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Religious Studies 2015-2016

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This page is for Academic Positions in Religious Studies that begin in 2016.

Last Year's Page: Religious Studies 2014-2015

See also: Biblical Studies 2015-2016 and Jewish Studies 2015-2016

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ABD (early): 2

ABD (will finish this academic year): 11

Ph.D. in hand (one-year, VAP, Lecturer, Post-doc, adjunct): 14

Assistant Professor:

Associate Professor: 1

Full Professor: 1

Search Committee Member:

Lurker: 1

Faculty "Job Coach":

TOTAL: (as of July 24, 2015) 29 <----- update the total!

Fields of Study (feel free to add your field if it isn't represented below)

African Religions:

African-American Religions:

American Religion(s): 4

Ancient Near East:

Anthropology of Religion: 1

Asian Religions-Buddhism: 3

Asian Religions-Chinese/Japanese: 1

Asian Religions-Hinduism:

Asian Religions-Southeast Asia: 

Catholic Studies: 1

Christian Spirituality: 1

Christianity-Early: 3

Christianity-Medieval: 3

Christianity-Early Modern/Modern: 3

Christianity-Modern/Ethics:

Christianity-Global: 1

Christianity-Catholic and Latin American Studies:

Comparative:

Ethics: 2

Esotericism:

Hebrew Bible: 1

Intercultural Studies: 1

Indigenous Religions:

Islam:

Judaism: 3

New Testament: 1

Pastoral Care / Religion and Psychology: 1

Philosophy of Religion: 2

Political Theology:

Practical Theology (Homiletics):

Religion and Literature:

Religion and History of Science:

Religion and Violence: 1

Religion and Pop Culture: 1

Secularism: 1

Second Temple Judaism: 1

Sociology of Religion:

Social Science of Religion/Methods: 1 

South Asian Religions: 1

Theology: 5

Women's Studies / Queer Theory: 2

Sources of ads: Out of curiosity, what web sites or publications are we using to find these postings? Please add to the list as appropriate.

2015-2016 RELIGIOUS STUDIES JOBS - Full-Time / Tenure-Track

Aarhus University (DK) - Associate Professorship in the Study of Religion

The School of Culture and Society invites applications for an associate professorship in the study of religion. The associate professorship is a permanent position which begins on 01.01.2016 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The position: We are seeking an innovative and dedicated candidate who will contribute to Aarhus University’s core activities in the areas of research, education, talent development and knowledge exchange. The position focuses on the interdisciplinary psychology of religion and the new experimental science of religion. The future associate professor is expected to help further the integration of the interdisciplinary psychology of religion within the study of religion at the Department of the Study of Religion through teaching and research at the highest international level. She or he will be situated within the department’s Religion, Cognition and Culture Research Unit.

Research: The School of Culture and Society emphasises high-quality research and attaches great importance to interdisciplinary collaboration, participation in collective research projects, and the ability to attract external research funding.

We are looking for a candidate with a strong profile and track record in the study of religion, as well as experimental expertise in psychology, neurocognition and the cognitive science of religion.

We are particularly interested in a candidate whose training and research integrates the above-mentioned fields. The associate professor will be expected to develop collaborative research initiatives locally and internationally.

  • All applications must be made online and received by 10 July 2015.
  • See full ad HERE.

Boston University (MA) - Sociology of Religion

BOSTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Sociology of Religion at the Assistant Professor rank, to begin July 1, 2016. Candidates should have a strong research record and research skills with an emphasis on congregational or community studies, and on cross-cultural and global issues in the field. Active engagement in empirical research and excellence in teaching are expected. The ideal candidate might also contribute to the School's strengths in lived religion, cultural studies, and practical theology. Candidates should be committed to the School's mission of preparing leaders for diverse forms of ministry in religious communities and faith-based organizations, as well as teaching doctoral students for the professoriate, clinical practice, and other forms of scholarship within the interdisciplinary context of a research university. Opportunities also include doctoral advising in the PhD programs in Theological Studies, particularly Practical Theology, and in the Graduate Division of Religious Studies. Boston University expects excellence in teaching and research and is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to engaged scholarship in a multicultural environment.

