Term Assistant Professor of Philosophy

Term Assistant Professor of Philosophy

The Term Assistant Professor of Philosophy is a dynamic scholar who is committed to teaching excellence in political philosophy, with competence in philosophy of law and logic. The position will teach courses taken by majors and non-majors at a variety of levels, including pre-law, criminology, psychology, economics, and computer science students. Courses taught may include philosophy of law and political philosophy, with preference given to candidates able to contribute regularly to undergraduate teaching in philosophy of law.

The position also includes regular teaching in introductory logic, with opportunities to contribute to intermediate courses. These courses are integrated in Mason's Philosophy, Politics and Economics Program, Philosophy and Law Program, as well as the Department's new Logic Program. The teaching load is 4 courses per semester. Especially welcomed are individuals with specialisms in philosophy of law, as well as from those whose teaching engages the societal implications of core topics in this area, for example in relation to artificial intelligence and the law, international law, and legal issues of gender, race, or disability.

The position will begin in the Spring 2027 term. The initial, 9-month contract will span the Spring 2027 and Fall 2027 terms, with the possibility of renewal contingent on satisfactory performance and departmental and program needs. The position also includes possibilities for promotion and multi-year contracts as well as a full range of benefits.

Responsibilities:

• Instructional Assistant Professors are expected to teach a standard course load of 12 credits (4 courses) per semester;
• Engages in service at the department level or beyond.

Required Qualifications:

• Terminal degree in a related field;
• Evidence of teaching experience with a commitment to diversity in the classroom;
• Knowledge of philosophical theories, methods, and scholarly research demonstrated through completion of a doctoral degree in Philosophy or a related field and the successful defense of a dissertation (or equivalent) by the time of appointment; and
• Ability to provide high-quality instruction in political philosophy and introductory logic at the undergraduate level.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Terminal degree in a related field;
• Evidence of experience teaching multiple modalities to non-majors at a variety of levels;
• Ability to teach intermediate or advanced courses in logic and courses in philosophy of law;
• Ability to teach courses in the Philosophy Department's Philosophy and Law Concentration, Philosophy and Law Minor, and Ethics and AI minor, through teaching or related experience in law, technology, and applied ethics; and
• Ability to teach in multiple modalities to non-majors at a variety of levels.

Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, applicants must apply for Term Assistant Professor of Philosophy at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter outlining your record of teaching, CV, and a Teaching Portfolio which includes a 1-2 page statement of the applicant's teaching philosophy that includes their approach to teaching the diverse student body itionally applicants can upload the following OPTIONAL documents to the application: two sample syllabi (one in political philosophy or law and one in logic) and evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as teaching evaluations where available).

Candidates invited to interview may also be asked to provide further materials, such as a writing sample or additional syllabi.

Posting Open Date:
July 1, 2026

For Full Consideration, Apply by:
August 31, 2026

Open Until Filled:
Yes