Job opportunity
Full-Time, Term-Certain Instructor, Philosophy
Medicine Hat, AB
Instructor, Philosophy (Full-Time Term Certain)
Competition Number: 126222 Type: Faculty
Closing Date: November 10, 2026
Category: Full-time, Term-Certain
Medicine Hat Campus
Medicine Hat College’s School of Arts, Science, and Education invites applications for a full-time term certain Instructor in Philosophy for the 2026-2027 academic year, commencing January 1, 2027. This is a Full-time position, in person at the Medicine Hat Campus.
A little about the role:
The successful candidate will teach five course sections:
Three sections of PHIL 249 — Philosophy: Values and Ethics
Two sections of PHIL 313 — Bioethics
One section of PHIL367 — Philosophy of Science
These courses serve students in university transfer, degree partnership, and other college programs. The position requires a strong grounding in moral philosophy and bioethics, a commitment to undergraduate teaching, and the ability to help students develop skills in philosophical reading, reasoning, discussion, and argumentative writing. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering course material, developing and assessing assignments and examinations, providing constructive and timely feedback, maintaining student records, and supporting students through scheduled office hours. The successful candidate will also work collaboratively with colleagues and undertake instructional and administrative duties associated with the appointment. Details of these courses can be found in the college Calendar or online at www.mhc.ab.ca/ProgramsandCourses/Academic-Programs/AcademicCalendar
Master's degree in philosophy (PhD preferred)
An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered
Relevant post-secondary teaching and experience will be considered an asset
Willingness to be part of a dynamic and collaborative team that focuses on student success
Strong communication skills and computer literacy are important
Appointment Term:
January 1, 2027 – June 30, 2027
Human Resources
Room C220
Medicine Hat College
299 College Drive SE
Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 3Y6
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Apply on source site Competition Number: 126222 Type: Faculty
Closing Date: November 10, 2026
Category: Full-time, Term-Certain
Medicine Hat Campus
Medicine Hat College’s School of Arts, Science, and Education invites applications for a full-time term certain Instructor in Philosophy for the 2026-2027 academic year, commencing January 1, 2027. This is a Full-time position, in person at the Medicine Hat Campus.
A little about the role:
The successful candidate will teach five course sections:
Three sections of PHIL 249 — Philosophy: Values and Ethics
Two sections of PHIL 313 — Bioethics
One section of PHIL367 — Philosophy of Science
These courses serve students in university transfer, degree partnership, and other college programs. The position requires a strong grounding in moral philosophy and bioethics, a commitment to undergraduate teaching, and the ability to help students develop skills in philosophical reading, reasoning, discussion, and argumentative writing. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering course material, developing and assessing assignments and examinations, providing constructive and timely feedback, maintaining student records, and supporting students through scheduled office hours. The successful candidate will also work collaboratively with colleagues and undertake instructional and administrative duties associated with the appointment. Details of these courses can be found in the college Calendar or online at www.mhc.ab.ca/ProgramsandCourses/Academic-Programs/AcademicCalendar
Master's degree in philosophy (PhD preferred)
An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered
Relevant post-secondary teaching and experience will be considered an asset
Willingness to be part of a dynamic and collaborative team that focuses on student success
Strong communication skills and computer literacy are important
Appointment Term:
January 1, 2027 – June 30, 2027
Human Resources
Room C220
Medicine Hat College
299 College Drive SE
Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 3Y6
#J-18808-Ljbffr