Adjunct Faculty - Philosophy of Gender, Race, and Class

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Job Summary

Job Description

The Humanities and Arts Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking a part-time adjunct Philosophy faculty member to teach a section of “Philosophy 2716: Gender, Race, and Class” from October 20 to December 12, 2025 on Monday and Thursday afternoons. The course consists of an examination of categories used to mark social identities of marked difference, such as gender, race, class, sexuality, ability, species, etc. WPI Philosophy and Religion faculty teach introductory courses, intermediate thematic surveys, and advanced topic seminars. WPI’s PY-RE program has particular strengths in social justice and environmental philosophy; underrepresented philosophical and religious traditions including feminism, critical race theory, and non-Western worldviews; and studies of science, technology, and ethics.
Must have:
  • PhD (or ABD) in Philosophy, Women Studies, Gender Studies, Critical Race Theory, or allied fields
  • Demonstrate teaching excellence and versatility
  • Ability to jump into an existing curriculum with creative and critical pedagogical approaches
Perks:
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement
  • Tuition assistance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Work-life benefits

Job Details

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Humanities and Arts Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking a part-time adjunct Philosophy faculty member to teach a section of “Philosophy 2716: Gender, Race, and Class” from October 20 to December 12, 2025 on Monday and Thursday afternoons. The course consists of an examination of categories used to mark social identities of marked difference, such as gender, race, class, sexuality, ability, species, etc. Candidates should have PhD (or ABD) in Philosophy, Women Studies, Gender Studies, Critical Race Theory, or allied fields.

JOB DESCRIPTION

WPI Philosophy and Religion faculty teach introductory courses, intermediate thematic surveys, and advanced topic seminars. WPI’s PY-RE program has particular strengths in social justice and environmental philosophy; underrepresented philosophical and religious traditions including feminism, critical race theory, and non-Western worldviews; and studies of science, technology, and ethics. We are looking for outstanding scholars, but successful candidates must also demonstrate teaching excellence and versatility as well as an ability to jump into an existing curriculum with creative and critical pedagogical approaches.

Submitting an application for this part-time posting will place you in an applicant pool to fill Philosophy and Religion adjunct faculty opportunities by the course on an as-needed basis. Specific topics and start dates will vary over the academic year.

Qualified applicants from this applicant pool will be contacted as opportunities arise. Your application will remain in the pool until the posting closes. If you wish to be considered for positions beyond that date, then you must reapply.

Applicants should submit the following:

  • cover letter that addresses relevant expertise and experience
  • current c.v. that includes the names and contact information for three references
  • evidence of teaching experience (syllabi, teaching portfolio, etc.)

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