Job Details

For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high-impact research and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level. 

Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. As part of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State exemplifies the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university.  In addition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's core values of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect.  We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision.  For more information, visit the Kennesaw State University website.

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.  Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

The History and Philosophy Department prepares students for adaptable, fulfilling careers by teaching a core set of transferable knowledge and skills through research, analyzing and assessing evidence, and articulating sound conclusions both orally and in writing. Students learn about the larger world by studying societies, cultures, and economies across a broad chronological and geographical spectrum, which makes them better global citizens, problem solvers, and communicators.

With more than 400 full-time faculty and 8,100 degree-seeking students, the Norman J. Radow College of Humanities & Social Sciences is dedicated to pioneering workforce readiness in the humanities and social sciences. By staying true to our Liberal Arts values and integrating practical knowledge and experiential learning into our curriculum, we empower our students to become responsible citizens ready for the demands of the modern workplace.The home of three schools and eight departments, the College offers more than 80 graduate and undergraduate programs of study in both traditional and interdisciplinary fields. These programs enable students to develop leadership, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, as well as a strong sense of civic engagement.

The College is committed to the success of our students, faculty, staff and communities. We seek candidates whose experience has prepared them to fulfill that commitment and engage our students, partners, and stakeholders effectively. 

Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position as Lecturer of Philosophy in the Department of History and Philosophy with a preferred start date of August 2027. This is a nine-month contracted position and is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.

• Teach undergraduate courses in Philosophy, including general education Introduction to Philosophy courses. Faculty may be expected to teach courses of variable size and modalities, including large class sizes, online, hybrid, and face-to-face, and on the Kennesaw and/or Marietta campuses.
• Service to the Department/College/University/professional community

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.

• A doctoral degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Philosophy is required at the time of hire
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching, mentorship, and promoting student success at the university level, such as, but not limited to, experience teaching undergraduate philosophy courses, student and/or peer evaluations of teaching; development of inclusive and accessible teaching practices; student mentoring; teaching awards or recognitions; and/or evidence of student learning and success
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in service to the college, university, profession, and/or community, such as, but not limited to: participation in departmental, college, or university committees; curriculum development or program assessment; student recruitment, retention, advising, or outreach; organizing lectures, conferences, workshops, or other academic events; and/or mentoring student organizations.

• Area of Specialization (AOS) or Area of Competence (AOC) in Philosophy of Education and AI and/or Ethics of AI, as evidenced by graduate coursework, publication record, and/or teaching experience
• Strong preference for demonstrated expertise in the responsible use of AI tools in teaching and learning, such as, but not limited to: (1) successful development of teaching applications in undergraduate philosophy courses; (2) development of policies or instructional practices concerning ethical use of generative AI; (3) assessment of the pedagogical benefits and limitations of AI tools; (4) incorporation of AI literacy like bias, privacy, authorship, academic integrity, or other ethical issues into course design/content; (5) workshops, presentations, publications, or faculty development related to AI in teaching and learning; (6) participation in institutional initiatives concerning responsible AI use in higher education; (7) and/or evidence of revising teaching practices in response to emerging AI technologies.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching and supporting student success in a variety of course sizes and modalities, especially in general education courses in Philosophy at the undergraduate level
• Demonstrated ability to teach courses incorporating both Western and non-Western philosophical traditions, especially in Eastern Philosophy, Ethics, Existentialism, and/or Nineteenth-Century Philosophy courses

1. CV 
2. Cover Letter addressing teaching philosophy, teaching experiences, and areas of expertise in philosophy of education and artificial intelligence, ethics of
   artificial intelligence, and/or responsible use of AI tools in teaching and learning
3. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire) 
4. Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references
5. Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness should include, as applicable, summary of teaching evaluations, letter(s) of support or observation feedback attesting to
   teaching potential or abilities, and/or a sample syllabi and materials, including a sample syllabus for a course (taught or prospective) in Ethics of Artificial
   Intelligence or Philosophy of Artificial Intelligence. (Upload as Additional Documents)

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Review of applications will begin immediately.  For full consideration, please apply by November 11, 2026.

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Josu Pieiro Muoz, jpineiro@kennesaw.edu.

For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or support@usg.edu. 

For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs please email facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation.  Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment.  Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process.  Some positions may require additional job based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, preemployment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf