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Sessional Instructor - Department of Philosophy - Faculty of Arts (Summer 2022)

Competition Number:
15SI22
Position Type:
Sessional Opening
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of Philosophy
Position:
Sessional Instructor
Contract:
Summer 2022

The Department of Philosophy at the University of Prince Edward Island invites applications for the position of Sessional Instructor for the Summer Semester 2022 (May 9 - June 16). This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

PHIL 1010 – Introduction to Philosophy

This course introduces philosophical inquiry and explores questions such as: How is the mind connected to the body? What is it to know something? How does scientific knowledge differ from other forms of knowledge? Is there an external world that exists independently of human perception and cognition and if so, do we have access to it? How do we figure out what is morally right or wrong? What is justice? Is there a universal human nature? How do religious beliefs differ from other types of beliefs? What are some of the traditional arguments regarding the existence of God?

Lectures: Three hours a week
Class meeting times: Mon-Wed 9 am to 11:45 am

Qualifications:

Successful applicants will have a Ph.D. in Philosophy.

Previous teaching experience and/or publications focused on the teaching of philosophy and/or on issues in metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, philosophy of science, social and political philosophy, ancient philosophy, or the history of philosophy will be an asset

Preference will be given to qualified candidates with seniority on the UPEI Sessional Roster in the academic unit.

Application Instructions: 

Applicants should submit a letter of application, updated curriculum vitae, a sample course syllabus, and the names of three references to:

Dr. Pamela Courtenay–Hall, Assoc. Prof. and Chair
Department of Philosophy
University of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, PE, C1A 4P3
Tel: (902) 566-0575
pcourtenay@upei.ca

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation, and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

UPEI will require all students, staff, and faculty to comply with the Covid 19 attestation and vaccination requirements as set out under the UPEI Covid 19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy.

Closing date for applications is April 6, 2022.

 

UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.