- Location
- Bismarck, ND
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Education
- Education
- PhD
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- ApplyToJob
Description
Faculty / Philosophy
The University of Mary in Bismarck, ND invites applications for a full-time faculty position in the Department of Philosophy starting August 24, 2026.
Areas of Specialization and Competence are open, but an ability to bring Aristotelean and Thomistic philosophy into fruitful dialogue with other philosophical traditions is a distinct asset. Experience teaching bioethics would also be an asset. A Ph.D. in Philosophy is preferred by time of employment.
Applicants must excel in teaching and be committed to supporting formation outside of the classroom. Someone with an active research agenda would be an asset.
The teaching load is a 4/4 with the possibility of summer teaching for additional pay. This is a visiting position for one year but has the possibility of renewal.
All faculty are expected to demonstrate a willingness to support and advance the Christian, Catholic, and Benedictine mission and identity of the University of Mary (see https://www.umary.edu/about/mission-identity).
Qualifications and Requirements Include:
For more information on the University of Mary, please watch a short video by clicking on this link: https://youtu.be/Go37Hy6QrVs
How to Apply:
Qualified applicants should submit:
Review of application materials will begin immediately. Position will remain open until filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of Mary in Bismarck, ND invites applications for a full-time faculty position in the Department of Philosophy starting August 24, 2026.
Areas of Specialization and Competence are open, but an ability to bring Aristotelean and Thomistic philosophy into fruitful dialogue with other philosophical traditions is a distinct asset. Experience teaching bioethics would also be an asset. A Ph.D. in Philosophy is preferred by time of employment.
Applicants must excel in teaching and be committed to supporting formation outside of the classroom. Someone with an active research agenda would be an asset.
The teaching load is a 4/4 with the possibility of summer teaching for additional pay. This is a visiting position for one year but has the possibility of renewal.
All faculty are expected to demonstrate a willingness to support and advance the Christian, Catholic, and Benedictine mission and identity of the University of Mary (see https://www.umary.edu/about/mission-identity).
Qualifications and Requirements Include:
- Ph.D. in philosophy, preferred
- Conversant in Aristotelian and Thomistic philosophy
- Upholds and supports the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary
- Supports the ongoing implementation of Ex Corde Ecclesiae, the apostolic constitution on Catholic colleges and universities
- Builds a culture of ready and earnest hospitality in the School of Arts and Sciences and throughout the university, in accord with Saint Benedict’s admonition that all be received as Christ
For more information on the University of Mary, please watch a short video by clicking on this link: https://youtu.be/Go37Hy6QrVs
How to Apply:
Qualified applicants should submit:
- Cover letter
- Please respond to the UMary mission and
- Discuss formation in the Aristotelean and Thomistic tradition
- Curriculum Vitae
- Writing sample of no more than 20 pages
- Teaching portfolio with evidence of teaching effectiveness
- Unofficial transcripts from all graduate work
- Contact information for three references, letters will be requested if candidate progresses
Review of application materials will begin immediately. Position will remain open until filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer
