Assistant Professor of Philosophy

Position Details Position Information Posting Number

F00495P

Classification Title Assistant Professor Position Title Assistant Professor of Philosophy GSU Information Georgia State University is a national model for innovation and opening opportunities for all, among the top five most innovative by U.S. News & World Report, ranked 1st among public universities in undergraduate teaching, the number 1 nonprofit university to award bachelor’s degrees to African American students, 4th in the country for its first-year student experience, and highly ranked for enabling the social and economic mobility of its students. Among the most diverse universities in the nation, Georgia State opens global perspectives as the number 1 U.S. public university sending African American students to study abroad. A regional gateway to higher education, the five suburban Perimeter College campuses provide more than 30 associate degree pathways. The downtown Atlanta campus offers more than 250 degree programs in 100 fields of study at the undergraduate, graduate and first-professional degree levels. With five university-wide research centers and numerous centers and institutes at the college and school levels, Georgia State’s interdisciplinary, dynamic and productive research enterprises address major health and societal challenges. It is one of only 146 universities with an R1 designation from the Carnegie Foundation, an honor reserved for the nation’s most active research institutions. Outgoing research expenditures have doubled in the last decade and topped $1.2 billion over the last six years, an indication of the University’s rapid research growth. Georgia State is vital to the regional economy, with a more than $2.9 billion economic impact, and is also a vital part of Atlanta’s vibrant arts and entertainment community, with highly regarded programs in music, art, creative writing and film, the Rialto Center for the Arts, and the Creative Media Industries Institute that contributes to innovation and the workforce for interactive media and media entrepreneurship. General information on faculty roles and responsibilities can be obtained from the Faculty Handbook and the Office of Faculty Affairs website All faculty at Georgia State are, as part of their essential job duties, expected to: (1) be physically present on-campus as needed to contribute to Georgia State’s in-person educational experience, and (2) be able to teach in each of the following instructional modalities – in-person, online, or blended/hybrid – as determined by their Department Chair or Dean. Department Humanities Department College Perimeter College Campus College-wide Position Type Full Time Faculty Posting Type Internal/External About the Department The Department of Humanities at Georgia State University’s Perimeter College is home to American Sign Language, humanities, journalism, philosophy, religious studies, speech communication, and world languages. The humanities department contributes to the essential liberal arts foundation of the academic curriculum, and humanities faculty are passionate about teaching and are dedicated to the highest quality of instruction. Humanities faculty challenge students to think critically and deeply, to develop multicultural awareness, and to develop their minds and their skills in a way that will foster both personal and professional success. The highly accomplished humanities faculty not only equip students with the skills they’ll need for successful careers, but also with the skills they’ll need to be effective and engaged citizens. Position Description Perimeter College invites applications for a tenure-track assistant or associate professor position in Philosophy. This is a teaching-focused position: 80% of the workload is instruction, with service and scholarly and creative activity accounting for 10% each. Perimeter faculty are responsible for providing 27-32 credit hours of instruction per academic year and engaging in service to the department, college, and university. Perimeter College faculty maintain a campus presence, and the successful applicant will demonstrate a strong commitment to early undergraduate teaching and learning, and the ability to thrive in an access institution. Perimeter College is a multi-campus institution, and the teaching assignment may be on any of the college’s campuses. Required Experience Experience teaching online and using a distance learning platform. Experience or demonstrated interest in high-impact educational practices, scholarship of teaching and learning, building college-to-career linkages, and/or other pedagogical initiatives that enhance student success. Experience or demonstrated interest in scholarship in the discipline and/or scholarship of teaching and learning. Required Education A Ph.D. in Philosophy is required. Preferred Qualifications/Experience None Specified. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to teach effectively using a variety of methods with a demonstrated knowledge of instructional technology. Ability to create a sense of belonging for a varied student population and facilitate student learning in both the in-person and virtual learning environments. Effective oral and written communication skills. Excellent communication, organizational and computer skills (able to maintain appropriate records). Ability to collaborate with colleagues to achieve discipline, department, or college goals. Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations, etc None specified. Pre-Employment Requirements A criminal background check is required. Work Hours Position may require non-standard hours (including day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend and/or other campus locations). Salary Salary range: $49,082 – $54,082 or Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Search Chair Contact info Please contact the search committee chair Bettina Durant, View email address on click.appcast.io regarding questions about the position. Departmental contact for assistance Job Duties Description of Job Duty Instruction (80%), Service (10%), Research (10%) Percentage Of Time 100 Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 08/01/2026 Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date 06/25/2026 Review of Applications Begins 07/01/2026 Close Date 08/05/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Summary Qualified applicants must provide the following application materials to be considered: Letter of interest. Curriculum Vitae/Resume. Unofficial Transcript of all degrees completed. Official transcripts must be provided if an offer is accepted. Foreign Degree Transcript is required for foreign graduate degrees. Foreign Degree Equivalency Evaluation is required for all graduate degrees earned outside the United States Apply at: Equal Opportunity Employment Statement Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status. USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Resume/CV Letter of Intent/Cover Letter Unofficial Transcripts of All Graduate-Level Degrees Completed or In Progress Optional Documents Foreign Degree Transcript Evaluation #J-18808-Ljbffr Technical University of Denmark