DO NOT APPLY THROUGH THE BOSTON UNIVERSITY HR WEBSITE. Applications, including a curriculum vitae, statement of teaching and research plans, a major publication sample, and three professional references (sent separately), should be sent to the Omnibus Search Committee, Boston University School of Theology, 745 Commonwealth Avenue, Suite 110, Boston, MA 02215. Applications may be submitted as email attachments to Danielle Stecher at dstecher@bu.edu.

  • Review of applications will begin October 1, 2015, and will continue until a suitable candidate is selected.

Chicago Theological Seminary (IL) - Practical Theology

Chicago Theological Seminary invites applications for a full-time, three-year term (with potential for conversion to tenure-track) position in Practical Theology to begin July 1, 2016. We have special interests in Homiletics, Pastoral Care, and Psychology and Religion. Applications from scholars with strengths in the areas of mujerista, feminist, womanist, queer, and/or interreligious approaches to the practice of ministry are encouraged. Ph.D. required, experience with online learning preferred. Applicants should share the seminarys historic commitments to social justice and the care of persons, and be able to teach in six degree programs (MA, MARL, MDiv, STM, DMin, PhD) with several concentrations. The successful candidate will have a scholarly trajectory and be committed to developing a professional profile that includes publication.

  • Send a letter of application, Curriculum Vitae, and contact information for three references (name, address, telephone, and email) to Emily Vogt, Assistant to the Academic Dean, at either evogt@ctschicago.edu or Chicago Theological Seminary, 1407 E. 60th Street, Chicago, IL 60637-2902. Deadline for applications is September 8. A seminary affiliated related to the United Church of Christ with a diverse, ecumenical, interreligious faculty and student body, Chicago Theological Seminary is an Equal Opportunity, Open and Affirming employer.
  • Does anyone know if there is a preference on field of expertise, or truly open among these 3?

Claremont Graduate University (CA) - American Religions

The Religion Department at Claremont Graduate University invites applications for a tenure-track, advanced assistant or associate professor of American religions, with a preferred specialization in African American and/or Latino/a religion in North America. Candidates should be primarily prepared to teach and advise M.A. and Ph.D. students in the department’s program in American religions, while the ideal candidate will also contribute to the department’s program in comparative scripture. Special preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated ability to teach a graduate-level religious studies theory and method course. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in religious studies or related fields, as well as a proven track record and future trajectory of scholarly achievement. The appointment is scheduled to commence in Fall 2016.

Intellectual breadth is important in our department and university. Regardless of specialization, we seek candidates eager to help graduate students who possess a wide range of interests discover nuances and make connections across fields and topics in their scholarly work. In addition to research and teaching, faculty at CGU work closely advising and mentoring MA and doctoral students on their theses and dissertations and on their career preparation. The successful candidate will have outstanding teaching and mentoring skills, a demonstrably strong record of publications, and experience advising students from diverse backgrounds.

Please submit a letter of application, CV, and writing sample (30 pages maximum), and arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to: Patrick Mason, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Religion, Claremont Graduate University, 831 N. Dartmouth Avenue, Claremont, CA 91711.

Creighton University (NE) - Theology

Creighton University Department of Theology seeks a candidate who wishes to teach (primarily undergraduates and some graduates) at a Jesuit-Catholic University in a department committed to the Christian theological traditions. For this position, we seek a candidate in the area of Faith and Culture. The applicant should be trained in Christian theology and may specialize in any area that addresses Faith and Culture, including (but not limited to) comparative theology, American religion, science and religion, or Christianity and modern atheism. The individual selected will teach various courses in theology including a required freshman introductory theology course. There is an expectation of an active research agenda and service to the Department, the College of Arts and Sciences, and the University. This position will be full-time, tenure track at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning in August of 2016.

PhD in an appropriate field from an accredited college or university. Evidence of significant and appropriate teaching experience.

