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Visiting Assistant Professor, Philosophy

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Visiting Assistant Professor, Philosophy
Rollins College

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Winter park, Florida, United States
H-1B
Job posted on June 18, 2026
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Job Description:
  • Winter Park, FL, Florida

  • Philosophy & Religion

  • Faculty (Non-Tenure Track)

  • Opening on: Jun 17 2026

  • Academic Affairs


Position Summary: The Department of Philosophy at Rollins College invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Philosophy for a 1-year term, from August 2026 until May 2027. We are seeking applicants able to teach Introduction to Philosophy, Formal Logic, Ethics, Social and Political Philosophy, and other courses in their area of specialization. The teaching load is eight courses per year (four courses per semester).

Rollins College is a comprehensive liberal arts college located just north of Orlando, FL, a diverse metropolitan community with a thriving economic and cultural scene. Nearby Orlando International Airport provides easy access to U.S. and international destinations. The college emphasizes innovative and quality teaching in small classes and ranks number one among 121 Southern master’s-level universities in the annual rankings of “America’s Best Colleges,” released by U.S. News & World Report. Please visit the college website at www.rollins.edu. Minimum Qualifications and Education:
  • Doctorate or ABD in Philosophy
  • Ability to develop and deliver curriculum
  • Commitment to undergraduate teaching excellence and to our liberal arts mission

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Prior college-level teaching experience

Instructions to Applicants: Interested applicants must apply online via the College's employment website and upload the following materials as follows:
  • Letter of interest

  • Curriculum vitae

  • Statement of teaching philosophy

Provide three reference names and email addresses

**Priority will be given to applications received by July 6, 2026.** Please direct any questions to:
Dr. L. Ryan Musgrave
Chair, Search Committee
Chair, Department of Philosophy
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All new employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at Rollins College, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). Rollins College will require proof of authorization to work in the United States. Further, based on the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation and accompanying guidance from the USCIS and Department of State, the College may not be able to offer H-1B sponsorship. Particularly the College is not able to pay the required fee accompanying new H-1B visa petitions. FLSA Status: Exempt Service Months: 9
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