Job Title: Philosophy Instructor (Part-time)
Employment Type: Term Certain Part Time
In accordance with Canadian Immigration regulations, this advertisement is directed to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

Required Applicant Documents:Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, Reference Names/Contact Information (please provide 3)

Duties:
*** SUBJECT TO BUDGET APPROVAL ***

The successful candidate will teach in Red Deer College's two-year university transfer Philosophy program: Philosophy and Health Care Issues (2 sections) and Philosophy of Religion in Fall 2014; Philosophy of Mind, Professional Ethics, and Philosophy and Health Care Issues in Winter 2015.

RDC has been a leader in education for more than 50 years. Our mission is to deliver the best education possible and create an environment where excellence is expected. We offer over 75 program options of educational opportunities, including university transfer and degree programs, career certificate and diploma programs, apprenticeship and vocational training, and continuing education.

RDC is committed to promote a learner-centered culture. Students will be encouraged to build personal learning networks and take ownership of their own success. Student engagement will be characterized by student effort and faculty commitment, active and collaborative learning, student-faculty interaction, academic challenge, and support for learners. It is our goal to support the development and sustainability of healthy communities in central Alberta.

RDC is a student-focused institution that values and supports excellence in teaching. At RDC we appreciate all types of scholarship integral to ensuring the quality, currency and relevance of our programs and their connections to local, academic, and professional communities. RDC highly values a variety of scholarly activities and has a generous Professional Development program with opportunities for scholarly support and development.

The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences spans multiple disciplines and emphasizes critical thinking, in-depth research and creativity. The Department has a strong University Transfer program and a collaborative BA degree with the University of Calgary with majors in English, Psychology, and Sociology. RDC students experience a high quality education enhanced by smaller class sizes, and personalized learning.

The Department provides a supportive atmosphere for innovation in scholarship, curriculum delivery, and student engagement. http://rdc.ab.ca/programs/academic-departments/school-arts-and-sciences/...
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Masters in Philosophy

Post-secondary teaching experience in applied ethics, health care ethics, and/or philosophy of religion

Evidence of experience and excellence in teaching undergraduate philosophy, scholarly/research potential

Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Philosophy

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience

Special Instructions to Applicants:

For additional information, please contact:
Dr. Guillermo Barron
Head of Philosophy
Red Deer College
Phone: 403 314-2439
guillermo [dot] barron [__at__] rdc [dot] ab [dot] ca

Dr. Paritosh Ghosh
Chairperson, Humanities and Social Sciences
Red Deer College
Phone: 403.343.4046
paritosh [dot] ghosh [__at__] rdc [dot] ab [dot] ca

Posting Details
Competition Number:
2014-F-035
Posting Date: 04-24-2014
Closing Date: 05-23-2014

Humanities & Social Sciences
Position Start Date:
08-27-2014
Position End Date:
12-22-2014
Quicklink for Posting:
employment.rdc.ab.ca/applicants/Central?quickFind=52106