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Philosophy/Assistant Professor/Three Year Term

  • 495176
  • Marquette, Michigan, 49855
  • Philosophy
  • Faculty and Librarians
  • Closing on: Nov 1 2026

Position Title: Philosophy/Assistant Professor/Three Year Term

Department:  Philosophy

Term of Assignment: Three Year Term

Term End Date, If Applicable: May 7, 2030        

FLSA Status:   Exempt = not eligible for overtime

Work Schedule:

Salary: Competitive

Travel: No travel

Brief Statement of Duties

Brief Statement of Duties: The course load will be 12 credits per semester, with multiple preps each term. The teaching responsibilities will include various applied ethics courses (computer, legal, medical) as well as a course in social and political philosophy. There will also be additional service responsibilities in support of the department, college, and university. The appointment will require having an active research agenda. This is a campus-based position. This position is currently not available for sponsorship.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education: Doctorate or equivalent terminal degree

Discipline/Degree Area:  Philosophy

Required Specialized Training/Certifications:  PhD in Philosophy awarded before August 15, 2027.
AOS: Applied Ethics
AOC: Social and Political Philosophy
Graduate coursework evidencing AOS and AOC

Required Minimum Work Experience:  Record of effective college teaching in Philosophy.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Attributes Required for Satisfactory Performance of the Position Duties: 

Ability to teach effectively at the undergraduate level.
Ability to develop and deliver a curriculum.
Ability to work well with others.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Excellent time management skills.
Detailed knowledge of applied ethics and social and political philosophy.

Additional Desirable Qualifications

Additional Desirable Qualifications: 

M.A. in Philosophy
Earned Ph.D. at time of application
Record of excellent college teaching, specifically in AOS and AOC.
Specific knowledge of legal ethics, computer (big data/social media/AI) ethics, biomedical
ethics, and environmental ethics
Experience teaching a range of applied ethics courses and courses in social and political philosophy.

Other

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicant materials will include a faculty application, cover letter, CV/Resume, unofficial transcripts, research statement, evidence of teaching effectiveness/excellence including sample syllabi, and a writing sample. The writing sample may be combined with one of the other attachments when uploaded. 

Contact Information:  Antony Aumann (aaumann@nmu.edu)

NMU is an equal opportunity employer.

 

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