Candidates should send a complete dossier including an application form, cover letter, curriculum vitae, graduate school transcript (copies are acceptable for the interview; originals will be requested before formal offer can be made), teaching dossier (to include teaching philosophy, sample syllabus and information about student teaching evaluations), and three current letters of recommendation to: http://careers.creighton.edu The Official Creighton College of Arts and Sciences Application, available at https://ccas.creighton.edu/sites/ccas.creighton.edu/files/4.7%20Link%20-%20FacApp.pdf Three letters of recommendation, at least two of which must speak to the candidate's teaching ability. Transcripts (as described in the College Application). A written statement addressing the candidate's understanding of the interrelated missions of the University, College, and department and the role she or he would hope to play in accomplishing those missions. Use the following links to access our mission statements:

Creighton University: http://www.creighton.edu/about/mission.
Creighton College of Arts and Sciences: https://ccas.creighton.edu/about/about-our-mission.
Theology Department: http://www.creighton.edu/ccas/theology/mission/index.php.)

Send print materials to Search Committee, Department of Theology, Creighton University, 2500 California Plaza, Omaha, NE 68178.

  • Application deadline: November 1st, 2015. Interviews will be scheduled with selected applicants at the AAR Annual Meeting in Atlanta.

Lawrence University (WI) - Asian Religions

Assistant Professor, Department of Religious Studies

Lawrence University, a selective undergraduate liberal arts college, seeks applicants for a full-time tenure-track position to begin September 1, 2016. We seek a person to teach courses in Asian religious traditions. The area of specialty is open, but the successful applicant will be able to teach upper and lower level courses in Hinduism or Buddhism. A specialization in a secondary tradition such as Sikhism, Jainism or Daoism is acceptable, so long as the applicant is comfortable teaching upper and lower level courses in either Hinduism or Buddhism. The candidate should demonstrate knowledge of the historical texts of the tradition, but also be able to articulate a theoretical perspective that would allow students to do comparative work. Contributions to Lawrence’s Freshman Studies program and one of our interdisciplinary programs are expected. We are looking for a candidate who brings passion to teaching in a liberal arts setting and who will find innovative ways to communicate the subject matter with students. In addition to teaching, Lawrence faculty are expected to maintain a program of quality scholarship.

Lawrence is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff and the viewpoints and approaches that a diverse community represents. We strongly encourage candidates who can contribute to diversity at Lawrence to apply. See https://lawrencecareers.silkroad.com/lawrenceuniversity/About_Us.html

  • To apply, send letter of application along with curriculum vitae , statements of teaching philosophy, research interests, and graduate transcripts to [search_religiousstudies@lawrence.edu mailto:search_religiousstudies@lawrence.edu]. In addition have three letters of reference set to the same address. Review of applications will begin immediately. To ensure full consideration, all materials should be submitted by November 1, 2015. We will conduct interviews at the annual meeting of the AAR.

Oregon State University (OR) - Buddhist Studies (Asian Buddhism)

The School of History, Philosophy, and Religion invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE). 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position.

This position in Buddhist Studies (Asian Buddhism) has teaching responsibilities for five courses per academic year. The position will teach introductory and upper-level courses on Buddhist Studies and more broadly on Asian religion and philosophy and should have the ability to teach an introductory course on world religions. The successful candidate will demonstrate competence in Religious Studies theory and methods, mastery of languages relevant to their area of specialization

This position is within the School of History, Philosophy, and Religion and will be crucial to helping launch a new Religious Studies major at Oregon State University (OSU).

Oregon State University, the state's leading research university, is located in Corvallis, a vibrant college town of 55,000 in the heart of Oregon's Willamette Valley. The university is committed to the recruitment and retention of diverse faculty, staff, and students.

  • Posting Date: 06-26-2015. For Full Consideration Date: 09-30-2015. Closing Date: 12-31-2015.

Rockhurst University (MO) - Religious Studies

Rockhurst University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position of Assistant Professor in the Department of Theology & Religious Studies.

