Visiting Assistant Professor in Philosophy

Job Description: The UTEP Philosophy Department invites applications for a one-year, full-time Visiting Assistant Professor beginning Fall 2026. Area of specialization: Open. Area of competence: Open, but the department has teaching needs in Social-Political Philosophy and the History of Philosophy (Ancient, Modern, Twentieth Century). The appointed faculty will be expected to teach a large section of Introduction to Philosophy or Introduction to Ethics each semester. The teaching load is 3/3 per semester. Requirements: ABD applicants are welcome, but a Ph.D. by August 31, 2026 is required. Experience working with diverse student populations and first-generation students are both highly desirable. Additional Information: In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment. The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at , or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312. For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at . To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. Application Instructions: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must submit a cover letter, CV, and writing sample. Applicants will be prompted to provide the names of three professional references with email addresses to procure letters of reference (Interfolio generated emails acceptable). Graduate transcripts will be requested later in the search process. Applicants are encouraged to apply by March 31, 2026. Interviews will be conducted by Zoom. Please address questions to Noell Birondo (), department chair.

Created: 2026-03-10