This Position is for a Visiting Assistant Professor with a public university work location in University, MS.

Position Description

The University of Mississippi- The Department of Philosophy and Religion invites applicants for a Visiting Assistant Professor beginning August 2024.

The University of Mississippi is a Carnegie R1 very high research activity institution, and the Department offers an MA, a BA, and several minors. More information about the programs in philosophy and in religion at UM can be found at philosophy.olemiss.edu and at religion.olemiss.edu. Questions about this position should be directed to Steven Skultety skultety@olemiss.edu.

Position Details

Minimum Qualifications

A successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in Philosophy or in Religious Studies with a specialty in Bioethics/Biomedical Ethics. The Ph.D. must be in hand by August 2024. The teaching load is 3/3. The successful candidate will be able to teach a combination of Bioethics/Biomedical Ethics as well as lower- and upper-division courses in their area. The ability to teach other courses cross listed in both Philosophy and Religion is a plus. Review of applications begins immediately and the position will remain open until an adequate applicant pool is reached. To ensure consideration for an initial remote interview, a complete application is due by January 14th, 2024.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

The University of Mississippi is an EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADEA employer, and has adopted a "Pathways to Equity" plan in its pursuit of diversity, equity, and inclusion (chancellor.olemiss.edu/pathways-to-equity). Women, minorities, veterans, and those with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.