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The California State University

Assistant Professor of Philosophy

The California State University, Long Beach, California, us, 90899


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Job no:

541023Work type:

Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-TrackLocation:

Long BeachCategories:

Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Letters/Humanities, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time

Position : Assistant Professor of PhilosophyEffective Date:

August 18, 2025 (Fall Semester)Salary:

The Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary range is $74,652 - $158,688/per year. The anticipated hiring range is $86,000 to $90,000/per year. Salary offered is commensurate with qualifications and experience.Application Deadline : Review of applications to begin November 4, 2024. Position open until filled (or recruitment canceled).Minimum Qualifications:Ph.D. in Philosophy with specialization in ethics and a proficiency in AI ethics. Degree at time of application or official notification of completion of the doctoral degree by August 1, 2025.Record of, or demonstrated potential for, effective teaching at the college levelRecord of, or demonstrated potential for, successful research and publicationDemonstrated commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population, including Black/African American, Latine/x, Native American/Indigenous, low-income, first-generation, and minoritized studentsPreferred Qualifications:Broad training in philosophyAbility to teach courses and develop cross-disciplinary initiatives, programming, and curriculum in AI ethicsAbility to teach and supervise students in value theory broadly construed (e.g., ethical theory, applied ethics, legal and political philosophy)Ability to lead department’s Applied Ethics Forum with regular events and programmingExperience with, or demonstrated potential for, effective participation in faculty governance and service to the department, college, university, profession, and communityExperience with, or demonstrated potential for mentoring and supervising Master’s level studentsExperience of successfully working with populations demographically and/or socioeconomically similar to the CSULB student bodyExperience mentoring or supporting students with minoritized identities or experience using inclusive and culturally relevant teaching strategies in a diverse classroomDuties:Teach at various levels, including general education, lower- and upper-division, and Master’s level [Mode of instruction may include in-person, hybrid, online, and/or any combination thereof.]Advise and mentor students in one-on-one supervisory courses, including the supervision of honors and Master's students taking comprehensive exams and writing thesesEngage in research leading to scholarly presentations and publications, conference organization, and grantsParticipate in faculty governanceParticipate in service to the department, college, university, profession, and communityHow to Apply - Required Documentation:An Equity and Diversity Statement about your teaching or other experiences, successes, and challenges in working with a diverse student population (maximum two pages, single-spaced).Letter of application addressing the required and preferred qualificationsCVNames and contact information for three references (to be contacted for confidential letters of recommendation should you reach the

semi-finalist stage )Evidence of research and publication: writing sample(s) related to the candidate’s area of researchEvidence of effective teaching, if applicable (i.e. teaching portfolio, student evaluations)Research StatementSyllabi sample(s) for various course level(s), if applicable (maximum of three samples)Copy of transcript from institution awarding highest degree (be prepared to submit should you reach the

semi-finalist stage )Finalists

should be prepared to submit an official transcript (e-transcript preferred, if available)How to Apply:

Click Apply Now icon to complete the CSULB online applicationRequests for information about the position or process should be addressed to:N. WielandCalifornia State University, Long BeachDepartment of Philosophy1250 Bellflower BoulevardLong Beach, CA 90840–2048A background check (including a criminal record check and telephone reference check with most recent employer) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.CSULB is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can learn, live, and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual, without regard to race or ethnicity (including color or ancestry), nationality, religion or religious creed, gender (or sex), gender identity (including transgender), gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information, age, veteran or military status. CSULB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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