Visiting Assistant Professor of Philosophy

Position Title:

Visiting Assistant Professor of Philosophy

Position Type:

Full time

Location:

Vaughan Literature Building

Categories:

Faculty Exempt

Job Summary:

Job Duties:

The Department of Philosophy at Bucknell University invites applications for TWO Visiting Assistant Professors of Philosophy, to begin August 2025. AOS: Open. AOC: Logic or Modern Philosophy. Each position is a one-year position with the expectation of renewal for a second year contingent on successful performance. The teaching load is 3/3. We have teaching needs in introductory logic (several sections per year) and in modern philosophy (an intermediate survey course aimed at philosophy majors).

Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. by the start date. Candidates with ABD may be considered.

Your application should establish your interest in working at a primarily undergraduate liberal arts institution. Include how your experiences, knowledge, skills, and/or past accomplishments will contribute to equitable and inclusive teaching, broadly defined as including classroom instruction, advising, mentoring, and other educational experiences. Please submit a cover letter, C.V., and evidence of relevant teaching ability through Bucknell’s career site at careers.bucknell.edu. If you advance to the interview round, we will request contact information for three reference writers.

Please direct questions to the search committee chair, Professor Jason Leddington, at jason.leddington@bucknell.edu. Review of applications will begin on March 31, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.

Advertised:

2025-03-13

Benefits: 

Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to):

• Flexible scheduling options determined by role;
• Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
• An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
• Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
• A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
• A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card

To learn more about Bucknell’s benefits, click here! (*Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. We encourage all individuals to apply and do not discriminate in admissions, employment, educational programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.

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