Brescia University
Our Mission: We are a Catholic Ursuline university forming compassionate,
critical thinkers through a holistic and deeply personal education.
Assistant or Associate Professor of Philosophy
Brescia University seeks full-time faculty members whose teaching philosophy aligns with our mission and who are passionate
about high-quality teaching, student mentorship, and inclusive learning environments.
We are hiring a full-time, tenure-track
Assistant or Associate Professor of Philosophy, starting August 2027.
Experience and Education requirements:
- The qualified candidate will have earned a Ph. D. in Philosophy (preferred); Masters degree is required. Tenure-track
option only available to candidates with a terminal degree; - Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience -
including online teaching, and with training in contemporary pedagogy; - The University seeks candidates who have a passion for their
discipline and who can successfully invite students to engage in that same love of philosophy and "the big questions"; - Demonstrated
commitment to community engagement, academic advising, and collegial service.
Responsibilities include but are not
limited to:
- Teaching introduction and upper-division philosophy courses on-ground;
- Teaching introduction and
upper-division philosophy courses online; - Teaching courses for the university's diaconate program and Honors
College; - Overseeing student advising in the Philosophy minor;
- Serving on university committees and contributing to the
School of Humanities & Fine Arts and institution; - Upholding and advancing Brescia's mission to offer education of the whole person
through a commitment to academic excellence, service, and values-based leadership.
To apply, please submit the following
electronically to HR@Brescia.edu
- A cover letter describing your teaching philosophy,
disciplinary expertise, and alignment with Brescia's mission;
- A current curriculum vitae;
- Unofficial graduate
transcripts; - Contact information for three professional references; one must be from a current/former supervisor or higher ed
administrator familiar with your role as a professor
BRESCIA UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired at Brescia
University are required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility
verification form upon hire.