"Part-time Instructor of Philosophy - Theories of Knowledge and Reality (Spring 2026)"

Job Description

The Philosophy Department in the College of Arts & Sciences at Syracuse University seeks a part-time instructor of Philosophy to teach the main lecture of PHI 107, Theories of Knowledge and Reality, a 3 credit course, during Spring Semester 2026.

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined based on their per-credit-rate-history within the hiring department. All positions and offers are subject to funding availability and enrollment

Course Description: An introduction to major questions about knowledge and reality, such as the existence of God, the mind-body problem, free will and the nature and limits of knowledge. Historical and contemporary readings.

Qualifications

• ABD or PhD in Philosophy.

Job Specific Qualifications

Not Applicable

Responsibilities

The duties associated with the teaching assignment include:

• Developing and/or updating a class syllabus.
• Preparation of lectures.
• Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours.
• Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course.
• Meeting all designated class periods.
• Submitting completed final grades according to University regulations.
• Grading student assignments and exams in a timely manner.
• Providing department forms for student evaluations.
• Building a positive rapport with students, teaching assistants, and other faculty.

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable

Tools/Equipment

Not Applicable

Application Instructions

Please attach a CV/resume and cover letter.

To apply, visit https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/111609