Assoc. Professor - Philosophy jobs in Modesto, CA

The School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts seeks a lecturer(s) to teach courses in Philosophy for Summer 2024 Sessions. Courses being offered may include but not limited to:

Introduction to Logic

In addition to teaching the course(s), the instructor is responsible for creating a syllabus, holding weekly office hours (2 hours/week), and grading examinations and/or papers.

This is a limited-term appointment which falls under the purview of the agreement for the Lecturers Unit between University of California and the American Federation of Teachers. Terms and conditions of employment are subject to UC policy and appropriate collective bargaining agreement. See the following url for additional information: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/ix/index.html

For more information, please contact Carolyn Jennings at cjennings3@ucmerced.edu

Review of applications will begin 3/1/2024 and will remain open until the conclusion of the Summer Session.

Summer Session A Dates: 5/27/2024 - 7/3/2024
Summer Session B Dates: 6/23/2024 - 8/15/2024
Summer Session C Dates: 7/7/2024 - 8/15/2024
Summer Session D Dates: 5/27/2024 - 8/15/2024

Advanced degree and experience teaching at the college or university level are required. Must be able to provide a record of excellence in teaching.

• 3 required (contact information only)

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The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

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