Part-Time Faculty - Philosophy - Symbolic Logic

Job Family Group:

Faculty

Time Type:

Part time

Department/Office:

Philosophy

Exemption Status:

Exempt

Job Description:

 

Trinity University is seeking a Part-Time Faculty for the Spring 2027 semester to teach the following course(s):

PHIL-2340-1: Symbolic Logic I

PHIL-3340-1: Symbolic Logic II

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Typical responsibilities of part-time faculty members include but are not limited to:

• Developing the course syllabus and ensuring that the syllabus meets departmental and University standards
• Designing and delivering lectures, discussions, in-class activities, and assignments
• Grading assigned papers, quizzes, and exams
• Assigning early, midterm, and final grades in compliance with University deadlines
• Maintaining office hours as directed by the department chair or program director
• Making student accommodations as determined by the Office of Student Accessibility Services
• Adhering to all instructional policies as published in the Faculty Handbook and the Courses of Study Bulletin

APPOINTMENT DETAILS

This position is a non-renewable, one-semester appointment. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Required: Ph.D. or ABD in Philosophy 

EXPERIENCE

Preferred: Experience teaching introductory and advanced undergraduate logic courses.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Mastery of symbolic logic
• Ability to deliver engaging lectures, discussions, and in-class activities
• Ability to design rigorous and meaningful assignments
• Commitment to the liberal arts mission of Trinity University

 

HOW TO APPLY

For internal applicants, please apply through Workday using the 'Jobs Hub' application, see instructions provided here.

For external applicants, when starting the application, select "Apply Manually.” Only complete fields with a red asterisk, which are required. Please create your Workday application account using a personal email address, as you will need to maintain access to this account throughout the pre-hire process, if selected. 

For all applicants, you do not need to complete the “(Work) Experience,” “Education,” “Certifications,” or “Languages” fields - these details will be provided in your curriculum vitae.

In the “Application Documents” field, please upload the following, each as a separate pdf file [note: a maximum of five (5) files can be uploaded]:

• Cover letter 
• Curriculum vitae or resume 
• Names and contact information for three professional references

CONTACT INFORMATION

Dr. Andrew Kania, Search Committee Chair, Department of Philosophy, akania@trinity.edu

Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting an application. If you have revisions needed to an application already submitted or need help submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at 210-999-7507 or email humanresources@trinity.edu.