Candidate must possess a Ph.D. by time of appointment in August 2016 and be able to teach an Introduction to World Religions course and upper level undergraduate courses in Buddhism and Hinduism; competency in Islamic traditions preferred but not required. Responsibilities involve a 3/3 teaching load, participation in departmental and university service, as well as scholarship. Preference given to candidate with evidence of effective teaching and demonstrated commitment to scholarly activity.

  • All submissions (a letter of interest and CV) must be sent electronically to daniel.stramara@rockhurst.edu. Please have three letters of recommendation e-mailed as pdfs directly to Dr. Daniel F. Stramara, Jr., Chair, Department of Theology & Religious Studies, Rockhurst University. All materials must be received by September 14, 2015.

Saint Mary's College of California (CA) - Theology and Religious Studies

Saint Marys College of California invites applications for a tenure-track position in Theology & Religious Studies. We seek a theologian and teacher in the tradition of the Second Vatican Council. There are two options for the preferred area of specialization. The first is Theological Anthropology, especially as it relates to contemporary areas of concern, e.g., gender and sexuality, human dignity and justice. The second is Comparative Theology, with an emphasis on Global Christianity / World Catholicism, e.g., interfaith dialogue, expressions of Catholicism across the globe, or the interaction between theology and issues of justice. Our student body is diverse, and we seek a candidate who can speak and relate to students of color, minorities, and women. Candidates from these under-represented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

  • Online App. Form: http://apptrkr.com/631665
  • Deadline: Consideration and review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Because interviews will take place at the American Academy of Religion meeting in Atlanta (Nov 20-23, 2015), we prefer that materials be submitted no later than October 10, 2015.

San Diego State University (CA) - Religion and Society

San Diego State University's Department of Religious Studies invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant or associate professor in Religion and Society with a specialization in the social scientific study of religion (anthropology of religion, or sociology of religion) to begin fall semester 2016. The faculty member will bring the methods and tools of the social sciences to researching the contemporary nexus between religion and social issues. We seek a specialist in an area outside the USA, including, but not limited to, Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, or India. The candidate must be trained in the social scientific study of religion and should demonstrate expertise in particular areas of study and in specific religious communities. Areas of specialization could include racial ideology, gender and equality, environmental theology, or other possibilities, but the primary requirement is expertise in social science methods. The successful candidate will combine historical and language expertise with modern social theory using their object of study as an example of wider, cross-cultural social forces and issues. Engagement with issues of methodology in the academic study of religion is essential. The chosen candidate will show promise to teach lower, upper, and cross-listed division courses, and produce a well-planned research/scholarship agenda whose interests will enhance existing strengths within a department known for its interdisciplinary and comparative approaches, will participate in professional organizations, collaborate with other departments, serve the larger San Diego community, and complement the mission and collegiality of the department. Qualifications include demonstrated skills in teaching undergraduates. Candidates must possess a strong commitment to teaching excellence and demonstrate promise for continuing research and publication. A Ph.D. in the sociology of, or anthropology of religion, must be in hand at time of appointment.

  • Applicants must apply via Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/30156. Applicant screening will begin September 15, 2015 and the position will remain open until filled. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.

Seattle Pacific University (WA) - Theological Studies

Position: Assistant Professor of Theological Studies

Appointment: Regular nine-month, full-time, tenure-track appointment beginning September 1, 2016. Subject to funding.

Responsibilities: Teaching undergraduate and seminary courses in a variety of theological topics will be expected, including women in Christianity. Undergrad courses will include general curriculum offerings (University Foundations) in Christian formation and theology as well as specialized courses in the Christian Theology major and minors. Seminary courses would include survey courses in historical theology and doctrine. A promising research trajectory is a requirement. Service to the School of Theology, University, and wider publics will be expected alongside student mentoring and advisement.

