Job description

Posting Number: F00353

Division
Academic Affairs Division

Position Type
Faculty

Position Overview

The Department of Philosophy at Rhode Island College seeks a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor to teach undergraduate courses across the curriculum, with particular strengths in Ethics and Social/Political Philosophy. The successful candidate will teach in both the major and general education program, advise students, maintain an active research agenda, and contribute to departmental and college service.

As a proud Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), RIC serves a diverse and largely first-generation student population. We seek a teacher-scholar committed to inclusive, student-centered pedagogy and to engaging undergraduates in philosophical inquiry.

Essential Duties

• Teach Philosophy courses at all undergraduate levels, including in Ethics and Social/Political.
• Teach Philosophy courses in the general education curriculum.
• Serve as academic advisor to Philosophy majors and minors.
• Engage in scholarly research and professional activities
• Engage with a variety of philosophical topics and traditions.
• Participate in departmental planning and activities.

Occasional Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned by the department chair.
• Participate in college-wide committees and service.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Evidence of effective undergraduate teaching
• Ability to work well with undergraduate students and colleagues.

Required Qualifications

Education: Ph.D. in Philosophy.

Experience:College-level teaching experience in Philosophy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Willingness to adopt a faculty leadership role as part of the RIC shared governance model following award of tenure.
• Evidence of effective teaching with first-generation students and a diverse population.

Environmental Conditions

Teaching is performed in a traditional classroom setting, some online teaching.

Proposed Compensation

Assistant Professor – $66,569.93

May be eligible for additional compensation based on prior collegiate level or industry specific experience.

Benefits

Full-time employees enjoy an array of benefits including:

• Health and Wellness – Medical, Dental & Vision
• Wellness Incentives and Rewards
• Paid time Off – Vacation, Sick & Holiday
• Retirement Benefits
• Disability and Insurance Benefits
• Education Benefits – Tuition waivers for RIC, CCRI & URI

For a complete listing, visit Employee Benefits.

Reports to (Title)
Department Chair of Philosophy

Collective Bargaining Unit
RIC/AFT

Application Closing Date
03/24/2026

Special Instructions

• Please be advised that the college is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have authorization to work in the US without the need for employer sponsorship.
• Upon hire, candidate will be required to arrange for an official transcript of highest degree earned to be mailed/transmitted directly from the institution to RIC.
• The application includes an optional button for candidates to upload additional documents, if desired.
• Candidates will be prompted during the application process to provide 3 names and email addresses for reference letters.

How to apply

Apply now

AA/EEO/ADA Statement

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity institution that values and is committed to inclusion and expanding the diversity of its faculty and staff, the College invites members of protected classes, including minorities and persons with disabilities, to identify themselves as such at the time of application.

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity institution that values and is committed to inclusion and expanding the diversity of its faculty and staff, the College invites members of protected classes, including minorities and persons with disabilities, to identify themselves as such at the time of application