* Provides competency-based education which aligns with the EDMC model of curricula as well as supports the EDMC style of system delivery.
* Designs and delivers class instruction through the development of instructional plans to meet course competencies, the development of activities which support lesson objectives, and (in the case of online instructors ONLY) delivers the instruction as approved.

* Enables the achievement of pre-described exit competencies for student achievement and evaluation of learning by providing instruction which fosters competencies and establish student performance criteria and evaluation.
* Delivers learning-centered instruction by establishing a classroom environment conducive to learning and student involvement as well as effectively planning and preparing for classes and student success.
* Promotes student success by showing flexibility in style and work schedule as well as exhibiting a passion for teaching and students and engaging students in the learning process.
* Manages the learning environment through keeping accurate records, submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcing school/campus academic and attendance policies.
* Contributes to a learning culture by participating on curriculum and system task forces, supporting local campus events such as orientation and graduation, and participating in various other workshops and meetings.
* Relates professional/life/industry experience to learning by the continuation of professional/technical skills development, the introduction of industry perspective into courses, and the active awareness of professional/industry trends and opportunities.

* Master's degree in Philosophy required.
* One to three years experience in instruction or formalized education process, preferably in a post-secondary or college institution.
* Membership in a professional association tied to area of instruction preferred.

Start date is July 11th.

One-year Lecturer or Assistant Professor position, rank commensurate with credentials, starting August 2011.

Area of specialty: Ethics. Areas of competence: Critical Thinking , Argumentative Writing and Composition. Ph.D. Preferred, ABDs considered. 4 courses each semester; 7 sections of either “Composition and Critical Thinking” or “The Good Life,” (courses taken by all undergraduates as part of the undergraduate core offered through Clare College) and 1 course in upper level Philosophy (contingent upon enrollment) per academic year. Evidence of both teaching experience and a creative/innovative approach to undergraduate teaching.

Candidates should send their letter of application, CV, 3 letters of recommendation, graduate transcript, and evidence of successful teaching to Dr. Wolfgang Natter, Dean of Arts and Sciences, 109 Plassmann Hall, St. Bonaventure University, NY 14760; or electronically c/o sgodfrey [__at__] sbu [dot] edu. Preliminary interviews will be conducted by telephone. To ensure consideration, applications must be received by May 30th. For further information about the position and the department, contact Professor Anthony Murphy, Acting Chair, Philosophy, tmurphy [__at__] sbu [dot] edu.

St. Bonaventure University, a Catholic university dedicated to educational excellence in the Franciscan tradition, is located in the beautiful Allegheny foothills of Western New York. For more information visit www.sbu.edu, especially the pages covering philosophy and Clare College. St. Bonaventure University has a strong commitment to diversity and, building upon recent success, seeks a broad spectrum of candidates including women and minorities. EO/AAE.

Université du Québec à Montréal, Montreal, Canada. Open rank, tenure-track, beginning December 2011 or June 2012. Normal teaching load : 4 courses/year (undergraduate/graduate). Some thesis supervision. Usual non-teaching duties.
AOS : Early Modern Philosophy;
AOC : Open. Ph.D. prior to appointment.
Salary competitive. EO/AAE.

All qualified candidates encouraged to apply; however Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Fluency in french expected.
Send complete dossier (including a c.v. in french, a sample of written research and 3 letters of recommendation) to :

Professor Dominique Leydet, Chair
Dépt. de philosophie Université du Québec à Montréal
C.P. 8888, Succursale Centre-Ville
Montréal, Qc
Canada, H3C 3P8
(1- 514) 987-3000, ext. 8951.

The History Department, in conjunction with the Committee on Conceptual and Historical Studies of Science (CHSS), at the University of Chicago invites applications for a position as Instructor beginning September 2011, with a two-year nonrenewable term. Applicants should have received a PhD within the last five years, and not already hold a tenure-track position. Expertise should be in history and philosophy of biology (broadly conceived), with substantial knowledge and interests in a particular area of recent research. Applicants who can address problems both in history and philosophy will be favored, as well as those who are able to engage colleagues and students beyond a narrow range. We offer unique opportunities for interactions among philosophers, historians, and scientists across the Natural and Human Sciences, and relevant humanities. The successful applicant will be expected to participate in the CHSS workshops in History and Philosophy of Science, the Human Sciences, and our Seminar on Important Things; we also expect the individual to participate in our philosophy of biology reading group. The successful applicant will teach two one-quarter courses per year, at least one of which should be directed to undergraduates, and will be expected to contribute to the intellectual life and administrative needs of the program.

Applicants must apply online on the University of Chicago's Academic Career Opportunities website at http://tinyurl.com/3zwwkqf.
Applications are required to include 1) a cover letter, 2) a current curriculum vitae, 3) a chapter length writing sample, and 4) a syllabus. Also required are three letters of recommendation to be sent by mail to Beth Calderon, The University of Chicago, CHSS, 1126 E 59th St, SS44, Chicago, IL 60637. Review of applications will begin on April 15, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled or until the application deadline of May 15, 2011. Early application is strongly recommended. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.