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Adjunct Faculty, Philosophy

Adjunct Faculty, Philosophy

University of Denver • Denver, CO, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Position Summary

The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences invites applications for adjuncts to teach up to three (3) undergraduate level Philosophy courses in academic year 2026-2027.

This is an open call for adjuncts to teach courses across any philosophical tradition, time period in the history of philosophy, or area of specialization.

Essential Functions

  • Teach one or more courses in a ten-week quarter.
  • Teach in-person, on campus courses meeting twice per week.
  • Hold weekly office hours.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of the field (subject matter expertise).
  • Knowledge of contemporary pedagogical approaches and philosophies.
  • Ability to use Canvas.
  • Ability to provide feedback to students in a timely manner.
  • Commitment to utilizing and engaging a diverse range of perspectives, scholars, approaches, and resources in teaching materials and practices.

Required Qualifications

  • For undergraduate only courses, a completed MA prior to appointment (no exceptions). Degree may be from Philosophy or any relevant field with Philosophy training.
  • Proven record of successful teaching experience during and/or after one’s graduate training.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Completed prior to appointment. Degree may be from Philosophy or any relevant field with Philosophy training.
  • Theoretical training that includes familiarity with a diverse range of theorists.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.

Work Schedule

While the University's administrative offices are open Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, faculty schedules vary from term to term and are based on courses taught, service commitments, and research agendas. The University's academic calendars are posted on the registrar's website (the law school is on a semester system and has a different academic calendar).

Application Deadline

For best consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00pm (MDT) June 19th, 2026.

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online through to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Course Rate

The course rate for this position is $5,160 per four-credit course ($1290/credit).

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

Benefits

The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

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