Philosophy Lecturer

Philosophy Lecturer

Posting Number: F-1036
College/Unit: College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences
Home Department: Department of Philosophy, Anthropology, and Religion
Employee Group: Fixed-Term Faculty - Academic Year
Employment Status: Full-Time
Position Type: 9 month (Academic Year)
Position Classification: Fixed-Term Faculty
Position Begin Date: 08/24/2026
Position End Date:

Position Summary:

The Department of Philosophy, Anthropology, and Religion at Central Michigan University invites applications for a fixed-term faculty position in Philosophy to begin August 2026. The teaching load is 4 courses per semester, and will consist primarily of sections of Contemporary Moral Problems and Introduction to Philosophy, to be taught in-person on our campus in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. Sufficient competence in business ethics to teach an existing online business ethics course is also desirable. Preference among otherwise outstanding candidates may be given to those whose research interests complement those of the current PHL faculty. This position has the possibility of renewal, subject to favorable evaluation and annual enrollment projections.

Required Qualifications:

• ABD status in Philosophy, or a conferred doctoral degree in Philosophy.
• Ability to teach Contemporary Moral Problems and Introduction to Philosophy.
• Evidence of outstanding classroom teaching.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Philosophy.
• Competence in business ethics sufficient to teach existing online course.

Message to Applicants:

Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering an environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We are especially interested in highly qualified candidates who will advance and promote CMUs mission, vision, and leadership standards.

Applications must be received online to be considered and must include: a letter of application; a CV; contact information for at least two references who can submit letters upon request; sample syllabi for Contemporary Moral Problems and Introduction to Philosophy (uploaded under "Other Document (1)"); and evidence of teaching excellence (e.g., student survey data, peer teaching evaluations, statements of pedagogical approach, etc.).

Review of applications will begin June 1, 2026 . Priority consideration will be given to applications received by that date; however, review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Questions may be addressed to Dr. Robert Noggle, Philosophy Program Director, at 989-774-2651 or [email protected] .

Visa sponsorship is not supported for this position.

About the Department:

To learn more about the department, please visit the department website .

Posting Begins: 05/11/2026
Posting Ends:
Open Until Filled: Yes

About CMU:

Central Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become leaders and changemakers in their communities and in their personal and professional lives.

We serve nearly 15,500 students on our Mount Pleasant campus, in satellite locations around the state and throughout the country, and through flexible online programs. Many of our approximately 300 undergraduate, masters, specialist and doctoral programs in the arts, media, business, education, human services, health professions, liberal arts, social sciences, medicine, science and engineering are nationally ranked for excellence.

CMU leads the nation in leadership development programming through our Sarah R. Opperman Leadership Institute, and we are proud to be among only 5% of U.S. universities in the top two Carnegie research classifications. Our faculty work with graduate and undergraduate students in areas such as Great Lakes research, medical innovation, engineering technology and more.

Central is home to 17 mens and womens Division 1 sports including football, basketball, gymnastics, baseball, wrestling and more. Our student-athletes achieve great success in competition and in the classroom, capturing Mid-American Conference championships and maintaining an average cumulative GPA of 3.17.

CMU is located in Mount Pleasant, a community that blends the best of small-town living with big-city amenities. Its part of the culturally varied and vibrant Great Lakes Bay Region that also includes Saginaw, Bay City, Midland and the states largest Native American community, centered on the Saginaw Chippewa Isabella Reservation in Mount Pleasant.

Area residents enjoy the mix of outdoor activities, cultural events, shopping and dining options, and family attractions. Other major Michigan destinations and attractions - Lansing, Grand Rapids, Detroit, Traverse City, wineries, beaches, golf and ski resorts, and many more - are within easy reach of the citys central location in Michigans Lower Peninsula.

CMU employees enjoy access to a nationally recognized wellness program along with health care and benefits that exceed regional, state and national norms.

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