Part-Time Faculty - Philosophy

Trinity University; United States; On-site; USD 8,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Trinity University is seeking a Part-Time Faculty for the Spring 2027 semester to teach Philosophy of Mind and one of the Ethics options. The appointment is non-renewable for one semester and involves syllabus development, lectures, discussions, and assessments.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. or ABD in Philosophy with prior undergrad teaching experience and a strong commitment to the liberal arts mission of Trinity University.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or ABD in Philosophy required.
• Experience teaching philosophy of mind to undergraduates preferred.
• Ability to design rigorous and meaningful assignments.
• Commitment to Trinity University's liberal arts mission.

Responsibilities

• Developing the course syllabus and ensuring that the syllabus meets departmental and University standards.
• Designing and delivering lectures, discussions, in-class activities, and assignments.
• Grading assigned papers, quizzes, and exams.
• Assigning early, midterm, and final grades in compliance with University deadlines.
• Maintaining office hours as directed by the department chair or program director.
• Making student accommodations as determined by the Office of Student Accessibility Services.
• Adhering to all instructional policies as published in the Faculty Handbook and the Courses of Study Bulletin.

Skills

Philosophy of Mind

Engaging lectures

Rigorous assignments

Liberal arts focus

Education

Ph.D. or ABD in Philosophy

Job description

Job Family Group: Faculty Time Type: Part time Department/Office: Philosophy Exemption Status: Exempt Job Description: Trinity University is seeking a Part-Time Faculty for the Spring 2027 semester to teach the following courses: PHIL-3431-1: Philosophy of Mind, AND EITHER: PHIL-1301-1: Knowledge, Reality, and the Good Life OR: PHIL 1354-1: Ethics

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Developing the course syllabus and ensuring that the syllabus meets departmental and University standards
• Designing and delivering lectures, discussions, in-class activities, and assignments
• Grading assigned papers, quizzes, and exams
• Assigning early, midterm, and final grades in compliance with University deadlines
• Maintaining office hours as directed by the department chair or program director
• Making student accommodations as determined by the Office of Student Accessibility Services
• Adhering to all instructional policies as published in the Faculty Handbook and the Courses of Study Bulletin

APPOINTMENT DETAILS

This position is a non-renewable, one-semester appointment.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Required: Ph.D. or ABD in Philosophy

EXPERIENCE

Preferred: Experience teaching philosophy of mind to undergraduates

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Mastery of the philosophy of mind
• Ability to deliver engaging lectures, discussions, and in-class activities
• Ability to design rigorous and meaningful assignments
• Commitment to the liberal arts mission of Trinity University

CONTACT INFORMATION

Dr. Andrew Kania, Search Committee Chair, Department of Philosophy, [e-mail]

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