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Triton College, IL

Philosophy Instructor

River Grove, IL · On-site

$1.0K/wk

Master's degree in Philosophy or Master's degree with 18 graduate level credit hours in Philosophy Responsibilities 1. Utilizes active learning and student success strategies in the classroom. 2. ...

CalPolyPomona

Lecturer AY - Philosophy

Pomona, CA · On-site

$6.2K/mo

We have two options, a general option for students considering graduate school in philosophy and a law and society option, for students considering law school. We are also the administrative home of ...

Cal Poly Pomona

Lecturer AY - Philosophy

Pomona, CA · On-site

$6.2K/mo

We have two options, a general option for students considering graduate school in philosophy and a law and society option, for students considering law school. We are also the administrative home of ...

Carleton

Assistant Professor of Philosophy

Northfield, MN · On-site

$87K - $93K/yr

Our majors have gone on to graduate school in Philosophy, Engineering, Economics, Psychology, as well as medical school, law school, and have pursued non-philosophical careers with a variety of ...

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Graduate Assistant - Philosophy

Edinburg, TX • On-site

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Education • 1 - 5K employees
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$2.5K/day

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

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7.6

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Posting Details
Title Information
Assistantship Title
Graduate Assistant
Job Class Code
10096
FLSA
Exempt
Minimum Qualifications
1. Must be admitted to a graduate degree program.
2. Must be in good academic standing
3. Be registered full-time for the respective semester - nine (9) semester credit hours during the fall semester, nine (9) semester credit hours during the spring semester, or three (3) semester credit hours during the summer session or be registered in the required number of semester credit hours to fulfill the only remaining requirements of the degree plan.
Position Information
Posting Number
A1479
Working Title
Graduate Assistant - Philosophy
Location
Edinburg, Texas
College
College of Liberal Arts
Department
College of Liberal Arts / Philosophy
Division
Provost - Academic Affairs
FTE
.25
Scope of Job
The Graduate Assistant will provide programmatic, and research support to the Department of Philosophy's Master of Science in Bioethics program. Responsibilities may include assisting with student recruitment and outreach activities, maintaining program records, supporting online and in-person events, conducting literature reviews and research related to bioethics topics, assisting with grant-related activities, preparing reports and program materials, and supporting faculty initiatives associated with the MS in Bioethics program. The Graduate Assistant will work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students while contributing to the growth, promotion, and daily operations of the Bioethics program.
Discipline Specific Required Qualifications
Must be admitted to or enrolled in a graduate program. Demonstrated interest in bioethical issues, strong analytical and writing skills, and the ability to assist with academic and research activities related to the MS in Bioethics program
Preferred Qualifications
Coursework or experience in bioethics, healthcare ethics, research ethics, or philosophy of medicine. Experience with academic research, literature reviews, data management, or program support activities is preferred.
Salary
2500.00
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
09/01/2026
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Open Date
08/18/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
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Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission.
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
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