Philosophy Professor (Tenure-Track)-Students & Incarcerated

Holy Cross College at Notre Dame; Notre Dame (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Holy Cross College in Notre Dame invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Philosophy (tenure track) to begin July 2027. You will teach eight undergraduate philosophy courses annually, four on the main campus and four at the Westville Correctional Facility, integrating Catholic intellectual tradition and liberal arts formation.

The candidate must hold a Ph.D. in Philosophy (or ABD); prior college teaching and a commitment to the College’s Catholic mission are preferred.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Philosophy required or ABD in progress.
• Experience teaching undergraduate philosophy preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population.
• Proven experience teaching incarcerated students is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach eight undergraduate philosophy courses per year (24 credit-hours).
• Teach four courses on main campus and four at Westville Correctional Facility.
• Conduct regular office hours on campus and engage with program leadership.
• Participate in college committees and institutional events.
• Assume leadership roles within the Philosophy Program and College.

Skills

Undergrad teaching

Diversity focus

Catholic college experience

Carceral education experience

Education

Ph.D. in Philosophy (or ABD)

Job description

Holy Cross College in Notre Dame invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Philosophy (tenure track) to begin July 2027. You will teach eight undergraduate philosophy courses annually, four on the main campus and four at the Westville Correctional Facility, integrating Catholic intellectual tradition and liberal arts formation.

The candidate must hold a Ph.D. in Philosophy (or ABD); prior college teaching and a commitment to the College’s Catholic mission are preferred.