Assistant Professor, Philosophy
- Employer
- Gannon University
- Location
- Pennsylvania, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Apr 14, 2021
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Humanities, Other Humanities, Philosophy, Religion
- Employment Level
- Tenured/Tenured Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Gannon University's College of Humanities, Education and Social
Sciences seeks an Assistant Professor of Philosophy. The
appointment for this nine-month tenure track position begins August
2021. The successful candidate will teach a foundational course in
philosophy, ethics, and in their area of specialization, and will
have a commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and
mentorship of undergraduates. Preference will be given to
candidates whose research specialization is in the areas of medical
ethics or bioethics. The successful candidate will advise
undergraduate students and prepare them intellectually,
professionally and personally. Qualified candidates will be
expected to engage in scholarly activities in keeping with the
Boyer Model of Scholarship as is appropriate to the application and
receipt of tenure and promotion at Gannon. Requirements include an
earned doctorate in Philosophy (completed by time of appointment)
with demonstrated teaching excellence in higher education.
Candidates must be able to support and promote the University's
inclusive Mission, its Catholic identity, and its liberal arts and
professional education traditions. Gannon is located in the heart
of downtown Erie, Pennsylvania, along the shores of Lake Erie and
close to businesses, organizations and government agencies that are
active partners in helping our students receive a hands-on
education. Erie is a major tourist destination boasting 11 beaches,
a wide variety of seasonal activities, professional sports teams, a
professional symphony, multiple venues for live theater and music,
and many other entertainment options. Pittsburgh, Cleveland and
Buffalo are within a two-hour drive. Gannon University seeks
excellence through inclusiveness and invites women and members of
underrepresented groups to apply. Application Procedure: Submit a
cover letter, C.V., evidence of effective teaching methods and
productive scholarship in your respective field, and the contact
information for three professional references to https://gannon.peopleadmin.com/postings/5745.
Review of applications will begin immediately, and this position
will remain open until filled. The finalist will be required to
submit an original transcript from the institution awarding his/her
terminal degree. References will not be contacted without prior
notification to the applicants. Gannon University is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. For more information about Gannon, visit
www.gannon.edu.
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