Visiting Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Denison University in Granville, Ohio

Job Description:

Visiting Assistant Professor of Philosophy

Location: Granville, Ohio

Position Type: Visiting Faculty

Position URL

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The Department of Philosophy at Denison University invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor position beginning in August 2025. Areas of specialization and competence are open. A successful candidate will complement a pluralistic department with a tradition of excellence in undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts context and in active and rigorous scholarship. The candidate will teach a three-three course load including first-year writing courses and a course in their area of interest.

Qualifications

PhD in Philosophy by June 1 is preferred. (ABD will be considered as Instructor until PhD is attained.) Evidence of excellent teaching at the undergraduate level is a necessary condition for appointment.

Application Instructions

Dossiers should include a letter of application addressing the candidate's potential contributions to the mission of the department (no longer than 2 pages), CV, three letters of recommendation, graduate school transcripts, evidence of successful teaching (teaching evaluations preferred), and a writing sample. For information about the department, see denison.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Denison values talented faculty and staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to contribute to our vibrant academic community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected classes.

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Job seekers who may need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (740) 587-6299 or by email at HR@denison.edu.