Postdoctoral Scholar Instruction, Philosophy

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or jobs@unr.edu. For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778.  Job DescriptionThe Department of Philosophy at the University of Nevada, Reno is hiring a Postdoctoral Teaching Fellow (non-tenure track) with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2026. Primary responsibilities will include teaching the equivalent of eight courses per year (four per semester) and service on departmental committees.The department also has curricular needs in philosophy of science, ethics, philosophy of law, and political philosophy. The candidate may also be asked to teach courses in our Core Humanities program, if there is a reasonable fit.Required QualificationsPh.D. in Philosophy or related field.Completion of a doctoral degree in the appropriate discipline is required.The doctoral degree must have been completed within the five years immediately preceding the first date of appointment as a postdoctoral fellow at the University.The individual cannot have held previous positions in the professional ranks.Compensation GradePostdoctoral ScholarTo view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.Perks of Working at UNRHealth insurance options including dental and vision - Health InsuranceGenerous annual and sick leave, life insurance – Faculty BenefitsE. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options.  E.L. Wiegand Fitness CenterMountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. Faculty SenateNo state income tax!Faculty Dual Career Assistance ProgramThe University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada. Dual Career Assistance ProgramDepartment InformationThe UNR Department of Philosophy administers BA and MA degree programs, with two tracks at the undergraduate level, one in general philosophy, and the other in ethics, law, and politics. The department has about 80 majors, and an equal number of minors. In recent years, the department has experienced growth in research productivity and external funding awards. The department expects to play a noteworthy role in the university's long-term expansion plans through its course offerings and interdisciplinary collaboration. Additional information about the Department can be found at https://www.unr.edu/philosophy. The department has four (4) tenure-line faculty, several non-tenure-line faculty, and a robust research program.ExemptYesFull-Time Equivalent100.0%Required Attachment(s)Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at jobs@unr.eduAttach the following attachments to your application 1) Resume/CV2) Cover Letter3) Contact Information for Three Professional References4) Writing sampleThis posting is open until filledQualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.Posting Close DateNote to ApplicantA background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.  HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.  References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.  As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.  For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.    Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected c