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Visiting adjunct Professor of Philosophy:

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Full Time
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Immediately
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Schenectady, NY 12308
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6/20/25

 

Visiting adjunct Professor of Philosophy

Union College invites applications for a two-year position of Visiting adjunct Professor of Philosophy (Metaphysics and Epistemology, broadly construed) beginning September 1, 2025. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by July 6th, 2025 will receive priority consideration.

We seek candidates with a specialty in Metaphysics and Epistemology, broadly construed. Areas of competence: Open, with special interest in AI, Philosophy of Technology, Philosophy of Mind. The ideal applicant will have a Ph.D. in philosophy, but advanced ABDs in philosophy will be considered. The prosperous applicant will be expected to teach in their area(s) of skills across all levels; ideally, some of these courses will contribute to our General Education Curriculum (please see: ). Teaching load is 2 courses per term; Union College's academic year consists of three 10-week trimesters.

About the Philosophy Department:
Union College's Philosophy department hosts one of the most impressive of any undergraduate institution in the country. The department is also home to , an undergraduate philosophy journal, founded in 2001. The department also has a student-run philosophy club.

Application instructions:
Please submit all application materials as pdf files. Only the materials listed below will be considered.

1) Cover letter
2) Current CV
3) Two sample syllabi in Metaphysics and Epistemology, broadly construed.

Please send questions and other inquiries to Professor David Friedell at friedeld@union.edu. candidates invited to interview will receive a request for the contact information for three professional references who can speak to their abilities in teaching and conducting research in philosophy.

Compensation:
The annual income range for this job offer is $68,500-$70,500. Except for functions with a set rate of pay, the wage/income of the finalist selected for this function will be set located on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, practice, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Job location: Schenectady, NY

We offer exceptional benefits including:
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Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)
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Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs
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Employee Scholarships toward Certifications, Seminars, Training and Professional Development
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Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
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income Continuation Program in the event of Discapability
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Tuition Assistance Program for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependents

Background Checks: In conformity with our , finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.

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