About This Role

A Visiting Assistant Professor, one academic year, beginning August 17, 2025. AOS: Open. AOC: Open. PhD or Advanced ABD. Must be able to teach sections of introductory philosophy, ethics and medical ethics. 18 credit hours of instruction per academic year, nominally as three undergraduate courses for each of two semesters (Fall 2025 and Spring 2026), subject to the needs of the department. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to and appreciation for teaching. Beyond teaching, the successful candidate will be expected to undertake very light service duties and to participate in the intellectual life of the department.

About Us

We're an award-winning and undergraduate-focused philosophy department, with strengths in ethics, logic, and the philosophy of science.

Worksite Option

This position is on-site in Manhattan, Kansas.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD or ABD in Philosophy, AOS open, AOC open
• Must be able to teach sections of Intro Philosophy, Ethics and Medical Ethics.
• Commitment to teaching

Other Requirements:

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

1. Letter of application
2. CV
3. Research statement
4. Teaching statement
5. Evidence of teaching competency (#1-5 submitted as a single PDF file)
6. 3 letters of recommendation sent to philosophy@ksu.edu

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$55,000 per year