Visiting Assistant Professor of Philosophy
Date Posted: 12/20/24
The Wabash College Department of Philosophy invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor to begin July 1, 2025. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in philosophy at the time of appointment. The teaching load is 3/3. The candidate will be expected to co-teach two interdisciplinary seminar courses in philosophy, politics, and economics (PPE) in addition to teaching a course in the philosophy of commerce and additional courses in ethics or social/political philosophy at the intermediate and advanced undergraduate levels. Ability to teach environmental philosophy will be considered a strong asset. The co-taught, interdisciplinary seminars in PPE include one section of the course that introduces students to the PPE major and one section of the major’s capstone senior seminar. These core courses are each co-taught by two instructors from the philosophy, political science, and economics departments. 皇冠足球比分_澳门皇冠体育-在线|平台@ provide mentoring in teaching and research for visiting faculty as well as support for conducting research. 皇冠足球比分_澳门皇冠体育-在线|平台@ are particularly interested in candidates who are committed to excellence in undergraduate teaching, have an appreciation for the broad intellectual community of an excellent liberal arts college, and have experience working with diverse undergraduate student populations.
In the midst of a strategic transformation to advance the success of first-generation students, students of color, and students from low-income families, Wabash College is committed to attracting and effectively supporting an academically and culturally diverse faculty. Approximately 25% of our students are federal Pell Grant recipients, one-third of our students are first-generation college students, and about 20% of our students identify as domestic students of color. Home to the Malcolm X Institute of Black Studies for more than fifty years and a newly launched Latino Community Center, Wabash College is a top-60 Liberal Arts College according to U.S. News, and is a member of Colleges That Change Lives.
Application review will begin on January 20, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. To apply, go to www.wabash.edu/employment and click the “Apply Now” button. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vita, teaching philosophy, sample syllabi, email addresses for three persons who will submit confidential letters of recommendation electronically, and unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts. Preliminary interviews with the department will be held via video conference. On campus interviews are expected to transpire in late February. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Matthew Carlson, Philosophy Department Chair, at carlsonm@wabash.edu. Application questions may be directed to Ms. Dawn Hoffman, Academic Administrative Coordinator, at hoffmand@wabash.edu. Please note that Wabash College does not provide H-1B or other immigration case sponsorship for short-term positions.
Wabash College, a liberal arts college for men, seeks faculty and staff who are committed to providing quality engagement with students, high levels of academic challenge and support, and meaningful experiences that prepare students for life and leadership among diverse populations around the globe. Wabash is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from persons of all backgrounds.
Contact:
Ms. Dawn Hoffman
Academic Administrative Coordinator
Philosophy
Wabash College
P.O. Box 352
Crawfordsville, IN 47933
765-361-6110
email: hoffmand@wabash.edu
For general questions about the position or the department, contact:
Dr. Matthew Carlson
Department Chair
Philosophy
765-361-6350
email: carlsonm@wabash.edu