Philosophy, Lecturer (General), Non-Tenure Track

Position DetailsPosition Details Job Title Philosophy, Lecturer (General), Non-Tenure TrackPosition Title Philosophy, Lecturer (General), Non-Tenure TrackPosition NumberJob Category University FacultyJob Type Full-TimeFLSA Status ExemptCampus Rogers Park-Lake Shore CampusLocation Code PHILOSOPHY (02108A)Department Name PHILOSOPHYIs this split and/or fully grant funded? NoDuties and Responsibilities Salary Range: $65,000 - $70,000 Benefits Information: The Department of Philosophy in the College of Arts and Sciences at Loyola University Chicago seeks qualified candidates for an appointment as Lecturer beginning Fall 2026. The Department of Philosophy has approximately 35 full-time faculty serving over 100 majors and is located on the university's Lakeshore Campus. We are an urban-based, pluralist Department of Philosophy dedicated to mentoring a diverse student body (both graduate and undergraduate), many of whom come from underrepresented and underserved populations. For more information about the department, please visit its website at We welcome candidates with strong teaching profiles in introductory and upper-level undergraduate philosophy courses who are committed to interdisciplinarity. We have particular teaching needs in healthcare ethics. This search is part of a College-wide, multiyear hiring initiative designed to hire outstanding researchers and teachers who are prepared to contribute to a culture of inclusion, committed to interdisciplinarity, dedicated to the pursuit of external grants, and appreciative of a Jesuit, Catholic education. This position involves teaching introductory and upper-level undergraduate courses. The successful candidate will also engage in professional development activities as well as service at the department level or above.Qualifications The candidate will have a PhD in Philosophy at the time of appointment. Candidates for the position must demonstrate clear potential for excellence in teaching and student mentorship. The candidate must be willing to support the mission of Loyola University Chicago and the goals of a Jesuit, Catholic education.Physical Demands NoneWorking Conditions NoneMinimum Education and/or Work Experience The candidate will have a PhD in Philosophy at the time of appointment. Candidates for the position must demonstrate clear potential for excellence in teaching and student mentorship. The candidate must be willing to support the mission of Loyola University Chicago and the goals of a Jesuit, Catholic education.Open Date 11/18/2025Close DateSalary Range $65,000-$70,000Additional Salary Information The anticipated salary range for this position is in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. This salary range is for a nine-month academic appointment. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on a range of factors including, but not limited to, the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree; training; field or discipline; budget availability; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants should submit to (1) a letter of interest; (2) a current Curriculum Vitae; (3) a statement on teaching philosophy and experience; (4) a statement addressing past or potential contributions to mentoring a diverse student body and engaging a diverse community through teaching and service; and (5) the names and email addresses of three individuals prepared to provide letters of recommendation (letter writers will receive an electronic prompt asking them to submit their letters).Please direct inquiries to: Jacqueline Scott, Philosophy Department Chair Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications received before December 10, 2025 will receive full consideration.As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago's mission, candidates should consult our website at For information about the university's focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at Loyola University Chicago Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world. Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here. Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University's Nondiscrimination Policy.Quick Link for Posting Number 8501232Organizational Location PROVOSTPosting DetailsPosting Detail Number of Vacancies 1Desired Start Date 08/10/2026Position End DateOpen Until Filled Yes

Created: 2026-03-04