Assistant Professor of Philosophy | Upto $60/hr Hourly

The Assistant Professor of Philosophy position in San Francisco centres on providing 1 correct answer and 9 plausible but subtly incorrect alternatives that challenge expert-level solvers. It would suit someone who can bring careful technical judgement and practical problem-solving to the role.

What the work leans on

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Where the technical work sits

• Provide 1 correct answer and 9 plausible but subtly incorrect alternatives that challenge expert-level solvers.
• Supply 1–5 academic references per question from reputable sources like peer-reviewed journals and university repositories.
• Author original philosophy questions that test deep conceptual understanding, not surface-level recall.

Technical requirements

• Research publications or teaching experience in philosophy is a strong plus.
• Master's degree considered for candidates with exceptional depth in a specific subdomain.
• Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete).

Practical details

• Commitment: 10+ hours/week.
• Work model: Remote.