Position Function:
Vacancy for an instructor for the Department of Philosophy & Religion
Salary Grade: UC
For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile:
For information on the Department of Philosophy and Religion, please visit www.philosophyandreligion.msstate.edu
Area of Specialization:
Philosophy
Anticipated Appointment Date:
August 16, 2025
Tenure Track Status:
Non-Tenure Track
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
4/4 teaching load. Schedule and maintain specific office hours for the purpose of answering student questions and preparing lecturer and other class material.
Minimum Qualifications:
Successful applicants will hold a Masters in Philosophy at the time of appointment and demonstrate potential to teach at the college level.
Preferred Qualifications:
Develop and teach a range of undergraduate course in their field of expertise and perform standard service roles.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
The ability to work as a member of an multidisciplinary team of scholars is desirable. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required. Mentor students from a variety of different majors.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Standard office and professional environment.
Instructions for Applying:
Candidates should apply online at msujobs.msstate.edu and submit curriculum vitae with cover letter. Questions about the position can be directed to jobs@philrel.msstate.edu
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