Fall 2026 Philosophy Adjunct Position(s)
Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
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Job Summary
AdjunctProfessor/Adjunct Associate Professor/Adjunct Assistant Professor/Adjunct Instructor
The Institution
St. Johnsestablishedin 1870 has twoNew York City campuses; international locations in Rome Italy; Limerick Ireland; and Paris France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the Universitys outstanding academics diverse student body dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities focus on student life and diverse study abroad offerings. St. Johns University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.
Commitment to Inclusion
As a Catholic and Vincentian university St. Johns is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community. We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. Our graduates will excel in the competencies and valuesfor leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.
Division/DepartmentInformation
The Philosophy Department is committed to successful teaching of core requirements in Philosophy to diverse student body in support of the Universitys Catholic and Vincentian Mission.
Responsibilities
Teachingthe core philosophy classes:
- PHI 1000 Philosophy of the Human Person
An investigation of the general question What does it mean to be a human person Special emphasis on the nature of human freedom consciousness and cognition and the origin and significance of life. Central to the course will be a discussion of the spirituality immortality and dignity of the human person. The course begins with an introduction to philosophy and to critical thinking.
Credit: 3 semester hours.
- PHI 2200 Ethics
Prerequisite: PHI 1000.
Human happiness and the essential means of achieving it; universal and objective morality vs. relativism and subjectivism; principles used in formulating a rational moral judgment; the functions of law and the conscience; prudence and the moral virtues as the heart ofthe morallife.
Credit: 3 semester hours.
- 3000 Metaphysics
Prerequisite: PHI 1000.
An introductory course whichattemptsto articulate ultimate principles of knowing and being. Central questions to be considered are: Is there evidence of Gods existence and correspondingly is there a solution to the problemofevil Does human cognition permit of ultimate foundations Is nature teleological and if socan it serve as an objective standard of value The course also considers traditional metaphysical aspirations in the context of contemporary challenges from the physical and social sciences.
Credit: 3 semester hours.
Qualifications
- ABD in Philosophy.
- Strong background in the history of philosophy.
- Teaching experience with similar core philosophy courses.
Application Process
Use this section to:
Pleasesubmita current Curriculum Vitae listing degrees earned or pending classes taught and references.
Deadline for application isJune 10th 2026
Please contact Kevin Kennedy Chair of the Philosophy Department with any questions:
In compliance with NYCs Pay Transparency Act the salaryrangefor this position is$1803- $2215 per credit hour or $5409 - $6645 per course. St. Johns University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position candidates work experience education/training key skills internal peer equity as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
St. Johns University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national or ethnic origin age status as an individual with a disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. Johns University of satisfactory references verification of employment and education
