Assistant/Associate Professor of Instruction, Department of Philosophy and Classics

Assistant/Associate Professor of Instruction, Department of Philosophy and Classics

Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 15191
Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Information

Assistant/Associate Professor of Instruction in Philosophy

The University of Texas at San Antonio College of Liberal and Fine Arts and the Department of Philosophy and Classics invites applications for the Assistant/Associate Professor of Instruction in Philosophy.

The University of Texas at San Antonio

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=7138426&targetURL=

The University of Texas at San Antonio College of Liberal and Fine Arts and the Department of Philosophy and Classics invites applications for the Assistant/Associate Professor of Instruction in Philosophy.

The University of Texas at San Antonio

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=7138426&targetURL=

The University of Texas at San Antonio

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

College of Liberal and Fine Arts (COLFA)

UT San Antonio's College of Liberal and Fine Arts (COLFA) is the university's most academically multifaceted college, playing a central role in the education of nearly every UT San Antonio student. Home to a broad spectrum of disciplines, including the arts, humanities, and social sciences, COLFA empowers students with the critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills necessary to excel in today's complex, global landscape.

With 10 distinct departments and schools offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degrees, COLFA prepares students for careers in fields as varied as public service, education, media, the arts, and beyond. The college is also a hub of research and creative activity, where faculty and students contribute innovative scholarship and artistic works that engage with pressing societal issues and enrich scholarly engagement on an international scale.

In addition to its commitment to academic excellence, COLFA plays a vital role in the community-based and intellectual life of San Antonio and South Texas through public lectures, performances, exhibitions, and community partnerships.

For more information about the College of Liberal and Fine Arts, please visit https://colfa.utsa.edu

Department of Philosophy and Classics

The Department of Philosophy and Classics at the University of Texas at San Antonio offers undergraduate degrees in philosophy and classical studies and humanities, a master's degree in philosophy, and minors in these areas as well as religious studies. The department has 10 tenure track and fixed term track faculty members, many of whom have won research, teaching, or service awards.

Salary Range:

• Assistant Rank: $49,300 (minimum)
• Associate Rank: $53,550 (minimum)

Job Type: Full Time

Position Summary

The Department of Philosophy and Classics invites applications for a renewable three-year Assistant/Associate Professor of Instruction in Philosophy position, starting August 2026. The successful candidate will be expected to (i) teach a range of undergraduate and graduate courses including critical thinking, contemporary moral issues, basic philosophical problems, and (ii) develop and execute plans for growing philosophy majors and minors. An ability to and interest in coaching our Ethics Bowl team is desirable.

The Assistant/Associate Professor of Instruction is a fixed-term track (FTT) position with a standard 4-4 teaching load. The FTT contract is for 3 years and is renewable. See HOP 2.02 Faculty Appointments and Titles and the Fixed-Term-Track Faculty Salary Pay Scale. FTT faculty members are eligible for research and conference travel funding through internal grants.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Philosophy by the time of appointment. AOS: open; AOC: open.
• Evidence of both teaching excellence and ability to grow Philosophy majors and minors.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will be an engaging instructor with teaching experience and with a history of generating student interest, building enrollments, and contributing to department service and community.
• Interested in candidates who are prepared to teach a variety of courses, including (but not limited to) courses related to Latin American philosophy, science, mind, law, technology, or social philosophy. We have many other teaching needs. We encourage applicants to examine our recent course offerings and discuss your competencies for teaching less frequently offered courses or potential new courses. Recent offerings can be viewed at https://onestop.utsa.edu/registration/class-schedule/.
• The ideal candidate will also show evidence of skill at coaching our Ethics Bowl team.

Application Process

To apply, applicants must upload the following in a single PDF document:

• A current curriculum vitae
• Complete contact information for at least three professional references.
• A cover letter describing your teaching philosophy and demonstrated excellence in teaching and service, as well as a summary of your scholarly focus.

Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted until filled. Priority deadline for applications is April 30, 2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.

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