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Visiting Faculty

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Posted on Dec 19, 2025
Working Title Visiting Faculty
Department Philosophy-1091
Requisition Number F_250092
Posting Open Date 12/18/2025
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 02/16/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
The Department of Philosophy at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks candidates for a Visiting Faculty position to begin in the Fall of 2026. The successful candidate will teach six (6) courses per year (3 per semester), including both undergraduate and graduate levels. Other duties include research and some service on department and college committees. Areas of Specialization (AOS) include Ancient Philosophy or Early Modern Philosophy. The Areas of Competence (AOC) include Ancient Philosophy and Early Modern Philosophy.

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.
Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Philosophy or a closely related area is required by August 2026.
  • Teaching expertise in Ancient Philosophy or Early Modern Philosophy.
  • Teaching competence in Ancient Philosophy.
  • Teaching competence in Early Modern Philosophy.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Research expertise in Ancient Philosophy.
  • Research expertise in Early Modern Philosophy.
  • Strong potential for publication.
  • Teaching competence in applied ethics (medical, environmental, food).
  • Teaching competence in philosophy of law.
Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
Criminal History Background Check Required No
Posted Salary
How to Apply
Click “Apply for this Job” and complete the faculty information form. Upload the following required documents:
  1. Cover letter.
  2. Curriculum vitae.
  3. Three letters of recommendation.
  4. A writing sample.
  5. Evidence of teaching.
Please combine the writing sample and evidence of teaching (items 4 and 5) into a single document and upload as “Other Document.”
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Mark van Roojen
mvr@unl.edu
Job Category
Job Category (old) Faculty Non-Tenure Leading
Job Type Full-Time Temporary
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
If Temporary, indicate end date 01/03/2027
Planned Hire Date 08/17/2026
Appointment End Date 01/03/2027
Organizational Location Default Location