"Adjunct Faculty, Philosophy"

Adjunct Faculty, Philosophy

Company: La Salle University

Job Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Category: Philosophy

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time

Department: 212110 - Philosophy

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 HON 131: Early Philosophical Traditions within our university's Honors Program. Students in the course are simultaneously enrolled in HON 111: Early Literary Traditions and HON 121: Early Human History. Teaching HON 131 in the fall semester may lead to an opportunity to teach HON 132: Modern & Contemporary Philosophical Traditions in the spring semester.

For more information about the Philosophy Program, please visit https://www.lasalle.edu/programs/philosophy/. For more information on La Salle's Honors Program, please visit https://www.lasalle.edu/honors-program/.

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.

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.

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.

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Pay Basis: Salary

Position Group: Faculty

Application Open Date: 06/17/2025