Lecturer in Philosophy (2023-2024 Academic Year)

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Position Title Lecturer in Philosophy (2023-2024 Academic Year)

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Philosophy within the Philosophy Department. Position will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Philosophy. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of faculty members at the University include teaching, scholarship, service, and professional activities as assigned.

This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.

Essential Functions

Basic Instructional Duties:

Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.

Prepare timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.

Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.

Adhere to UIW policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.

Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).

Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.

Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Ability to deliver instruction online as needed;

Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching;

Willingness and flexibility to teach day and evening sections as needed;

Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;

Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

Master of Arts Degree in Philosophy or Master's Degree in a related field with at least 18 post-graduate hours in Philosophy.

Required Work Experience

None specified.

Preferred Qualifications

One (1) year of successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level, with documentation of student evaluations.

Ph.D. in Philosophy.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

None specified.

Work Hours

Based on course assignment.

Physical Demands

Typical for faculty in this discipline.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number UN772PO

Number of Vacancies 8 Job Type Part Time Job Category Faculty Desired Start Date 01/06/2024 Position End Date (if temporary) Reports to Dean College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences Salary $2800/class with Master's Degree Open Date 08/25/2023 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant

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EOE

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Resume/CV (Faculty)

Optional Documents

Other Document

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Do you have at least a Master of Arts Degree in Philosophy or a Master's Degree in a related field with at least 18 post-graduate hours in Philosophy?

No

Yes, Master of Arts Degree in Philosophy

Yes, Master's Degree in related field +18 post-graduate hours in Philosophy

How many academic years of teaching experience do you have in this field at the college or university level?

None

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