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COLBY COLLEGE, Waterville, ME. Visiting Assistant Professor in Philosophy. One-year sabbatical replacement, beginning September 1, 2026. Four courses per year to include one core survey course in Modern Philosophy for majors, and three additional courses from candidate's AOC and AOS. AOS: Ethics of AI and/or Modern Philosophy. AOC: Modern Philosophy and/or Ethics of AI, Philosophy of Race, Latin American Philosophy, Moral Philosophy, or Political Philosophy. The search committee is especially interested in candidates who, through their research, teaching, and/or service, will contribute to the inclusiveness and academic excellence of the campus community. ABD or Ph.D. in Philosophy and evidence of teaching excellence required. Submit C.V., three confidential letters of recommendation, statement of teaching philosophy that includes evidence of a commitment to inclusive teaching, and cover letter highlighting fit with this job description, to https://apply.interfolio.com/182498. Review of applications will begin on March 18, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

Colby is a private, coeducational liberal arts college that admits students and makes personnel decisions on the basis of the individual’s qualifications to contribute to Colby’s educational objectives and institutional needs. The principle of not discriminating on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, caste, national or ethnic origin, marital status, genetic information, political beliefs, veteran or military status, parental status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, physical or mental disability unrelated to the job or course of study requirements is consistent with the mission of a liberal arts college and the law.

About Colby College

One of the finest liberal arts colleges in the United States, Colby has an increasingly global reach and an international reputation for excellence. Faculty scholars from around the world and intellectual students from more than 70 countries are drawn to the scenic Mayflower Hill campus and to Maine’s unique environment. More than 260 faculty members and approximately 640 other employees work together to connect students with global experiential learning opportunities and provide academic, administrative, and support services. One of central Maine’s largest employers, Colby aspires to be the best workplace in the state and in the higher education sector.

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