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Founded in 1962, Merced College blends a strong tradition of academic excellence with forward-thinking innovation to create an inclusive and engaging environment for students and employees alike. Committed to the well-being, growth, and professional success of our team, we foster collaboration and a supportive culture where every employee is empowered to make a difference. Located in the heart of California's Central Valley, the City of Merced offers a welcoming community of more than 90,000 residents, with easy access to the Bay Area, Sacramento, and Yosemite National Park.
If you are passionate about innovation, equity, and student success, we invite you to join the Merced College team. Merced College Mission At Merced College, students are our focus, and we are known by their success. We transform lives through education and workforce development.
Merced College Vision Enriching our community through educational experiences and support services:
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Part-time Faculty Pool: Philosophy
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What they do
A Philosophy Professor teaches foundational philosophical ideas to students through a combination of classroom instruction and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
$89,349 / year median in California
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Part-time Faculty Pool:
Philosophy at Merced Community College Print Application Deadline 1/9/2027 11:59 PM Pacific Date Posted 7/13/2026 Contact Britney Ramirez (209) 381-6550 Number of Openings Not Specified Salary Pay Range 66.91 - 86.49 Per Hour Length of Work Year See Position Description Employment Type Part Time Job Description /Essential Elements:
Print Part-time Faculty Pool:
Philosophy Salary:
$66.91 - $86.49Hourly Job Type:
Adjunct Faculty Job Number:
20260057Closing:
6/30/2027 11:59PM Pacific Location:
Merced College, CA Department:
Open pool for academic year 2026-2027Additional Compensation for Doctorate As you consider this opportunity, know that Merced College is more than a community college - we are a catalyst for transformation, redefining higher education and setting new standards for excellence. Serving nearly 20,000 students each year, we are proud to be a leading center of learning and opportunity in California's Central Valley.Founded in 1962, Merced College blends a strong tradition of academic excellence with forward-thinking innovation to create an inclusive and engaging environment for students and employees alike. Committed to the well-being, growth, and professional success of our team, we foster collaboration and a supportive culture where every employee is empowered to make a difference. Located in the heart of California's Central Valley, the City of Merced offers a welcoming community of more than 90,000 residents, with easy access to the Bay Area, Sacramento, and Yosemite National Park.
If you are passionate about innovation, equity, and student success, we invite you to join the Merced College team. Merced College Mission At Merced College, students are our focus, and we are known by their success. We transform lives through education and workforce development.
Merced College Vision Enriching our community through educational experiences and support services:
- Degree/Certificate Programs
- Transfer
- Career Technical Education
- Workforce Training
- Lifelong Learning
- Basic Skills
- Community Engagement Merced College promotes student success through equitable access, continuous quality improvement, and institutional effectiveness, all with a focus on student achievement.
General Description:
This is a part-time instructional assignment in the Philosophy Department at Merced College under the general direction of the Dean of English and Humanities. The professor could be assigned to teach a variety of Philosophy courses. The maximum teaching load is 10 units per semester, which may include evening and weekend hours.Examples of Duties Essential Functions:
- Provide instruction in accordance with established course outlines and expectations
- Inform students about course requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance policy
- Maintain required student attendance and scholastic records
- Prepare and grade class assignments and examinations
- Post and maintain regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy
- Participate in the development and review of curriculum
- Participate in the development of teaching-learning methods and materials
- Participate in departmental, area and campus professional activities/committees
- Participate in the college's learning outcomes assessment program, including course, program, and institutional assessments
- Perform tasks needed for student records, e.
Typical Qualifications Required:
- Master's in philosophy OR
- Bachelor's in philosophy AND Master's in humanities or religious studies OR
- The equivalent
- Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti-racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment.
Preferred:
- Current technology skills related to teaching in the discipline and a willingness to pursue future technological developments Supplemental Information How to
Apply:
- Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages at https://www.
Required Documentation:
- Letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position (cover letter)
- Resume
- List of three professional references (no reference letters permitted)
- Legible unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate); transcripts must include the degree major and date the institution granted the degree; official copies are not required unless applicant is hired.
Diversity Statement:
The Merced College District has a diverse staff and student population. As such, applicants must demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of a diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and the community at large. Please describe how your professional experience would contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Please do not include any personally identifying information. Limit your response to one (1) page.- If applicable, foreign transcripts must include a U.
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b:/g/personal/michelle_symes_mccd_edu/ES6MrhbAJChCjW82zlQwNskBEdl7CXHa-muI0IpaC7b8Zg?e=GQbt1r- If applicable, Equivalency Review Form (Required for applicants who do not possess the stated minimum educational qualifications and are seeking consideration on the basis of equivalency) https://www.