Philosophy Lecturer

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Position Title:

Philosophy Lecturer

Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Terminal (Fixed Term)

Job Profile:

Lecturer

Position Summary:

The Department of Humanities at the University of Wisconsin–Platteville is seeking engaged and qualified instructors to join our instructional team in Philosophy. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about teaching and want to support student learning in an interdisciplinary environment.

We are currently seeking candidates to teach in-person undergraduate Philosophy courses on the Platteville campus, including Introduction to Philosophy. These courses support the department’s general education and interdisciplinary mission. This position requires in-person instruction; remote or hybrid teaching arrangements are not available.

In addition to current instructional needs, this posting establishes a pool of qualified candidates who may be considered for future teaching opportunities in Philosophy as they arise. This allows us to match candidates with courses based on expertise, availability, and departmental needs.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate courses in Philosophy, including multiple sections of Introduction to Philosophy.

• Facilitate engaging, in-person classroom instruction.

• Evaluate and assess student learning.

• Maintain regular office hours and support student success.

• Contribute to curriculum development and student learning assessment, as needed.

• Participate in a collaborative departmental teaching environment.

• Attend relevant trainings and professional development related to teaching.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Philosophy from an accredited institution.

• Demonstrated teaching experience at the college level.

• Ability to teach introductory courses in philosophy.

• Ability to teach applied ethics courses (e.g., business ethics).

• Strong commitment to undergraduate education and collaboration with students and faculty.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

​Application Instructions

Applications must include:

• Current curriculum vitae (CV)

• Letter of interest addressing qualifications and teaching experience

• Contact information for three (3) professional references (name, contact info, professional relationship to you).

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled and will remain on file for future instructional needs.

About the Program

The Philosophy program is housed within the Department of Humanities, which also includes English and World Languages. The department values interdisciplinary teaching and collaboration across programs.

About the University

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, offers associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degree programs in a broad spectrum of disciplines including: science, technology, engineering, and mathematics; criminal justice; education; business; agriculture; and liberal arts. The Platteville campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest community, which has a rich history rooted in mining —particularly lead mining —dating back to the early 19th century. The region offers excellent school systems, high-quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville serves as a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin.

Legal Notices and Important Information: 

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University ensures physical accessibility to work environments for persons with disabilities and will provided reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment. Upon request, the University will provide reasonable accommodations for religious observances and practices.

The University is committed to a program of affirmative action for women, racial minorities, persons with disabilities, disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era. While the Chancellor assumes overall responsibility for the success of the program, university administrators and supervisors are responsible and accountable for implementation. Authority for monitoring the program is delegated to Human Resources.

Each individual associated with the University is called upon to pledge a new and revitalized commitment to build and maintain a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination, an environment that fosters mutual respect, recognizes the dignity and worth of all people, and promotes to the fullest, equal employment opportunity through affirmative action.

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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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