Lecturer in Philosophy

The Department of Philosophy at Smith College invites applications for the position of Lecturer, to begin July 1, 2026. This is a full-time, non-renewable one-year position with a teaching load of five courses over two semesters. AOS: Open. AOC: Philosophy of Mind. A Ph.D. in Philosophy is expected by the time of appointment. Candidates from groups underrepresented in Philosophy are encouraged to apply.

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is the largest women's college in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. Smith College offers opportunities to foster faculty success at every career stage, such as those listed . The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges. Details about the Department of Philosophy may be found at https://www.smith.edu/academics/philosophy

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Application Instructions

Submit application at with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, teaching portfolio (including sample syllabi for philosophy of mind and at least one other course you are prepared to teach), , and three confidential letters of recommendation, at least one of which should be from someone who has directly observed your teaching. Finalists may be asked for additional materials. Review of applications will begin on March 20, 2026.