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Philosophy and Law Assistant Professor

Job in Fresno, Fresno County, California, 93650, USA
Listing for: New River Community College
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-12-02
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    University Professor, Academic, Faculty
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Philosophy and Law Assistant Professor

Job No: 553226

Work Type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track

Location: Central California:
Fresno

California State University, Fresno – College of Arts & Humanities – Department of Philosophy. (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Overview

The Department of Philosophy at California State University, Fresno invites applicants for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor position beginning Fall 2026. Candidates will teach undergraduate courses in the Pre‑Law curriculum, advise students, supervise student research, conduct and publish scholarly research, develop curriculum, and facilitate community outreach. The successful candidate will also work cooperatively with faculty and staff across the college and campus, especially those associated with the Pre‑Law program.

Responsibilities
  • Teach undergraduate courses in philosophy of law, epistemology, critical thinking, and logic.
  • Advise and mentor students in their major (Philosophy, Pre‑Law, or Religious Studies) and support their law school preparation.
  • Conduct and publish research in philosophy and law.
  • Develop curriculum and facilitate community outreach.
  • Serve on departmental, college, and university committees.
  • Engage in community service and participate in department activities and programming.
Required Qualifications
  • An earned doctorate (Ph.D.) in Philosophy or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution.
  • Applicants nearing completion of the doctorate (ABD) may be considered; the doctorate must be completed by August 1, 2026.
  • Commitment to and preparedness for teaching in philosophy of law, critical thinking, logic, and epistemology; commitment to and preparedness for advising and mentoring pre‑law students; a record of distinguished scholarship in philosophy and law commensurate with years of experience.
    • Preferred Qualifications
  • Excellence in teaching philosophy, broadly construed.
  • Excellence in teaching students with various learning needs, especially with respect to the student body found at Fresno State.
  • Excellence in service, especially with respect to advising students.
  • Potential for excellence in scholarship as demonstrated in a rich research agenda, especially with respect to philosophy and law, as well as any additional research interests.
  • Interest in developing special curricular programs for advanced pre‑law students, such as a Philosophy, Politics, and Economics program or something similar.
    • Application Procedures

    Review of applications will begin on January 12, 2026. The committee may review applications submitted after this date. All positions automatically close on March 31, 2026.

    Note:

    All positions at Fresno State are subject to funding availability.

    Required Attachments
  • Letter of interest or cover letter specifically addressing required experience and preferred qualifications, and your interest in teaching Fresno State students.
  • Curriculum vitae (current).
  • Names and contact information of three professional references.
  • A statement about your approach to teaching and advising, with examples of experience, skills, and evolution in teaching practices (not to exceed two pages).
  • A representative example of your scholarship.
  • One sample syllabus, ideally for a course in Philosophy and Law. Applicants invited for phone or video interviews may be asked to provide additional syllabi (for example, in epistemology, logic, or critical thinking).
    • Search Chair

    Dr. James Rocha, jamesrsnostate.edu

    Department of Philosophy, California State University, Fresno

    About the Program

    Fresno State’s Pre‑Law Option is within the Philosophy B.A. and is housed in the Department of Philosophy and the College of Arts & Humanities. Many of the Option’s students attend law school after graduation, while numerous students also pursue law‑related jobs without seeking a JD. Faculty also serve students within the California Law Pathways and the Central Valley Scholars Law Pathway.

    About

    the Department

    The Department of Philosophy in the College of Arts & Humanities at California State University, Fresno State offers a B.A. degree with Options in Philosophy, Pre‑Law, and Religious Studies. These options are firmly integrated and share core…

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