The Department of Philosophy at the University of Prince Edward Island invites applications for a Sessional Instructor for the Fall 2020 semester.  This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

PHILOSOPHY 2050 / BUSINESS 2130 - Business Ethics

Students explore ethical issues specific to business, industry, and professional conduct. Topics range from corporate responsibilities, product and worker safety, diversity, sexual harassment, advertisement, insider trades, and environmental stewardship.  Students become familiar with the ethical issues regarding business, and are equipped with the conceptual tools necessary to respond to moral conflicts sensitively and responsibly. 

The course will be On-line.  Class is scheduled Tues/Thurs 4:00-5:15 pm. 

Please indicate whether you prefer to teach synchronously or asynchronously. 

Semester hours of credit: 3.

Qualifications:

Successful applicants will have a Ph.D. in Philosophy. Previous teaching experience and/or publications focused on the teaching of business ethics or on ethical questions related to the organization and conduct of business, industry or the professions 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, an updated curriculum vitae, a brief (2-page) sample course syllabus for business ethics at the second-year level, and the names of three references to:

Dr. Pamela Courtenay–Hall, Chair

Department of Philosophy

University of Prince Edward Island

Charlottetown, PE, C1A 4P3

Tel: (902) 566-0575

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.

Closing date for applications is July 8, 2020