Villanova University
Adjunct Faculty - Ethics

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Posting Details (Default Section) Posting Number:2022923FPosition Title:Adjunct Faculty - EthicsPosition Type:FacultyLocation:Villanova, PARecruitment Type:Internal/External ApplicantsWork Schedule:part-time/9-monthsDepartment:171-EthicsPosition Summary:Villanova University invites applications for adjunct teaching positions in the Ethics Program for undergraduate courses only. The applicant must be committed to excellence in the teaching of a core curriculum course, ETH 2050. This interdisciplinary course is the last of five foundational core courses that most Villanova undergraduates take. The Good Life: Ethics and Contemporary Moral Problems provides the students an opportunity to explore the rich philosophical and theological resources available for the ongoing exploration of what constitutes a good life.
Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities:Teach 1-3 sections of ETH 2050, hold regular weekly office hours.Minimum Qualifications:Advanced degree in philosophy or theology, AOS EthicsPreferred Qualifications:Previous teaching experience preferred, Ph.D. in hand preferredPhysical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours: Special Message to Applicants:The Ethics Program will accept applications through April 2022. All applicants must apply online at https://jobs.villanova.edu and complete a faculty profile.

Online applications must include: 1. A current and complete resume/curriculum vitae. 2. A cover letter or letter of interest. The cover letter should address the candidate’s competency to teach ETH 2050 and should include the names and the contact information of three references. 3. A statement of teaching philosophy. If the applicant wishes to submit any other supporting documents, they may submit them online in conjunction with the application.Posting Date:04/01/2022Closing Date (11:59pm ET):Salary Posting Information: This adjunct position falls within the salary range of $1,160.00 – $2,230.00 per credit/contact hour. The final compensation will be determined with consideration of several factors including the selected candidate’s educational qualifications, course type (drill, lab, lecture), course level (undergraduate or graduate), and market benchmarks.Salary Band:Job Classification:facultyReferences Needed References Needed Minimum Number of References Needed2Maximum Number of References Needed2Supplemental Questions

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