Adjunct Faculty - Philosophy of Science page is loaded Adjunct Faculty - Philosophy of Science Apply locations Worcester time type Part time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id R0002818 JOB TITLE
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Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPIJOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY JOB DESCRIPTION The Humanities and Arts Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is regularly seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach sections of the Philosophy of Science. PY-RE faculty teach introductory courses, intermediate thematic surveys, and advanced topic seminars. WPI's PY-RE program has particular strengths in social justice and environmental philosophy; underrepresented philosophical and religious traditions including feminism, critical race theory, and non-Western worldviews; and studies of science, technology, and ethics.
We have an immediate need for adjunct faculty who could teach a course in the Philosophy of Science in Fall 2024 from October 14 to December 20, 2024. We are especially interested in candidates with critical, feminist, Continental, and/or post-positivist understandings of science. All adjunct applicants should also have the capacity to teach our core introductory course, Introduction to Philosophy and Religion. We are looking for outstanding scholars, but successful candidates must also demonstrate teaching excellence and versatility as well as an ability to jump into an existing curriculum with creative and critical pedagogical approaches. A successful candidate should hold a PhD in Philosophy or be a doctoral student who is ABD.
WPI is a diverse campus of learners passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are looking for candidates who can support our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Submitting an application through this part-time posting will place you in an applicant pool to fill Philosophy and Religion adjunct faculty opportunities by the course on an as needed basis. Specific topics and start dates will vary over the academic year.
Qualified applicants from this applicant pool will be contacted as opportunities arise. Your application will remain in the pool until the posting closes. If you wish to be considered for positions beyond that date, then you must reapply.
Applicants should submit the following:
--cover letter that addresses relevant expertise and experience
--current c.v. that includes the names and contact information for three references
--evidence of teaching experience (syllabi, teaching portfolio, etc.)
FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Exempt) WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination. Similar Jobs (20) Adjunct Faculty - Modern Languages locations Worcester time type Part time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago Adjunct Faculty -Theatre locations Worcester time type Part time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago Adjunct Faculty - Robotics Engineering locations Worcester time type Part time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago
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