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Sessional Instructor - Department of Philosophy - Faculty of Arts (Fall 2021)

Competition Number:
35SI21
Position Type:
Sessional Opening
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of Philosophy - Faculty of Arts
Position:
Sessional Instructor
Contract:
Fall 2021

The Department of Philosophy at the University of Prince Edward Island invites applications for the position of Sessional Instructor for the Fall 2021 Semester. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

Philosophy 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 time is Monday, Wednesday 3 – 4:15 pm

This course may be offered in person or on-line

Qualifications:

The successful applicants will have a Ph.D. in Philosophy. Previous teaching experience and/or publications focused on the teaching of philosophy, or on basic issues in the history of philosophy, or on basic issues in any field of philosophy relevant to the course description below 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 Introduction to Philosophy at the first-year level, 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

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.

Thank you for your interest in teaching at the University of Prince Edward Island. 

Consideration of applications will begin May 25, 2021 and continue until the position is filled.

 

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.