Requirements: Qualifications: Ph.D. or Th.D. in a theological discipline (historical, doctrinal, and/or constructive). The candidate must be committed to classroom instruction, student mentoring, and discipleship in a Christian liberal arts setting. The ideal candidate will be able to teach courses in gender and theology. Candidates broadly conversant with contextual, global, and historical theology will be preferred. The successful candidate will be sympathetic to the Wesleyan Holiness tradition and committed to the way Seattle Pacific seeks to articulate and embody the Christian faith (see the University Statement of Faith). As a collegium, the School of Theology seeks to be faithful to the gospel so as to meet the needs of both church and world. We draw particularly from our Free Methodist heritage by seeking to expose divisions and heal wounds such as class distinctions, racial/ethnic tensions, and gender disparities. Candidates who can contribute to these aims are especially encouraged to apply.

Application Instructions: The online application includes an official SPU application form, a faith statement of approximately one page, a teaching philosophy statement of approximately one page, and other supporting documents. A cover letter and CV are also required. The University reserves the right to fill the position before the deadline, to extend the deadline as circumstances may warrant, or to alter the search process due to funding.

Stanford University (CA) - Islam / Islamic Studies (Open Rank)

Stanford University seeks to hire a specialist on Islam and/or on Muslim societies, cultures, arts, politics, and/or philosophy in any time period. A focus on Africa and/or the Middle East is preferred, but applicants working on other regions are welcome to apply. The successful applicant for this tenure-line, open-rank position will be appointed in the relevant department within the School of Humanities and Sciences and affiliated with the Abbasi Program in Islamic Studies.

  • Applicants should provide a cover letter including a brief statement of research interests, a curriculum vitae including list of publications, and one recent writing sample. Assistant level and untenured applicants should arrange to have three letters of reference submitted to AcademicJobsOnline.org. Currently tenured applicants should submit the names of three references. For full consideration, materials should be received by October 1, 2015. Please use the following link to apply: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/5721

Stanford University (CA) - Japanese Buddhism

The Department of Religious Studies at Stanford University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the field of Japanese Buddhism. The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses and advise students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, contributing to Buddhist Studies at Stanford as well as to the broader teaching mission of the Religious Studies Department.

Applicants should submit an application cover letter, a curriculum vitae (including a list of publications), and three letters of reference through Interfolio via the following URL: http://apply.interfolio.com/30450

  • For full consideration, materials must be received by October 1, 2015. The term of appointment will begin on September 1, 2016.

Stanford University (CA) - South Asian Studies (spec. Hinduism / Indian Religion)

Stanford University invites applicants for a tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level or a tenured position at the Associate Professor level in South Asian Studies to begin in the academic year 2016-17.

The scholar appointed will be based in an academic department but is also expected to make contributions to the interdisciplinary study of South Asia across the university. The appointment will be in one of the following departments in the School of Humanities and Sciences:

Art and Art History (with a preference for a scholar of South Asian Film)
Religious Studies (preference will be given to applicants specializing in Hinduism and the study of Indian religion in general)

Teaching responsibilities will be determined by the home department.

Applicants should provide a cover letter including a brief statement of research interests, a curriculum vitae including list of publications, and one sample of recent scholarship. Assistant level and untenured applicants should arrange to have three letters of reference submitted to Academic Jobs Online. Currently tenured applicants should submit the names of three references.

Towson University (MD) - Ancient Judaism

The College of Liberal Arts invites applications for a tenure-track, 10-month Assistant Professor position in Ancient Judaism (2nd century BCE-the Rise of Islam) with the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies beginning August 2016.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in Religious Studies. ABD applicants considered, but appointment will be at the instructor rank and all degree requirements must be completed by August 1, 2016. Possess a strong command of rabbinic literature and engage with core genres of the traditional Jewish canon, but may focus on an era from late antiquity through the Rise of Islam. Interested in addressing the intellectual and religious history of ancient Judaism as well as its intersections with other religious and intellectual traditions of late antiquity. Possess a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and show potential for a productive scholarly program.

