The University of Colorado Denver Department of Philosophy invites applications for a non-tenure-track teaching position at the International College of Beijing (ICB). The job will commence in Beijing in Spring 2023, with arrival required potentially several weeks before then due to evolving COVID-19 travel and quarantine requirements. Depending on the performance of the individual hired, multi-year renewals are possible.
We seek to hire a colleague who can teach a wide range of Philosophy courses to support the core liberal arts curriculum and deliver the philosophy minor, such as Introduction to Philosophy, Ancient Greek Philosophy, and Modern European Philosophy. Above all else, we seek a dynamic teacher committed to best practices in student-centered pedagogy and advancing intercultural philosophical learning to support students in developing critical thinking skills. ICB is a unique international collaboration, so the ideal candidate will teach and mentor students to use the tools of philosophy in their lives, remaining open to the surprises that intercultural exchange can bring.
The teaching load is 8 courses per academic year (4 in fall and 4 in spring). The instructor is responsible for teaching a range of philosophy courses and will also assume 10% of their duties in service roles selected in consultation with the Department Chair. These service roles may include advising students on the philosophy minor, serving as Faculty Director of the ICB Philosophy Club, corresponding with ICB students transferring to Denver, overseeing our annual Student Film Festival, working on the annual ICB newsletter, outcomes assessment projects, and other tasks in conversation with the Chair.
About the ICB:
Located in the Haidian District of Beijing, ICB is an international partnership between China Agricultural University (CAU) and the University of Colorado Denver that offers complete undergraduate programs in Economics and Communication. All courses are administered and taught by CU Denver faculty in English, and the degree earned is awarded by CU Denver. The ICB program offers a thriving and collegial environment that strives to embody the best promises of international education. For more information about the CU Denver/ICB program, please see the International College Beijing web site: international.ucdenver.edu/Beijing.
Instructors receive an allowance to purchase airline tickets to and from Beijing (the first ticket to Beijing is covered by the university), international health insurance, and the option of free on-campus housing or discounted on-campus housing at higher levels of accommodation. Semesters are 15 weeks long; semester start dates are based on the lunar calendar with fall semesters beginning early to mid-September, and spring semesters beginning in mid-January to early-February.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. Based on certain employee situations, we may not be able to hire candidates directly as CU employees and may need to use a Professional Employment Organization (PEO) to complete the hire.
Faculty hired to teach at ICB must be able to meet the requirements to obtain the Z Visa to work in China (http://english.gov.cn/services/workinchina/). Our understanding of these requirements includes holding a Master’s degree or above, demonstrating at least 2-years teaching experience, and holding a graduate degree that matches the area that the applicant will teach. Under these Chinese rules, the maximum age of candidates seeking a work Visa is 59. These requirements are subject to change by the Chinese government without notice.
Salary and Benefits:
The hiring rate for this position has been established at $54,000 at 0.90 FTE (full-time equivalency).
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
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Diversity and Equity:
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.
The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
– Master’s degree in Philosophy
– 2 years of experience teaching Philosophy
– Independent teaching experience required
To be paid via CU Denver payroll, you must have a social security number and a U.S. bank account for direct deposit.
Preferred Qualifications:
Candidates with an AOC in the history of philosophy preferred.
Interested candidates should also have a proven record of teaching excellence.
Special Instructions to Applicants: Review of applications will begin August 1st and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates with questions about this job description are invited to contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Rob Metcalf at robert.metcalf@ucdenver.edu. Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at: www.cu.edu/cu-careers. Refer to requisition number: 26265.