FA27-042: Instructor - Philosophy - Ethics in Edwardsville, Illinois at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Hiring Unit
Philosophy

Job Description/Responsibilities

The Department of Philosophy at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) seeks to hire a full-time Instructor beginning August 2027. Full-time Instructors teach 4 courses per semester and are expected to participate in Student Engagement, Professional Development, and/or Faculty Development activities. Teaching responsibilities will be primarily 100-level Reasoning and Argumentation. We also have teaching needs for 200- and 300-level applied ethics courses, primarily but not restricted to medical ethics and engineering ethics.

The SIUE Department of Philosophy values diversity among its faculty and is committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community. SIUE Philosophy welcomes candidates who can contribute to the department's cultural and intellectual diversity beyond fulfilling the core teaching responsibilities and encourages candidates to articulate in their application materials the ways in which they can do so. Successful candidates will be expected to support the SIUE College of Arts and Sciences' commitment to anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion. SIUE nurtures an open, respectful, and welcoming climate that facilitates learning and work. Integral to this commitment, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville strives for a student body and a workforce that is both diverse and inclusive. We strongly encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups, including women, members of racially minoritized groups, and individuals with disabilities, to apply. For more on our Statement on Diversity, visit: SIUE Mission, Goals and Plans.

• Teaching responsibilities will be primarily 100-level Reasoning and Argumentation.
• We also have teaching needs for 200- and 300-level applied ethics courses, primarily but not restricted to medical ethics and engineering ethics.
• Teaching experience in these or closely related courses is strongly preferred.
• High-quality teaching and a commitment to professional development are required for career advancement.
• There are no research expectations for full-time Instructors, though some research travel support is available.
• Candidates must have earned an MA; ABD or a PhD is preferred.

Application Process

Candidates must include in their application:

1. A cover letter addressing the candidate's interest and fit for the position.
2. A CV.
3. A teaching portfolio (course syllabi, sample course materials, student evaluations, etc.).
4. Transcripts from the candidate's graduate degree granting institution.
5. Three letters of recommendation.

This institution is using lnterfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge. Any questions about the position or application process should be addressed to Dr. Matthew Cashen at mcashen@siue.edu.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Acts (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for the position, please call 618-650-2190 or email CareerInfo@siue.edu.

Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment.

Employment is contingent upon satisfying all legal requirements as set forth by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services in regard to employability in the United States. SIUE makes no representation, warranty, or agreement that third parties, including government agencies, will approve submitted documents, applications, or petitions for an H-1B visa or Optional Practical Training.

SIUE is a state university - benefits under state sponsored plans may not be available to holders of F1 or J1 visas. The State of Illinois requires that immigrant employees achieve H-1 status before they become eligible for certain benefits.

Application Deadline

Deadline for full consideration- December 15th, 2026.

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Employee Benefits
To support faculty in balancing work and family obligations, SIUE offers an exceptional array of comprehensive benefits. For more information, visit SIUE Office of Human Resources- Benefits