"Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Philosophical or Theological Ethics"

Wingate University serves more than 3,400 students on two campuses. Wingate is an equal employment opportunity employer. Wingate’s main campus is located on 500+ acres of beautiful landscape and is only 25 minutes from the Charlotte metropolitan area.

Position Summary:
The Cannon College of Arts and Sciences at Wingate University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in philosophical or theological ethics to start August 1, 2026. The ideal candidate will have graduate training and interest in teaching a variety of courses in ethics, philosophy, and religion.

Duties/Responsibilities:
● This position will focus primarily on supporting our general education program and its goals to provide students with a well-rounded and transformative education to prepare them for successful lives and diverse careers in the mid-21st century. It will also contribute to the Religion and Philosophy major and faith-related initiatives on campus. The teaching load is four courses (12 contact hours) in both the fall and spring semesters.
● Regular, predictable attendance on campus
● Alignment with University mission, vision, and strategic roadmap
● Other job duties/responsibilities may be assigned

Minimum Requirements:
A terminal degree and teaching experience in at least one of the disciplines above are required. Interest and experience in working with students beyond the classroom (advising, research, recruitment, and other service work) and teaching general education courses are preferred.

To apply, submit the following: upload a current curriculum vitae (resume section of posting). In the Certification section, please attach a letter of application with documented professional experience and reasons for interest in the position, names and full contact information including e-mail addresses for three professional references. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2025.

In compliance with applicable law and University policies, Wingate University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran status and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply. ​ At this time, we are currently seeking candidates with legal authorization to work in the U.S.