Apply Adjunct Faculty Philosophy Worcester, MA Apply Job Type Part-time Description Assumption University, a Catholic institution sponsored by the Augustinians of the Assumption and rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, strives to form graduates known for critical intelligence, thoughtful citizenship and compassionate service. We pursue these ambitious goals through a curriculum grounded in the liberal arts
and extending to the domain of professional studies. Enlivened by the Catholic affirmation of the harmony of faith and reason, we aim, by the pursuit of the truth, to transform the minds and hearts of students. An Equal Opportunity Employer. Assumption favors diversity, ecumenically welcomes all who share its goals, and strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented racial minorities to apply.Job
Description:The Philosophy Department at Assumption College seeks to hire one or two part-time adjunct instructors for Fall 2026 to staff added sections of our first two courses. These courses are capped at 22 students and have classical primary texts as their focus. Class meetings run from Monday, August 31 to Wednesday, December 9, with finals held through December 16. Class meeting times are currently flexible.
Adjuncts are welcomed as important contributors to the department and are provided with office space, email, voicemail, learning management system access (Brightspace), and other resources needed for quality teaching. Successful candidates may expect the opportunity to teach additional courses in subsequent semesters. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met
by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sitting, standing, walking, and bending are required of this position. Use of a computer keyboard and computer screen for periods of time with close vision and the ability to adjust visual focus plus manual dexterity are
required.MENTAL DEMANDS: The mental demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Examples of mental demands include reading (documents), detailed work, confidentiality, language, math, reasoning, oral
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