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Position Information Position Number P00768 Position Title College Professor - Philosophy Division/Portfolio Arts and Foundational Programs Department/Program Philosophy Location Kelowna, Penticton Other Flexible Work Options Your Opportunity The role and responsibilities of a faculty member focus on the activities related to teachers, academics and scholars. They include but are not limited to an awareness of current scholarship and continuing mastery in one’s field, instructional and professional duties, professional development, and service. In addition, duties and responsibilities may include scholarly activity. Functions and Duties Instructional duties may include all or any of the following: instructional (teaching) assignments; course preparation and program revision; development of new programs and modes of delivery; evaluation of student work; instruction of laboratory exercises, concepts, theories, techniques and use of equipment; student contact for purposes of advising, tutoring and supervision both in and outside of the lecture or laboratory period; revision and development of existing and/or new courses in all formats; preparation of materials for use in laboratories; set up and take down of laboratory materials; preparation of timetables; control of inventory, maintenance of equipment; ordering of materials; Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) and PLA coordination; and other functions related to instruction.

Professional development is activity intended to promote teaching excellence, subject area competence and technical competence in an area of professional or instructional expertise.
Service may include all or any of the following: school visitations; active membership on appropriate college or union committees, councils or boards; participation in professional or academic organizations; application of the employee’s academic or professional competence or expertise in the community at large; attendance at articulation meetings; representing OC at other functions, administrative duties and other duties.

Scholarly activity includes scholarship, research and creative activities. A College Professor may be released from instructional and/or professional duties to perform scholarly activity. Education and Experience The minimum qualification is a Master’s degree; PhD is preferred. An equivalent level credential as appropriate for the discipline will be considered. Professional or post-secondary school work experience directly related to the duty assignment is an asset. Experience demonstrating a learner-centered teaching philosophy is desired. An active profile in scholarship, research and creative activity is preferred. Skills and Abilities Designs and teaches a course with regard for learning outcomes Teaches in a variety of modes, including lecture, discussion, active student involvement and laboratory work as appropriate Interested in use of appropriate technological aids in instruction Open to feedback from others on ways to improve teaching and related activities Knowledgeable about the subject matter of the teaching area and able to teach the subject matter at a post-secondary level Maintains currency and vitality in one’s discipline through professional activities, professional development and/or scholarship Interested in course and program development Collegial and willing to work constructively with others Comfortable in a computerized environment and with programs relevant to instruction and academic discipline Preferred Qualifications The Department of Philosophy at Okanagan College invites applications for a full-time term position, teaching in Fall 2024 and Winter 2025.

Fall 2024:
PHIL 299- Special Topics in Philosophy (Kelowna)
PHIL 250- Criminal Ethics Justice (Penticton)
(2 sections) PHIL 350- Business Ethics (Kelowna)

Winter 2025:
PHIL 211- Ethics (Kelowna)
PHIL 331- Computing Ethics (Kelowna)
(2 sections) PHIL 350- Business Ethics (Kelowna)

The ideal candidate will have 1) at minimum an MA in Philosophy and 2) strong teaching philosophy. An active profile in research will also be considered an asset.

They must demonstrate evidence of high-quality research and a track-record of effective teaching in their application.

Candidates with teaching competence in ethics and applied ethics are preferred. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English. Desired Start Date 08/19/2024 Position End Date (if temporary) 04/30/2025 Schedule TBD Annual Salary/Hourly Rate Salary range $71,846 to $115,129 with normal starting salary between $78,872 and $85,897 annually*, dependent on relevant education and experience. *Note: Part-time Term and summer appointments subject to adjustment factors as per the collective agreement Appointment Type Faculty - Full-time Term Special Instructions to Applicants Please submit the names and contact information for a minimum of three referees. For inquiries of an academic nature, please contact Dr. David Boutillier, Chair, Department of Philosophy, by way of email DBoutillier@okanagan.bc.ca . Employee Group Faculty Posting Detail Information Competition Number C002856 Posting Open Date 06/24/2024 Posting Closing Date 07/09/2024 Open Until Filled No Inclusion Statement Okanagan College is committed to increasing the equitable and inclusive participation of marginalized people in all aspects of college life. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black People, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities or expressions. People with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application

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