Assistant Professor, Philosophy

Social Sciences Department

Faculty

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· Complete CCRI’s online application, and attach a cover letter and resume by the closing date.· If attaching a resume complete with education history and/or employment history, please
disregard these sections within the online application.· Please include the contact information for three (3) references within the application.· Finalists will be required to provide official college transcripts.· Please note that all RI Council of Postsecondary Education employees (i.e., full- and part-time
faculty and non-classified employees) must be fully vaccinated and boosted when eligible. Learn
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Please contact Human Resources at 401-825-2311 (TTY: 401-825-2313) if you require assistance with the online application process.

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CCRI’s Social Sciences department comprises 17 full-time faculty members teaching Economics, History, Philosophy, Political Science, and Sociology. We are a service department supporting CCRI’s general education curriculum and degree programs across the college.

The Community College of Rhode Island seeks a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Philosophy to teach the following undergraduate courses: Introduction to Philosophy, Ethics, and Logic. The Assistant Professor will join a dynamic, diverse, and collegial department, participate in curriculum development, and serve on departmental and college committees.

Commitment to CCRI’s Mission:· Demonstrate a commitment to the philosophy and mission of a comprehensive community college.Communication Skills, Teamwork, and Relationship Management· Practice excellence in oral and written communications with peers and students across a variety of platforms;· Work collaboratively with others in a diverse, inclusive, and student-centered environment, with students of various cultures, identities, and life experiences; and· Manage conflict effectively in both classroom situations and relationships with faculty and administrative peers.Disciplinary Expertise:• Plan, develop, present, and modify Philosophy courses from proposal, to syllabus, to classroom, to assessment, to evaluation;• Convey knowledge effectively to students;• Create new Philosophy courses; and• Continue professional growth as a philosopher.Instructional Skills:• Teach Introduction to Philosophy, Ethics, and Logic;• Use advanced technologies to expand student resources and learning opportunities;• Assess student learning according to demonstrated mastery of student learning objectives; and• Demonstrate creativity and flexibility in pedagogical approaches to a diverse population of students and peers.Service to the College:· Attend and actively participate in departmental meetings;· Collaborate with peers on curriculum development and assessment;· Practice a collegial approach to self- and peer-evaluations;· Travel and teach at multi-campus locations, as required by department; andActively participate in college governance, college-wide task forces, and/or student organizations

• Master’s Degree in Philosophy with a specialization in social philosophy.• One (1) year of fully independent teaching experience at the collegiate level.• Experience teaching at least two (2) of the following courses: Introduction to Philosophy, Logic, Ethics.

The most suitably qualified candidate will possess the following:• An earned Doctorate Degree.• Experience teaching at a community college.• Experience teaching online and hybrid courses.• Experience with curriculum development, student learning outcomes, and effective assessments to measure them.• Experience with Blackboard or other learning management systems.

Full-Time

Exempt

NA

Salary commensurate with education and experience

Full-time employees enjoy an array of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits and Rewards for Wellness Incentives
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• In-State Tuition Waivers
• Legal Care Insurance

For a complete listing, visit: https://ccri.edu/hr/benefits/index.html

Department Chair

Permanent

Academic

Fulltime- Academic Year Schedule; Tenure Track Position

Initially located at the Lincoln Campus

This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

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01/14/2023

02/20/2023

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https://jobs.ccri.edu/postings/4281

Applications may not be accepted after the closing date.

Some roles will require finalists to provide official college transcripts and proof of COVID-19 vaccination and booster.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 401-825-2311. TTY: 401-825-2313.

CCRI is committed to ensuring the full participation of all applicants throughout the recruitment process. If you should require an accommodation during the application process, please notify the Department of Institutional Equity and Human Resources prior to the closing of the posting by calling (401) 825-2311.

CCRI is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

We recognize that diversity and inclusivity are essential to creating a dynamic, positive and high-performing educational and work environment. We welcome applicants who can contribute to the College’s commitment to excellence created by diversity and inclusivity.

CCRI prohibits discrimination, including harassment and retaliation, on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or status as a protected veteran. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination shall be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator at: TitleIXCoordinator@ccri.edu.

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