AY Adjunct Faculty Pool - Philosophy

Position Summary

The position is an Adjunct Instructor position in the Department of Philosophy at Portland State University. The courses typically taught by our Adjunct pool are 300-level Philosophy courses that are also part of University Studies Junior Clusters.

Master’s degree from an accredited institution and prior college-level teaching experience. Applicants must live in Oregon or SW Washington.

Ph.D. in Philosophy from an accredited institution and prior college-level teaching experience.

• Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
• Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
• Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
• Adheres to all PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.

All employees are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the PSU Professional Standards of Conduct.

Adjunct faculty members are paid per credit hour according to the PSUFA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Background check required:
Yes.

Required documents:

• Resume
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional documents:

• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Teaching Interest

Please submit a cover letter and a curriculum vitae. If you have questions about this adjunct faculty opening, please email coventry and enter “Adjunct Faculty Application” in the subject line.