Assistant Teaching Professor - Medical Ethics

Assistant Teaching Professor - Medical Ethics

Job Title

Assistant Teaching Professor - Medical Ethics

Department

Philosophy Department

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Salary

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position,
education, and experience.

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Screening Date

2026-10-15

Job Description Summary

Assistant Teaching Professor in Medical Ethics, with competence in
other areas of applied ethics and/or environmental
philosophy.

Job Description

The Department of Philosophy at Miami University invites
applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor position in
Medical Ethics with competence in other areas of applied ethics
and/or environmental philosophy, starting Fall 2027. We have
teaching needs in applied ethics, environmental philosophy, and
writing philosophy. The College of Arts and Science at Miami
University has a growing emphasis on preparing students for careers
in healthcare, including nursing, physician assistant, and pre-med
programs.

The successful candidate will teach Medical Ethics at least once a
year, and possibly every semester. The remaining teaching load
would include introductory courses and other Applied Ethics
courses. Prior coursework in biology and/or the health sciences is
desirable but not required. Service to the department and
university is expected. The successful candidate will also work
closely with the Mallory-Wilson Center for Healthcare
Education.

Assistant Teaching Professor positions at Miami University are
non-tenure track positions, but are renewable and have
opportunities for promotion (Associate and Full ranks) that include
long-term contracts. We seek a candidate who will flourish in a
pluralist department.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required: Ph.D. in Philosophy by time of appointment; teaching
experience and demonstration of teaching effectiveness.

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents

Resume/CV, cover letter, statement of teaching philosophy, writing
sample

Special Instructions (if applicable)

Inquiries may be directed to Emily Zakin, chair of the search
committee, at zakinea@miamioh.edu

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke-
and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Reasonable Accommodations

Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to
employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or
513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should
also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement

Miami University is a scholarly community
whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in
qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the
dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and
the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We
believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct.
We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and
combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the
acceptance of personal responsibility.

For more information on Miami University's mission and core values,
please visit the Mission and Core Values
webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer,
encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals
with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment,
discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or
older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic
information, military status, national origin (ancestry),
pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster
parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its
application and admission processes, educational programs and
activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests
for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to
employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or
513-529-3560.

Clery Act

As part of the University's commitment to maintaining a healthy and
safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to
read Miami University's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report
at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html,
which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics,
and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to
prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and
alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This
report also contains information on programs and policies designed
to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating
violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this
website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students.
Written notification is also provided to prospective students and
employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety
Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department
at 513-529-2223.

Labor Law Posters for Applicants

Please visit our Labor Law Posters
webpage to access all relevant and applicable labor law
information.

To apply, visit https://miamioh.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/miamioh-faculty/job/Bachelor-Hall/Assistant-Teaching-Professor---Medical-Ethics_JR104769.

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