Lecturer of Philosophy

The Department of History, Philosophy, Politics, and Economics at Purdue University Northwest (Hammond and Westville) anticipates hiring a Lecturer in Philosophy beginning Fall 2024.

• Minimum of an M.A in Philosophy (or related field), in hand by August 2024
• A minimum of two years of teaching experience (graduate student teaching experience accepted) in Philosophy or related fields.

Desired Qualifications:

• Graduate coursework in Ethics.

• Teach a 5-5 course load with expectations for service to the department, college, and university.
• Teach courses in Introductory Ethics, Ethics for the Professions, and/or Engineering Ethics
• Teach other courses as needed by the department including additional ethics topics (AI, Health Professions, etc.) and general philosophy courses.
• Participate in curriculum development, assessment as well as recruitment and retention initiatives.

Purdue University Northwest (PNW), a premier metropolitan university located in Northwest Indiana, is dedicated to empowering transformational change in its students on its two campuses in Hammond and Westville, Indiana. Part of the Purdue University system and offering more than 70 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, PNW is committed to academic excellence, supports growth, and celebrates diversity. PNW’s colleges, schools and centers are distinguished through prestigious accreditations, national recognitions, and competitive rankings.

PNW’s Hammond campus is located only 30 miles from Chicago with the Westville branch campus just 15 miles from the Indiana Dunes National Park. Fostering a university community full of contrasts—urban and rural, industrial and natural, with a well-established history and forward-thinking mindset—PNW’s two campuses serve its students, many of whom are the first in their families to attend college to make the most of this rich range of resources. Moreover, PNW has been designated as a Hispanic-serving public institution dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning and committed to the advancement of a diverse and under-served student population.

Please submit a cover letter, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without permission. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

If you have questions, please contact Michael Lynn, Interim Department Chair at [email protected].

Employment is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Exempt