Responsibilities: Faculty assigned an instructional workload of six (6) course units per academic year for the first year. Beginning the second year the workload reverts back to the standard instructional workload of seven to eight (7-8) course units. Teach both introductory and specialized courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including Introduction to Judaism, Introduction to the Study of Religion and Judaism, Christianity and Islam, as well as upper level undergraduate courses. Teach the core graduate survey in Rabbinic History and Literature as well as graduate seminars. The Philosophy and Religious Studies Department in conjunction with the graduate program in Jewish Studies will determine the mix of undergraduate and graduate courses, advising duties and service.

Towson University: Towson University (http://www.towson.edu) was founded in 1866, is recognized by U. S. News and World Reports as one of the top public universities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions, is Baltimore’s largest university, and is the largest public, comprehensive institution in the University of Maryland System. TU enrolls over 18,000 undergraduates and approaching 4,000 graduate students across six academic colleges (business, education, fine arts, health professions, liberal arts, science & mathematics), has over 865 full-time faculty, and offers more than 65 bachelor’s, 45 master’s, and 5 doctoral programs. Our centrally located campus sits on 330 rolling green acres and is 10 miles north of Baltimore, 45 miles north of Washington D.C., and 95 miles south of Philadelphia.

  • Application Process: Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, official or unofficial transcripts, evidence of effective teaching, three letters of recommendation by November 6, 2015 to Dr. Anne Ashbaugh at: http://apply.interfolio.com/29532.

Towson University (MD) - Christian Traditions and Religions of the Americas

The College of Liberal Arts invites applications for a tenure-track, 10-month Assistant Professor position in the field of Christian Traditions and Religions of the Americas in the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies beginning August 2016.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in Religious Studies. ABD applicants considered, but appointment will be at the instructor rank and all degree requirements must be completed by August 1, 2016. Area of specialization (e.g., historical period, geographical region, theoretical/methodological approach) is open, but we especially welcome applicants whose work situates the study of Christianity in transnational perspective. Successful candidate will be conversant with broad questions that currently animate the academic study of religion, including theoretical and comparative concerns and will contribute to Towson University’s interdisciplinary Core program.

Responsibilities: Faculty assigned an instructional workload of six (6) course units per academic year for the first year. Beginning the second year the workload reverts back to the standard instructional workload of seven to eight (7-8) course units. Teach courses in Introduction to the Study of Religion; Judaism, Christianity and Islam; and Introduction to Christianity; as well as upper division courses in the given specialty of the candidate.

Towson University: Towson University (http://www.towson.edu) was founded in 1866, is recognized by U. S. News and World Reports as one of the top public universities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions, is Baltimore’s largest university, and is the largest public, comprehensive institution in the University of Maryland System. TU enrolls over 18,000 undergraduates and approaching 4,000 graduate students across six academic colleges (business, education, fine arts, health professions, liberal arts, science & mathematics), has over 865 full-time faculty, and offers more than 65 bachelor’s, 45 master’s, and 5 doctoral programs. Our centrally located campus sits on 330 rolling green acres and is 10 miles north of Baltimore, 45 miles north of Washington D.C., and 95 miles south of Philadelphia.

  • Application Process: Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, official or unofficial transcripts, evidence of effective teaching, three letters of recommendation by November 6, 2015 to Dr. Anne Ashbaugh at: http://apply.interfolio.com/29533.

University of Michigan (MI) - Theravada Buddhism

The University of Michigan invites applications for a tenure-track or tenured position in Theravada Buddhism beginning September 1, 2016. This is an open-rank search. Applicants with interdisciplinary teaching and research interests in Thai Buddhism and Pali Studies are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities: All applicants should possess a high level of proficiency in the Thai language. Successful candidates are expected to teach a range of courses in Theravada Buddhism generally and Thai Buddhism specifically, from introductory undergraduate lecture courses through graduate seminars; to supervise doctoral dissertations; and to participate actively in the programs of the department as well as in area studies initiatives within a larger university community that encourages interdisciplinary efforts.

