Assistant Professor of Philosophy and Religious Studies | Ferris State University Job at Ferris State University, Big Rapids, MI

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  • Ferris State University
  • Big Rapids, MI

Job Description

Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Philosophy and Religious Studies

Location:

Big Rapids (Main Campus)

Department:

33500 - Humanities

Advertised Salary:

$60,000 to 62,000 - Salary commensurate with education, experience, and other requirements. 

Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits package (health care, vacation, etc.). Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position.

FLSA:

Exempt

Temporary/Continuing: 

Continuing

Part-Time/Full-Time:

Full-Time

Union Group:

Ferris Faculty Association (MEA-NEA)

Term of Position:

9 Month

At Will/Just Cause:

Just Cause

Summary of Position:

• Ferris State University’s Department of Humanities seeks applications for an Assistant Professor in Philosophy and Religious Studies.
• The selected candidate will teach a variety of courses in Religious Studies, Philosophy and Ethics. Other teaching assignments in the Department's “Humanities Area,” will be based upon the candidate's teaching credentials, which may include; African American Studies, Humanities Studies, Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies, and/or other closely related fields.
• Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses or online. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment.
• The start date for this position is August 2025.

Position Type:

Faculty - Temporary & Continuing

Required Education:

• Ph.D. in Philosophy (or ABD with Ph.D. completion by August 1, 2025), and graduate coursework in Religious Studies and/or the Philosophy of Religion.
OR
• Ph.D. in in Religious Studies and/or the Philosophy of Religion (or ABD with Ph.D. degree completion by August 1, 2025), and graduate coursework in Philosophy.

Required Work Experience:

• Demonstrated expertise in Religious Studies and/or the Philosophy of Religion
• Demonstrated expertise in Philosophy
• Two years part-time is equivalent to one year full-time.
• Demonstrated expertise in Ethics

Required Licenses and Certifications:

Physical Demands:

  • Office Environment
  • Bending
  • Carrying
  • Moving
  • Reaching
  • Sitting
  • Twisting
  • Repetitive movement
  • Standing

Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:

• Prior experience teaching undergraduate courses in Religious Studies and/or the Philosophy of Religion, Philosophy or Ethics.
• Ability to teach other courses in the Department’s “Humanities Area.”

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Teach a variety of courses in Religious Studies, Philosophy, and Ethics.
• Teach other courses in the Department's “Humanities Area,” which may include; African American Studies, Humanities Studies, Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies, or other closely related fields.
• Faculty members also have professional responsibilities which include; advising students, orientation and registration of students, participation in university committees, keeping regular posted office hours (which are scheduled at times convenient for students), and participation in traditional functions which have academic significance (i.e. reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time).
• Faculty members may be required to teach off-campus or in an on-line environment.
• Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
• Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
• Contributing to the scholarly community.
• Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.

Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated commitment, experience, and understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Required Documents:

  • Cover Letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Unofficial Transcript 1
  • Teaching Philosophy

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcript of Ph.D. degree. Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.
• Unofficial Transcript 2 (OPTIONAL): Applicants who have completed a Masters degree must attach a copy of unofficial transcript. Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.
• Applicants are to submit a cover letter, C.V. and statement of teaching philosophy.

Initial Application Review Date:

February 3, 2025

Open Until Position is Filled?:

Yes

Posting Close Date:

EEO Statement:

Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence.  Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at  ferris.edu . The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit:  Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement .

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About Ferris State University

Ferris State University prepares students for successful careers, responsible citizenship, and lifelong learning. Through its many partnerships and its career-oriented, broad-based education, Ferris serves our rapidly changing global economy and society.

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