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Job Location drjobs

Westchester, IL - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

$ 66600 - 86600

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Under the supervision of the LMU Intellectual Character Initiative this position performs a variety of research leadership and executive functions in support of the initiative and its Principal Investigators (PIs). Conducts research on the initiative themes. Leads groups and training sessions. Participates in the execution of initiative programming. Assists with the development of project videos and other digital resources.

Position Specific Responsibilities/Accountabilities

  • Research efforts:

    • Conduct independent research on virtue epistemology and the pedagogy of intellectual virtue cultivation.

    • Collaborate with PIs regarding the relationship between Ignatian pedagogy and the cultivation of intellectual character.

    • Collaborate with PIs on a public-facing essay to explain and advance LMUs grant project: Cultivating the Virtues of the Lion Mind.

    • Collaborate with PIs to develop materials for the initiatives educational projects (Information Literacy Module Strategic Videos Teaching Handbook etc.).

  • Leadership responsibilities:

    • Participate in regular initiative strategic planning meetings.

    • Prepare for and execute Faculty Learning Communities.

    • Collaborate with PIs to develop and execute Summer Faculty Workshops.

    • Collaborate with PIs to develop and execute 2027-28 Bellarmine Forum.

  • Program Administration

    • Actively participate in assessment and reporting to granting agency.

    • Assist PIs and Program Administrator with updates to initiative websites as needed.

    • Assist PIs and Program Administrator in initiative communications strategies.

  • Perform other related duties as assigned:

    • Flexibility expected within reason for support on other tasks yet unidentified as needed in order to address the goals of the LMU Intellectual Character Initiative.

Loyola Marymount University Expectations

Exhibit behavior that supports the mission vision and values of the university. Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional responsible accountable and ethical conduct. Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.

Requisite Qualifications

  • Recently-earned (last five years) Ph.D. in Philosophy or related field with specific focus on virtue epistemology or the philosophy education. Substantive familiarity with the nature and educational importance of intellectual character.

  • Strong promise of research and publication success on the topics relevant to the projectapplied philosophy of education intellectual character formation the nature of specific intellectual virtues and vices etc.

  • A proven pattern of fruitful collaboration and successful teamwork.

  • Experience with similar higher-education initiatives a plus.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of this position.

Staff Term (Fixed Term)

Salary range

$66600.00 - $86600.00 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Loyola Marymount University a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence the education of the whole person and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being life experience and beliefs to apply. (Visit for more information.)

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Full-Time

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