Please submit a letter of application, CV, statement of teaching philosophy and experience, teaching evaluations (if available), and a statement of current and future research plans. Junior candidates may submit a placement dossier with representative publications or writing samples and at least three letters of recommendation. Senior candidates should include the names of suggested reviewers. Application materials must be submitted electronically. Please go to http://tinyurl.com/nnv5ukq to apply.

  • To be assured consideration, applications must be received by October 12, 2015.

University of Notre Dame (IN) - Assistant Professor in Moral Theology

The Department of Theology at the University of Notre Dame invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in moral theology/theological ethics at the rank of assistant professor, which will begin in August 2016. 

Area of specialization is open, but the successful candidate will have a strong research and teaching competence in a field of applied ethics – for example, ecological ethics, social ethics, business ethics, sexual ethics, or biomedical ethics.  An earned PhD in Theology or Religious Studies by time of appointment is required.  Besides aptitude for high-level research and writing, a successful candidate will show evidence of ability to teach a range of subjects within moral theology/theological ethics at both undergraduate and graduate levels.  The successful candidate will also be sympathetic to the mission of the University of Notre Dame, which seeks a distinctive educational and scholarly excellence that is founded on its Catholic identity.  Information about Notre Dame is available at http://www.nd.edu. 

  • Review of applications will begin on September 4, 2015 and will continue until the position is filled.  Please submit a letter of application, C.V., and three letters of recommendation to http://apply.interfolio.com/30404. The University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that encourages applications from women and members of under-represented ethnic groups.

University of Notre Dame (IN) - Assistant Professor in Systematic Theology

The Department of Theology at the University of Notre Dame invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in Systematic Theology at the rank of assistant professor, with a starting date of August 2016.

Area of specialization is open, but the successful candidate will have strong research and teaching competencies in modern/contemporary Protestant theology.  An earned PhD in Theology or Religious Studies by time of appointment is required.  Besides aptitude for high-level research and writing, a successful candidate will show evidence of ability to teach a range of subjects within contemporary systematic theology at both undergraduate and graduate levels.  The successful candidate will also be sympathetic to the mission of the University of Notre Dame, which seeks a distinctive educational and scholarly excellence that is founded on its Catholic identity.  Information about Notre Dame is available at http://www.nd.edu.  

  • Review of applications will begin on September 4, 2015 and will continue until the position is filled.   Please submit a letter of application, current curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation to: http://apply.interfolio.com/30403. The University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that encourages applications from women and members of under-represented ethnic groups. 

Villanova University (PA) - Christian Ethics (Open Rank)

The Department of Theology and Religious Studies at Villanova University invites applications for a position in Christian Ethics to begin in fall 2016. The successful candidate is conversant with Catholic moral theology and contemporary cultural issues. Particular consideration will be given to individuals with demonstrated interest in global poverty, the global common good, praxis oriented ethics, liberation ethics, contextual ethics, or comparative ethics. 

We welcome applications from colleagues who work in an interdisciplinary way so as to advance the Department's academic focus on the Augustinian tradition of faith engaging culture. We especially encourage applications from ethnic minorities and members of other underrepresented groups.

Villanova University is a Catholic institution of higher learning sponsored by the Augustinian Order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University's mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values. 

This is an open rank search. Individuals currently holding a Full or an Associate Professor appointment are especially encouraged to apply. Submit all requested materials electronically by the deadline. A complete application includes: a letter of interest, a current resume, three letters of reference, unofficial academic transcripts, and a statement of contribution to the mission of the University. Letters of reference must be submitted directly and confidentially by the reviewers. Once the electronic application is submitted, reviewers will receive emails with instructions on how to proceed. The finalist must provide official transcripts at the time of appointment.

  • To receive consideration, complete applications, including letters of recommendation, must be submitted by October 1, 2015.
  • Posted 5/22/2015 (higheredjobs.com) 

Villanova University (PA) - Theology (Open Rank)

The Department of Theology and Religious Studies at Villanova University invites applications for a faculty position to begin in fall 2016. The successful candidate has expertise in Augustine's theology and its recent reception history within the Catholic tradition. She or he is competent in bringing this particular expertise into dialogue with contemporary culture and contemporary theological reflection within our departmental foci, including Christian ethics, Christian spirituality, or Catholic systematic theology. 

