Adjunct Faculty, Philosophy Job at LaSalle University, Philadelphia, PA

  • LaSalle University
  • Philadelphia, PA

Job Description

Adjunct Faculty, Philosophy

This is a pooled position from which Adjunct Instructors will be selected when/if a need arises in the department. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted directly. These pools are closed down annually during the summer and you will receive notification that a refreshed application is needed for you to continue to be considered. Please submit a 1-page letter of interest and a resume/c.v. with contact information for 3 references. La Salle University is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and respectful environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek candidates who will contribute to a positive, inclusive, and supportive community, and who are committed to working collaboratively with students, fostering critical thinking, supporting their success, and helping them realize their full potential.

Position Details

Position Title - Adjunct Faculty, Philosophy

Department - 212110 - Philosophy

Posting Number - A0183P

Position Summary - La Salle University's Philosophy program (within the Humanity & Society Department) has need for a highly qualified adjunct instructor to teach a section of HON131: Early Philosophical Traditions within our university's Honors Program. Students in the course are simultaneously enrolled in HON111: Early Literary Traditions and HON121: Early Human History. Teaching HON131 in the fall semester may lead to an opportunity to teach HON132: Modern & Contemporary Philosophical Traditions in the spring semester.

Essential Duties - • Teach assigned course(s).

• Prepare course materials consistent with departmental learning objectives.

• Provide timely grading and feedback to students.

• Provide guidance and support to students.

Required Qualifications - • Master's degree in Philosophy, with broad knowledge of general history of philosophy, from ancient to modern

• Knowledge and commitment to the mission of La Salle University.

Preferred Qualifications - • Previous experience teaching at the collegiate level.

• Willingness to be flexible in class scheduling.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours

Special Instructions to Applicant - This is a pooled position from which Adjunct Instructors will be selected when/if a need arises in the department. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted directly. These pools are closed down annually during the summer and you will receive notification that a refreshed application is needed for you to continue to be considered. Please submit a 1-page letter of interest and a resume/c.v. with contact information for 3 references.

HR/Comp

Compensation Information

Position Classification - Part-Time, Semesterly Basis

FLSA Classification - Exempt

Pay Basis - Salary

Position Group - Faculty

Posting Information

Application Open Date - 06/17/2025

Application Close Date

Application Open To - Internal and External Applicants

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

  1. Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
  2. Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

  1. Other Doc 1 (See Posting)
  2. Other Doc 2 (See Posting)
  3. Other Doc 3 (See Posting)
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Job Tags

Part time, Summer work, Local area, Flexible hours

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