ASSISTANT TEACHING PROFESSOR - Arts, Languages and Philosophy #00097498

Arts, Languages, & Philosophy

The Department of Arts, Languages, & Philosophy at Missouri University of Science and Technology invites applications for a full time, non-tenure-track position in Philosophy at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor, to begin in the fall 2026. This is a 9-month, full-time, non-tenure track position, renewable yearly based on enrollments and strong performance reviews, and may be eligible for promotion after meeting certain conditions.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate-level Philosophy and Ethics courses, contribute to strengthening our department's Philosophy program, and fully engage in the life of our diverse, multidisciplinary department. Applicants must have a PhD in Philosophy or related field, in hand by the starting date of appointment. They should also have evidence of successful independent college-level teaching and experience with instructional technology. Experience in curriculum development and evidence of excellence in teaching in various modalities is preferred.

It is expected that the successful candidate will achieve a sustained level of recognition by students and peers as an effective educator, as well as develop effective learning materials and implement impactful multimodal teaching methods. Applicants with interest and experience in pedagogy/curriculum development are encouraged to apply.

The typical teaching load will be four three-credit courses per semester, usually taught in person, though some courses are taught online, depending on faculty qualifications and departmental needs. Position also entails coordinating with the rest of the Philosophy program, which include engaging in materials and courses offering development, collaborating with other faculty on program development, and generating interest in Philosophy and Ethics. This position requires engagement with relevant service activities, e.g., undergraduate advising, promoting the program among current and prospective students to help build and sustain enrollments, representing the program at appropriate venues, and committee service.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience with curriculum development
• Background in teaching in various modalities

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Philosophy or related field
• Successful college level teaching
• Proficiency with instructional applications

Please submit application materials in either PDF or MS Word. Applications should consist of:

• A cover letter that includes qualifications for the position, with focus on teaching success and student mentoring in STEM-focused environments
• Curriculum Vitae
• Portfolio that includes a teaching philosophy statement, representative teaching evaluations and sample syllabi
• Names and contact information from three references

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

Community Information

University Information
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the vibrant community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks' scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a broad population, yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and impactful careers.

About Rolla
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Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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