Philosophy Adjunct Instructor

Position Description & Details

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Help students explore life's biggest questions. Bismarck State College is seeking passionate and knowledgeable Adjunct Instructors of Philosophy to join our growing team. As interest in philosophy courses continues to expand, we're looking for educators who can engage students in meaningful discussions, foster critical thinking, and inspire intellectual curiosity in both online and on-campus learning environments.

What You'll Do

Responsibilities include supporting students through instruction within the Philosophy department. The successful candidate will create engaging learning experiences that help students develop technical skills, creative thinking, and professional communication.

Additional responsibilities include:
Delivering high-quality classroom instruction in Philosophy courses.

Mentoring and advising students to support academic and career success.

Supporting student retention and engagement initiatives.

Developing, updating, and maintaining relevant academic curriculum aligned with industry trends.

Assessing student learning and submitting assessments and grades by established deadlines.

Maintaining accurate records and supporting departmental operations.

Collaborating with colleagues, campus departments, and industry partners.

Participating in institutional service through committee work and campus involvement.

Performing other duties as assigned by the Assistant Dean and Academic Division Dean.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a collaborative and innovative educator with strong communication skills, creative expertise, and a commitment to student success.

STARTING DATE: Fall 2026/Spring 2027

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in philosophy or religion, or similar degree or master's degree with at least 15 graduate credits in philosophy or similar degree or combination of education and equivalent experiences to be reviewed with application

Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups

Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent written communication skills

Good computer software skills - Microsoft Office Suite-Word, Excel, etc., electronic Calendar and E-mail, and strong Internet familiarity

Preferred

Doctorate in philosophy or religion

College teaching experience

Experience with Blackboard Learning Management System

Experience with non-traditional teaching methods such as facilitating group work, use of inquiry-based and other active learning pedagogies, and/or contextualized instruction

Bismarck State College Information

Overview: Bismarck State College is dedicated to student success. This on-campus position is student-centered to provide high-quality campus services and hands-on learning experiences.

Mission: As North Dakota’s Polytechnic Institution, Bismarck State College focuses on student success through the delivery of affordable, flexible, high-quality, experiential learning enhanced by public-private partnerships.

Vision: Bismarck State College will be a leader in polytechnic education, improving lives and building sustainable communities.

Additional Information:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Bismarck State College does not provide sponsorships. BSC is an E-Verify Employer.

This position requires a criminal history record check.

Equal Opportunity Employer

For more information or assistance, contact the Human Resources Department at

701-224-5531

Human Resources

Meadowlark Building

PO Box 5587

1700 Schafer St.

Bismarck, ND 58506-5587

701-224-5531

[email protected]

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