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Adjunct Faculty, Philosophy - Department of Philosophy and World Religions

Part-time

Rowan University

Glassboro, NJHybridPart-time$2225Tracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$2225
Location
Glassboro, NJHybrid
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Master's degree

Job overview

Rowan University is hiring an Adjunct Faculty, Philosophy - Department of Philosophy and World Religions. The Department of Philosophy and World Religions at Rowan University seeks qualified adjunct faculty to teach various philosophy classes, including Logic of Everyday Reasoning, Philosophical Perspectives on Science, Intro to Philosophy, Intro to Ethics, Social & Political Philosophy, and Intro to Symbolic Logic. Some courses are offered online, but candidates able to teach in person are preferred. Applications are screened on a rolling basis as needed.

Key focus areas include Teach philosophy courses including logic, ethics, and political philosophy, Develop and deliver course materials for both online and in‑person classes, and Assess student performance and provide feedback.

Successful candidates bring Master’s Degree In Philosophy Or Related Field and Eligibility To Work In United States. Preferred (not required): Logic Of Everyday Reasoning, Philosophical Perspectives On Science, Intro To Philosophy, and Intro To Ethics.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Logic of Everyday ReasoningPhilosophical Perspectives on ScienceIntro to PhilosophyIntro to EthicsSocial & Political PhilosophyIntro to Symbolic LogicTeach in Person

Qualifications

Master's Degree in PhilosophyMaster's Degree in Closely Related FieldEligible to Work in the United StatesCollege-Level Teaching Experience

Full job description

The Department of Philosophy and World Religions seeks qualified adjunct faculty for various philosophy classes, including: Logic of Everyday Reasoning (informal logic), Philosophical Perspectives on Science (a general education philosophy of science course for non-majors), Intro to Philosophy, Intro to Ethics, Social & Political Philosophy, and Intro to Symbolic Logic.

Some of these courses are offered online, but candidates who can teach in person are preferred.

Please see the department website – https://www.rowan.edu/ric-edelman-college/departments/phwr/ – for information on our majors and other programs.

Qualifications: Candidates must have at least a Master’s degree in philosophy (or a closely related field). Previous college-level teaching experience is strongly preferred.

Applications submitted through this process will be screened on a rolling basis, as the need for new instructors arises. Applications will be retained for possible future semesters of employment.

Required application materials:

  • cover letter

  • curriculum vitae

  • evidence of teaching effectiveness

  • graduate transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable)

Note: Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor a visa for this position.

In compliance with The State of New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, and in accordance with the current MOA, Rowan University adjuncts are provided with a minimum of $2,225 per credit for all courses taught, with a maximum teaching load of 8 credits per semester and 12 credits in an academic year. Courses will be assigned to instructors by College & Department on an as-needed basis.

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