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Summary The Department of Philosophy invites applications for at least one full-time Assistant Teaching Professor. This is a nonrenewable (one-year), full-time academic-year appointment with a start date of August 2026. The Department of Philosophy is an academic unit within the College of Arts and Sciences.

The vision for our College, aligned with the university's strategic plan, is to ensure that our students graduate career-ready to meet the world's challenges, and that our faculty research and creative activity contribute to the public good. We achieve this through robust collaboration across departmental boundaries, with particular attention given to increasing experiential learning for our undergraduate and graduate students and connecting our scholarly and creative work to the needs of our region. We are especially interested in recruiting candidates who can contribute excellence in teaching, scholarly/creative work, and/or service toward achieving inclusive excellence throughout the university and to the greater community.

The College is committed to faculty success, providing resources and support within the Dean's Office and through collaboration with Arts and Sciences departments and schools, leadership teams in other colleges, and university-serving partners such as the Center for Faculty Excellence. Through these connections, we have developed a comprehensive, cohort-based mentorship program to support the professional growth and advancement of faculty across all disciplines and ranks. We value and practice shared governance and are committed to maintaining a vibrant and supportive working environment.

The Philosophy Department at BGSU offers a major in Philosophy, Politics, Economics, and Law (PPEL), with an option for a specialization in philosophy. Students may also pursue a minor in philosophy or in PPEL. For more information about the Philosophy Department, see https://www.bgsu.edu/arts-and-sciences/philosophy.html

As a Public University for the Public Good, Bowling Green State University is a comprehensive, high research university located in northwestern Ohio committed to driving economic and cultural vitality in the region and beyond. Through innovative teaching, research and creative activities, BGSU fosters a collaborative and inclusive learning community where inspired ideas, knowledge and achievements support the region, state and nation. More than 760 talented and passionate faculty members teach across more than 200 undergraduate majors and programs, 17 doctoral programs, and 57 master's programs.

A focus on promoting research, scholarship, and creative activities has resulted in a significant increase in extramural funding over the past several years. Guided by Forward, BGSU's strategic plan, the University is focused on redefining student success. For the fifth year in a row, The Wall Street Journal ranks BGSU as the No.

1 public university in the Midwest that students would choose again. BGSU also holds the Wall Street Journal distinction of being the No. 1 public university in Ohio for the student experience.

Essential Functions The primary responsibility for this position is to teach four undergraduate courses per semester in core areas of philosophy and/or PPEL, including history of philosophy, history of political economy, and formal methods. The successful candidate will also teach introductory undergraduate courses in philosophy, including but not limited to introduction to philosophy, introduction to ethics, and courses in applied ethics, e.g., medical/health care ethics. Responsibilities also include providing service at the department, college, or university level

Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in Philosophy or related discipline (e.g., Political Science, Economics). ABDs are eligible to apply but the applicant must satisfy all the requirements for the doctoral degree before August 1, 2026 Experience teaching undergraduate courses in core areas of philosophy and/or PPEL as the instructor of record or as a Graduate Teaching Assistant Preferred Qualifications Experience as instructor of record for philosophy courses, including introduction to logic, introduction to ethics, or history of philosophy Experience teaching an undergraduate class in PPEL as the instructor of record

Additional Information Application Materials Required - Cover letter - Curriculum vitae - Names and contact information of three professional references - Unofficial transcripts showing highest degree earned and all graduate courses taken, with titles of seminars listed - Additional materials such as syllabi, evidence of teaching effectiveness, teaching philosophy, etc., may be requested at later stages of the search Finalist will be required to submit official transcripts and written letters of reference. BGSU policy requires finalist to authorize and pass a background check prior to receiving an offer of employment. Application Deadline Screening of applicants will begin June 3, 2026 and will continue until the positions are filled

Salary & Benefits Competitive and commensurate with candidate's experience and credentials. Full benefits package available. Further Information Please direct any inquires to Michael Weber, Chair of the Department of Philosophy, at meweber@bgsu.edu Bowling Green State University is an equal opportunity employer

The University is committed to maintaining an employment and educational environment that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected class: age (40 years of age or older), ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity and expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, military status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. EEOC Know Your Rights OCRC Know Your Rights In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email ohr@bgsu.edu

BGSU is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents