New River Community College
25-26 AY Temporary Faculty Pool (Lecturer) - Philosophy: Critical Thinking and T
New River Community College, Fresno, California, United States, 93650
Temporary Faculty Pool - Lecturer in Critical Thinking and Theory of Knowledge
Job No: 548948
Work Type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: Fresno, Central California
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA (California Faculty Association)
Appointment Type: Temporary
Time Basis: Part Time
Workplace Type: On-site (in-person)
Department Overview The Department of Philosophy offers a general Philosophy Major, Pre-Law Option, Religious Studies Option, and minors in Philosophy, Peace and Conflict Studies, and Middle East Studies. The department offers courses in Contemporary Moral Conflicts, Moral Questions, 19th Century Philosophy, 20th Century Philosophy, Philosophy of Race, Feminist Philosophy, and Philosophy of Law, among others.
Position Summary The department seeks qualified candidates to teach undergraduate courses such as:
Phil 25: Methods of Reasoning
– Principles and methods of good reasoning. Topics include argument structure, deductive and inductive reasoning, observation assessment, language and reasoning, and common fallacies. Phil 150: Foundations of Knowledge
– Nature, sources, and limits of human knowledge. Topics include perception, reason, testimony, intuition, science, mathematics, values, arts, religion, social issues, and psychological states. Phil 125W: Issues in Political Philosophy
– Examination of prominent political philosophies and contemporary public policy issues. Topics include scope and limits of government authority, role of government in economy, foreign policy, health care, education, agriculture, and environment. Meets upper‑division writing skills requirement.
Instructor Responsibility Temporary faculty members are responsible for adherence to university policies as directed in the Academic Policy Manual. Duties include preparation, delivery, proctoring, and grading of lectures, office hours, homework assignments, quizzes, class projects, midterm and final exams. All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the semester in the mode assigned (asynchronous, synchronous, in‑person, or hybrid).
Conditional Appointment Appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to collective bargaining agreement. Eligibility to work in the United States is required (Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for temporary faculty positions).
Required Qualifications Education
– Ph.D. in Philosophy (advanced ABD considered). Experience
– Demonstrated commitment to excellence built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.
Preferred Qualifications Commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level, evidenced through prior teaching experiences and evaluations. Successful undergraduate teaching experience.
Application Procedures Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Review may begin as early as June 4, 2025 for a Fall 2025 assignment. Deadline for Fall 2025 is June 12, 2025. Projected deadline for Spring 2025 is October 31, 2025. Projected closing date for 2025‑2026 is March 1, 2026. Complete an online application at
https://careers.fresnostate.edu
and attach:
Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience, and list of courses you are interested in teaching. Curriculum vitae. Names and contact information of at least three professional references (letters not submitted). Copies of unofficial transcripts. Interviews may follow. Qualified applicants not hired at this time will remain in the pool for future consideration. About the Campus California State University, Fresno is a forward‑looking, diverse institution located in Central Valley, known for agriculture, reasonable housing costs, cultural diversity, and proximity to Yosemite National Park and the Sierra Nevada. It is a Hispanic‑Serving Institution, an Asian American‑Native American‑Pacific Islander‑Serving Institution, and has been designated to the Community Engagement Classification.
Equal Employment Opportunity California State University, Fresno is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. It is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations.
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Department Overview The Department of Philosophy offers a general Philosophy Major, Pre-Law Option, Religious Studies Option, and minors in Philosophy, Peace and Conflict Studies, and Middle East Studies. The department offers courses in Contemporary Moral Conflicts, Moral Questions, 19th Century Philosophy, 20th Century Philosophy, Philosophy of Race, Feminist Philosophy, and Philosophy of Law, among others.
Position Summary The department seeks qualified candidates to teach undergraduate courses such as:
Phil 25: Methods of Reasoning
– Principles and methods of good reasoning. Topics include argument structure, deductive and inductive reasoning, observation assessment, language and reasoning, and common fallacies. Phil 150: Foundations of Knowledge
– Nature, sources, and limits of human knowledge. Topics include perception, reason, testimony, intuition, science, mathematics, values, arts, religion, social issues, and psychological states. Phil 125W: Issues in Political Philosophy
– Examination of prominent political philosophies and contemporary public policy issues. Topics include scope and limits of government authority, role of government in economy, foreign policy, health care, education, agriculture, and environment. Meets upper‑division writing skills requirement.
Instructor Responsibility Temporary faculty members are responsible for adherence to university policies as directed in the Academic Policy Manual. Duties include preparation, delivery, proctoring, and grading of lectures, office hours, homework assignments, quizzes, class projects, midterm and final exams. All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the semester in the mode assigned (asynchronous, synchronous, in‑person, or hybrid).
Conditional Appointment Appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to collective bargaining agreement. Eligibility to work in the United States is required (Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for temporary faculty positions).
Required Qualifications Education
– Ph.D. in Philosophy (advanced ABD considered). Experience
– Demonstrated commitment to excellence built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.
Preferred Qualifications Commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level, evidenced through prior teaching experiences and evaluations. Successful undergraduate teaching experience.
Application Procedures Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Review may begin as early as June 4, 2025 for a Fall 2025 assignment. Deadline for Fall 2025 is June 12, 2025. Projected deadline for Spring 2025 is October 31, 2025. Projected closing date for 2025‑2026 is March 1, 2026. Complete an online application at
https://careers.fresnostate.edu
and attach:
Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience, and list of courses you are interested in teaching. Curriculum vitae. Names and contact information of at least three professional references (letters not submitted). Copies of unofficial transcripts. Interviews may follow. Qualified applicants not hired at this time will remain in the pool for future consideration. About the Campus California State University, Fresno is a forward‑looking, diverse institution located in Central Valley, known for agriculture, reasonable housing costs, cultural diversity, and proximity to Yosemite National Park and the Sierra Nevada. It is a Hispanic‑Serving Institution, an Asian American‑Native American‑Pacific Islander‑Serving Institution, and has been designated to the Community Engagement Classification.
Equal Employment Opportunity California State University, Fresno is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. It is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations.
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