Assistant Professor of Philosophy
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
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The University of North Carolina at Charlotte seeks an Assistant Professor of Philosophy to teach Ethical Theory at undergraduate and graduate levels. The areas of competence are open, and collaboration with other campus units is a plus. The standard tenure-line workload is two courses per semester, ranging from large general education classes to graduate seminars. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Philosophy or a related discipline by appointment and provide evidence of scholarly activity, teaching success, and mentoring.
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Position Number: 002458
Department: Col Liberal Arts & Science (Col)
Employment Type: Permanent - Full-time
Months Per Year: 9
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The person hired would be expected to be able to teach Ethical Theory at the undergrad and graduate level. The areas of competence are open, but the ability to collaborate with other units on campus is a plus. Standard workload for tenure line faculty is two courses per semester, at all levels from large general education classes to graduate seminars.
Minimum Experience / Education:
UNC Charlotte gives primary consideration to the earned doctorate or terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline.
Preferred Education Skills and Experience:
Candidates must (1) have a Ph.D. in Philosophy or a related discipline at the time of appointment; (2) provide evidence of scholarly activity appropriate for a tenure-track position in a philosophy department; and (3) provide evidence of success in teaching and mentoring a wide range of students.
Applicants are encouraged to address how they might collaborate across campus in their application materials.
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