Lecturer of Philosophy

OGLETHORPE UNIVERSITY, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is seeking a three-year Lecturer for a joint appointment in Philosophy and Core, Oglethorpe’s general education program. The appointment will start in Fall 2026. High quality teaching is the expectation at Oglethorpe.

The ideal candidate will be able to actively engage a diverse classroom of students using multi-modal pedagogical techniques and methods appropriate for a teaching-oriented liberal arts university. The area of specialization is History of Philosophy and Epistemology, particularly epistemological questions concerning scientific and political knowledge and belief claims. In addition, candidates must be capable of teaching across the curriculum, including but not limited to courses in Existentialism, Plato, and Philosophy of Language. The Philosophy Program at Oglethorpe University is committed to expanding, innovating, and diversifying its course offerings and learning opportunities for students. Therefore, preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate experience, willingness, and sufficient knowledge to design and to teach courses that speak to philosophical questions surrounding artificial intelligence, philosophy of religion, as well as courses that involve experiential learning, internships, and learning opportunities that leverage our Atlanta location.

You can learn more about Oglethorpe’s Core Program via the website at:

https://oglethorpe.edu/academics/the-core/

Responsibilities will include full-time teaching (4/4 course load, 3 Core and 1 Philosophy course per semester), engaging in regular service to the university, and staying current in their field of expertise. In addition, candidates will be expected to contribute to departmental/university service initiatives and mentor and advise students from diverse backgrounds. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a commitment to teaching from a liberal arts perspective, stressing excellent writing skills, theoretical understanding, critical analysis, and connecting theory to practice. Furthermore, the Core and Philosophy Programs are seeking candidates who are interested in working closely with other faculty members, both inside and outside of the Philosophy and Core programs, to build a more robust and inclusive interdisciplinary curriculum.

Requirements

A Ph.D. in Philosophy in hand by August 2026 is required.

About Oglethorpe University

Founded in 1835, Oglethorpe University is a liberal arts college that unites a close-knit campus community with the big city culture and opportunities of Atlanta, Georgia. Today, the university enrolls over 1,400 students, representing 33 states and 31 countries, and offers students Atlanta’s premiere undergraduate learning experience. Students at Oglethorpe benefit from small classes and close connections to our outstanding faculty.

Application Instructions 

Candidates should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, evidence of excellence in teaching (e.g. syllabi, examples of student work, or student evaluations), a statement of teaching philosophy, and the names and contact information for three references. In the letter of interest, please address all the qualifications stated above and share how your teaching and mentoring practices align with Oglethorpe’s commitment to an inclusive learning environment.

To ensure full consideration, please submit all required materials as one PDF file via the application portal.  Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Specific questions about the position may be directed to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Whooley, via email at aprintz@oglethorpe.edu.

Oglethorpe University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive excellence. Oglethorpe prohibits discrimination against all applicants and employees based on race; age; color; religion; national origin or ancestry; sex; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity or gender expression; marital status; pregnancy; childbirth or related medical conditions; disability; genetic information; citizenship status; veteran status; or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.