Visiting Professor of Philosophy

Middletown, DE - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 14 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Wesleyan Universitys Department of Philosophy invites applications for a one-year full-time visiting professor of philosophy beginning September 1 2026. AOS: Philosophy of Science; Science and Values; AOC: Open with some preference for Philosophy of Biology Medicine or Computer Science. Candidates teaching will contribute to the College of Science and Technology Studies whose interdisciplinary major combines course work in science and technology studies with courses in a science. Ph.D. in Philosophy or related field is required. The teaching load is 3/2 (4 preps) in person on Wesleyans campus. With a strong and diverse undergraduate student body Wesleyan is a highly selective liberal arts college that values both scholarship and teaching very highly.

To apply: visit complete application includes a cover letter curriculum vitae writing sample statement of current research and documentation of teaching experience including teaching statement course syllabi and student the cover letter applicants should describe how they will embrace the Universitys commitment to fostering an inclusive community. You will also be asked to provide the email addresses of three referees from whom we will obtain confidential letters of recommendation.

Applications completed by March 6 2026 will receive full consideration. Please contact Lynn Higgs () with questions about the application process or Joseph Rouse () with questions about the position. Visa sponsorship may not be available.

Work Location: On Campus

All offers to external applicants are contingent on the candidates completion of a pre-employment background check screening to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University.

Wesleyan University located in Middletown Connecticut does not discriminate on the basis of race color religious creed age gender gender identity or expression national origin marital status ancestry present or past history of mental disorder learning disability or physical disability political belief veteran status sexual orientation genetic information or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX Section 504 or any other non-discrimination policies should be directed toVice President for Equity and Inclusion Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator.

Wesleyan University complies with the Clery Act and maintains records of campus crime statistics and security policies. Copies of Wesleyan Universitys Clery Act Report are available on request and online at is taken into consideration in the determination of salary offers. For more information visit offers a broad range of employee benefits and development opportunities including comprehensive group insurance plans wellness programs and incentives generous paid time off and retirement plans flexible work schedules employee and dependent tuition programs for those who qualify.

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