Assistant Professor I – Philosophy Position Available In St. Lucie, Florida

Assistant Professor I – Philosophy
Indian River State College
in Fort Pierce, FL

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Full-Time

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Compensation and Application Deadline Pay range starts at: $61,760.00

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05/09/2025

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Philosophy Job Description •Fall Semester•Join the Indian River State College Team – Exceptional Benefits Await You! At Indian River State College, you’ll do more than just build a career-you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty. In return, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote your well-being, secure your future, and enhance your work-life balance. Comprehensive Health Coverage We prioritize your health with Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Life insurance and Supplemental plans to help you stay physically and mentally well with access to essential wellness resources. We offer PPO and HMO plans with an affordable cost. (PPO/HMO option with $50 per month for individual coverage and $180 per month for family coverage. Retirement Plans for a Secure Future Plan for a bright future with our robust retirement options, rarely matched in the private sector. Secure your financial future with state retirement options through the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and additional investment opportunities like tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. Generous Paid Time Off Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with ample vacation, personal, and sick leave. Recharge and return to work refreshed and motivated.

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Enjoy exclusive discounts on various services, including tickets to popular attractions in the area. Professional Growth Opportunities Build your career with purpose by engaging in meaningful projects and professional development opportunities. Indian River State College provides the tools and support needed to help you reach your full potential. Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation of thinkers and philosophers? Join our dynamic academic team as a professor and play a key role in shaping the minds of our diverse student body. We’re looking for an enthusiastic educator with a strong foundation in philosophy who’s ready to bring innovative, engaging, and inclusive teaching practices to the classroom. If you’re eager to foster critical thinking, spark intellectual curiosity, and collaborate in a vibrant, forward-thinking environment, we want to hear from you! This is more than just a teaching position – it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact on our students’ academic and personal growth.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

The minimum qualifications and skill requirements for this position include: A Master’s degree in Philosophy (a minimum of eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in Philosophy) from an accredited institution;
Proven knowledge of and experience in teaching Philosophy at the undergraduate level;
Ability to recognize and respond to the individual differences of students from a culturally diverse student population;
Willingness to make students active partners in the teaching/learning process;
Computer literacy and experience using computers in the classroom;
Willingness to apply technology and innovative approaches to the teaching of Philosophy; The following is preferred: Two to five years of teaching experience in a college or post-secondary institution;
Research and publication useful to classroom instruction.
A Ph.D in philosophy

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential job functions and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to: Preparing, instructing, and grading all class coursework;
Assigning final grades;
Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours to meet with students.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The specific duties and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to teaching a minimum of 36 semester hours annually; Preparing a syllabus for each course; Instructing assigned classes; Grading all quizzes, tests, and written assignments; Assigning final grades; Assisting in the preparation and in course planning and development as requested; Appropriately integrating computer software and technology-based instruction; Maintaining a safe and effective classroom environment; Completing other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires an ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time and to present verbal lectures/demonstrations, walk, bend, lift, reach up, stoop, and carry items occasionally in excess of twenty-five (25) pounds. It also requires manual dexterity to operate standard office machines, such as, copier, fax, calculator, telephone, and other equipment as necessary. Indian River State College expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College. This description is intended to indicate typical kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring every specific duty and responsibility of the particular position. This job description is not intended to be a contract for employment, and the employer reserves the right to make any necessary revisions to the job description at any time without notice Classification Instructional Supervisory No FLSA Exempt Yes Employment Type Regular Compensation and Application Deadline Pay range starts at: $61,760.00 | All salary calculations start at the minimum salary and will be based on candidate’s education and experience | Open until filled.
It is the policy of Indian River State College and its District Board of Trustees that each employee, student, applicant for admission, and applicant for employment be allowed to participate in college programs and activities, including employment, in a discrimination and harassment free environment. Harassment of any nature is prohibited whether it is on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information. Preventing harassment is the responsibility of the entire College. Accordingly, Indian River State College encourages all employees, students, applicants for admission, and applicants for employment, who believe they are being subjected to harassment to follow the Administrative Procedures, AP 3.13 and AP 3.131, for harassment complaints. The College will take prompt disciplinary action against individuals on campus facilities who engage in actions that violate this policy. Adriene Jefferson, Equity Officer & Title IX Coordinator
Indian River State College
3209 Virginia Avenue
Fort Pierce, FL 34981-5596
ajeffers@irsc.edu, (772-462-7156)
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