POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT NO.
16-40AS157
JOB OPENING ID: 11732
Position: Lecturer in Philosophy
Department: Philosophy
Hayes Hill Title: Lecturer (D80FN)
Position Description: AOS: 19th & 20th Century Philosophy. AOC: Open. The Philosophy Department at
UW Stevens Points currently has teaching needs in continental philosophy and in applied ethics (including
but not limited to business ethics, information ethics, and ethics of technology). The successful incumbent
will be expected to teach twelve credit hours each semester including Introduction to Philosophy courses.
A Ph.D. is expected prior to start of appointment. Candidates should send a letter of application, CV,
graduate transcripts, three confidential letters of recommendation (at least one of which should address
teaching potential), a statement on pedagogy, and evidence of teaching excellence (such as peer and student
evaluations, if available, and sample syllabi). To ensure full consideration, complete application materials
must be received by 11:59pm, May 15, 2016. Interviews of shortlisted candidates will be carried out using
Skype shortly thereafter.
Department/University Description: The Department of Philosophy at UWSP offers courses for students
who major in Philosophy, Environmental Ethics, or Religious Studies, and contributes to the General
Education Program of the University.
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, part of the University of Wisconsin System, is a leading
four-year comprehensive institution located in scenic Central Wisconsin. Approximately 9,300 students are
enrolled with a student faculty ratio of 20:1 in the classroom. While primarily serving undergraduates
through a variety of baccalaureate programs, UW-Stevens Point also offers several master's level graduate
programs and an applied doctoral degree (Au.D.) in audiology. The 406-acre campus features
state-of-the-art facilities and the Schmeeckle Nature Reserve. The university has a strong focus on
sustainability initiatives and has been named one of the nation’s green universities by The Princeton
Review. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and
staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit www.uwsp.edu for more information about UW-Stevens Point.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Ph.D. expected prior to start of appointment.
- Specialization in 19th and 20th Century Philosophy, and ability to teach Introduction to Philosophy
courses.
Preferred:
- Ability to teach continental philosophy and/or one or more areas in applied ethics.
Appointment Date: August 2016
Terms of Employment: This is a 9-month, full-time academic staff appointment. This appointment could
be extended for successive semester dependent on departmental need and meritorious performance.
Deadline: Continuous recruitment with first review of completed applications starting May 16, 2016. To
assure consideration, completed applications need to be received by end of day on May 15, 2016.
Applications received on or after May 16, 2016 may be considered.
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Files, including letters of recommendation, must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF
format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents:
- Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience
- Curriculum Vitae
- Unofficial transcripts
- Three letters of recommendation emailed directly from the individual writing the reference to
canderso@uwsp.edu, or via Interfolio
- A statement on pedagogy, and evidence of teaching excellence (such as peer and student evaluations, if
available, and sample syllabi).
Official transcripts will be required at time of hire
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application materials to the search committee. Upon submitting your application material, a
confirmation e-mail will be sent.
For additional information regarding the position, please call or email:
Chris Diehm
Associate Professor
Email: cdiehm@uwsp.edu
Phone: 715-346- 4948
If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted
your application with missing materials, please call or email:
Anna Golackson
Email: hr@uwsp.edu
Phone: 715-346-4419
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Women, minorities,
veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of
Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective
students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at http://www.uwsp.edu/dos/Pages/Annual-Security-Report.aspx
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of
the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
Employment will require a criminal background check.