The Department of Philosophy at the University of Prince Edward Island invites applications for the position of Sessional Instructor for the Winter 2022 Semester. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

Phil 2050 / Bus 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. 

Semester hours of credit: 3.

Class is scheduled for Wed. 6 – 8:45 pm

Qualifications:

The successful applicants will have a Ph.D. in Philosophy or a Ph.D. Previous teaching and/or business/industry 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, updated curriculum vitae, a brief (2-page) sample course syllabus, and the names of three references to:

Dr. Malcolm Murray, Prof. and Acting Chair
Department of Philosophy
University of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, PE, C1A 4P3
Tel: (902) 566-0575
mmurray@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 August 26, 2021, and continue until the position is filled.