University of West Georgia Hiring for Philosophy Part-Time (POOL) at UWG Recruiting Location Full Time

Job Title: Philosophy Part-Time (POOL)
Location: UWG Recruiting Location
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 246869
About Us Since 1906, UWG has been home to those who are eager to take their own path, learn, and grow. With more than 12,700 students from across Georgia, 34 other states and 64 countries, 95+ undergraduate programs and concentrations, and 35 master’s, specialist, and doctoral degree programs, we’ve come a long way since then. Today, we’re a regional powerhouse making a $626 million local economic impact.With locations in Carrollton, Douglasville, and Newnan, Georgia, we take pride in making a difference in the lives of our students, our neighbors, and the world. In essence, UWG provides a safe, quality and affordable college experience that transforms lives. Amazing things happen when you Go West! The university is organized into our College of Art, Culture, and Scientific Inquiry; College of Education; Richards College of Business; University College; School of Communication, Film, and Media; Tanner Health System School of Nursing; Honors College; Graduate School; UWG Newnan; and our UWG Douglasville Center. Department Information The Department of Art, History, and Philosophy (DAHP) is a distinctive collective of faculty, staff, and students conducting outstanding creative investigations and scholarly works within the visual arts, culture and humanities. The faculty in DAHP bring extensive knowledge and talents to students in all majors, minors and certificate programs. Philosophy at UWG offers a BA in Philosophy, and a BA in Philosophy with a concentration in either (Law, Justice, and Society) or in (Religion); along with minors in Philosophy or Religion. We seek part-time faculty colleagues to teach Philosophy-based university core classes, and limited other discipline related courses as part of our annual course offerings. Course offerings for part-time colleagues are as needed; however, we typically have multiple courses/sections opportunities for part-time colleagues within each semester.Job Summary

Seeking part-time faculty colleagues to teach Philosophy-based university core classes, and limited other discipline related courses as part of our annual course offerings.

Responsibilities

• Teach Philosophy-based university core classes, and limited other discipline related courses as part of our annual course offerings.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must have completed a minimum of 18 hours of discipline specific courses work at the Master’s level.Candidates must provide references that outline support for teaching.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference to candidates who have completed a Master’s degree or terminal degree (MA or PhD) within the specified discipline of Philosophy or a related field. Application materials and credentials should correlate with the specific areas of application.Preference to candidates who have documented experience in teaching Philosophy based pedagogy.

Proposed Salary

• Regionally Competitive.

Contact Information

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Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of West Georgia, as determined by the University of West Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

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