arts in Philosophy (or related field with 18 grad hours)

PhD in Philosophy (preferred)

Job description

Position Summary

The Philosophy Department invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Philosophy within the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. Position will teach undergraduate courses in Philosophy. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of faculty members at the University include teaching with service and professional activities as assigned.

Special Instructions to Applicant

This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty in this discipline as needed during the academic year.

Basic Instructional Duties

• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
• Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to deliver instruction both in-person and/or online as needed.
• Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching.
• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

Master of Arts Degree in Philosophy or Master's Degree in a related field, with at least 18 graduate hours in Philosophy.

Required Work Experience

None specified.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level, with documentation of student evaluations.
• Ph.D. in Philosophy.

Required Certifications, Licenses Or Registrations

None specified.

Work Hours

Based on course assignment.

Physical Demands

Typical for faculty in this discipline.

Posting Number

UN1001PO

Job Type

Part Time

Job Category

Faculty

Reports To

Dean, College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences

Salary

$2800/class (Master's); $3100/class (Doctorate)

Open Date

03/13/2026

Close Date

01/31/2027

Open Until Filled

No

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).