Philosophy and Classics - Assistant Professor (Ethics)

Competition Number: 20250520A/S
Position Title: Assistant Professor (tenure track) in the Department of Philosophy and Classics
Faculty/Department: Faculty of Arts
Unit: Arts-Philosophy and Classics
Employee Group: URFA
Collective Agreement Consideration: Open to the Public.
CUPE 5791 Job Family N/A
Category: Academic
Number of Vacancies: 1

Position Summary   
The Department of Philosophy & Classics at the University of Regina invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Ethics, broadly construed. We are seeking a scholar who is prepared to contribute to a dynamic and inclusive academic environment through teaching, research, and service, with a particular emphasis on ethical theory and applied ethics, to begin July 1, 2025 (start date flexible).

Duties will include teaching a range of courses at the undergraduate level, including introductory courses and core ethics courses (PHIL 270: Ethics, PHIL 272: Contemporary Moral Issues, PHIL 273: Biomedical Ethics, PHIL 276: Professional Ethics), upper-level courses in ethical theory and applied ethics, supervising honours students, and contributing to the department’s core curriculum and interdisciplinary teaching commitments, including courses required by programs in Kinesiology and Health Studies, Justice Studies, and other university-wide electives. Duties will also include maintaining an active research agenda and contributing to the scholarly community through publications and conference participation, and participation in service activities at the departmental, faculty, and university levels commensurate with appointed rank, while supporting the development of an inclusive and diverse academic culture.

The Faculty of Arts is home to approximately 100 full-time faculty members in thirteen departments and a range of interdisciplinary programs in the humanities and in the social and natural sciences. Additional information about the Department and its undergraduate programs is available at https://www.uregina.ca/arts/philosophy-classics/. For more information on the Faculty of Arts, please refer to https://www.uregina.ca/arts/ 

Position Requirements
The preferred candidate will have a Ph.D. in Philosophy or be close to completion; will have evidence of high-quality research, publication, and a promising research agenda; as well as demonstrated teaching effectiveness and a willingness to teach from the courses listed above. The candidate will also have a demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in teaching and research, and a dedication to fostering an inclusive environment for students and colleagues. An interest or experience in developing curricular content that integrates perspectives relevant to Indigenous communities or underrepresented groups is a priority for the Department.

Pay Grade: Faculty Assistant Professor
Salary Range: As Per URFA Collective Agreement
Status: Tenure-Track
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full Time
Preference Posting: Indigenous People, Visible Minority, Person with a Disability, Woman

Additional Information

Contact Information
For inquiries about the position, please contact Dr. Jérôme Melançon, Head, Department of Philosophy and Classics, [email protected], 306-585-5243.

Job Open Date 03/26/2025
Open Until Filled  Yes

Special Application Instructions 
Review of applications will begin on April 22, 2025. Applications submitted after this date may be considered until the position is filled.

As per instructions posted at https://urcareers.uregina.ca, applicants must electronically submit: 

• a cover letter describing how they meet the criteria for the position;
• an up-to-date curriculum vitae; a research statement, an article-length writing sample;
• a teaching portfolio that includes a statement of teaching philosophy, a list of courses taught previously, a list of courses that the applicant could teach, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and a sample syllabus for an applied ethics course developed by the applicant;
• names and contact information of three referees; and
• unofficial transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
• https://urcareers.uregina.ca/postings/18734 

Applicants’ materials should demonstrate their interest, commitment, and experience regarding inclusion of marginalized groups and perspectives in all aspect of their work.

Candidates contacted for an interview will be asked to have original transcripts and letters of reference sent directly to:

Office of the Dean, Faculty of Arts
University of Regina
3737 Wascana Parkway
Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada, S4S 0A2
or by email to: [email protected]. 

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement
The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code. This competition has been designated as giving preference to self-identified members of these five groups.

The University of Regina is located on Treaty 4 territory with a presence in Treaty 6 territory and is committed to serving and collaborating with Indigenous communities. We recognize the importance of advancing knowledge that integrates Indigenous perspectives and encourage scholars who are committed to these goals to apply.

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Teaching Philosophy
• Reference Contact Info
• Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness
• Research Interests/Projects
• Sample Syllabus 1
• Unofficial Transcript(s)
• Writing Samples