Assistant Professor of Philosophy

Job Description

The Department of Philosophy at Franciscan University of Steubenville invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the assistant professor level to begin August 2026. Review of applications will begin Oct. 17 and continue until the position is filled.

The successful candidate must possess a Ph.D. in philosophy, a track record of teaching excellence, an active research program (publications preferred), devotion to service, support for the university mission, and a willingness to take the Oath of Fidelity. The AOS and AOC are open, but a knowledge of the Catholic philosophical tradition is essential.

To apply, please submit:

a cover letter,
C.V.,
evidence of undergraduate teaching effectiveness (including evaluations);
a statement of your teaching philosophy and how it fits with the vision of Catholic higher education expressed in Ex corde Ecclesiae;
a statement of understanding of the mission of Franciscan University of Steubenville;
three letters of reference;
and official transcripts.

All materials must be submitted electronically to Dr. Paul Symington (Chair, Philosophy Search Committee) via Mr. Nicholas Riccardi (NRiccardi@franciscan.edu), Academic Affairs, Franciscan University of Steubenville.

For additional information, see https://franciscan.edu/faculty-openings/.

Franciscan University of Steubenville is committed to principles of equal opportunity and is an equal opportunity employer

About the Employer

Franciscan University is a private coeducational university which provides an excellent liberal arts education in the Catholic Franciscan tradition.