We welcome applications from colleagues who work in an interdisciplinary way so as to advance the Department's academic focus on the Augustinian tradition of faith engaging culture. We especially encourage applications from ethnic minorities and members of other underrepresented groups. 

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University's mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values. 

This is an open rank search. Individuals currently holding a Full or an Associate Professor appointment are especially encouraged to apply. Submit all requested materials electronically. A complete application includes: a letter of interest, a current resume, three letters of reference, unofficial academic transcripts, and a statement of contribution to the mission of the University. Letters of reference must be submitted directly and confidentially by the reviewers. Once the electronic application is submitted, reviewers will receive emails with instructions on how to proceed. The finalist must provide official transcripts at the time of appointment.

  • To receive consideration, complete applications, including letters of recommendation, must be submitted by October 1, 2015.
  • Posted 5/22/2015 (higheredjobs.com) 

Washington University in St. Louis (MO) - Senior Professor of U.S. Religion and Politics

WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY IN ST. LOUIS, John C. Danforth Center on Religion and Politics, invites applications and nominations across the humanities and social sciences for a senior (tenured) faculty position, to begin as early as July 1, 2016. Candidates should have a strong record of scholarly publication on religion and politics in the United States. The disciplinary field is open, but the Center is particularly interested in identifying candidates trained in sociology, anthropology, political science, or a related field. Duties for the position will include undergraduate and graduate teaching, conducting and publishing research, as well as participating in Center governance and wider university service.

  • To apply, send a letter of application, along with a curriculum vitae, to the following e-mail address: rap@wustl.edu. Letters of nomination may also be sent to the same address. The search committee will begin reviewing applications as early as September 30, 2015 and will continue doing so until the search is complete. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, protected veteran, or disability status.

Wesley Theological Seminary (DC) - Preaching

Wesley Theological Seminary, a seminary of the United Methodist Church in Washington, DC, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in Preaching, commencing July 1, 2016. The person filling this appointment will teach introductory and advanced level courses. A strong candidate will be able to teach 1) homiletics, 2) preaching and worship in the African-American tradition, and 3) one or more of the following subject areas: Black Church Studies, Congregational Ministry, Church Leadership, Youth and Young Adult Ministry, Emergent Church. It will be advantageous for the candidate to have experience in congregational preaching as well as an ability to lead seminary worship. Familiarly with distance learning is desirable. Each candidate should be committed to effective teaching, active scholarship, enthusiastic collegiality, and collaborative participation in the seminary community. Each candidate should be ecumenically conversant and familiar with United Methodist traditions. Required: M.Div., ordination, and a PhD or ThD. Rank is open, but we expect to appoint at the Assistant or Associate level. Wesley Theological Seminary is an EEO/AA employer and is committed to diversity.

  • Review of applications will begin October 1, 2015, and will continue until the position is filled. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, official graduate transcripts, and three letters of reference to Dean Robert Martin at preachingsearch@wesleyseminary.edu. The cover letter should indicate interest in and qualifications for the position as well as commitment to the mission of the school (http://www.wesleyseminary.edu).

Wesley Theological Seminary (DC) - Worship

Wesley Theological Seminary, a seminary of the United Methodist Church in Washington, DC, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in Worship, commencing July 1, 2016. Ordination in the United Methodist Church is required. The person filling this appointment will teach introductory and advanced level courses. A strong candidate will be able to teach 1) worship and liturgy, 2) preaching, 3) United Methodist worship, and 4) one or more of the following subject areas: Congregational Ministry, Church Leadership, Youth and Young Adult Ministry, Emergent Church. It will be advantageous for the candidate to have experience in leading congregational worship as well as a developed capacity to lead the seminary community in its worship practices. Each candidate should be committed to effective teaching, active scholarship, enthusiastic collegiality, and collaborative participation in the seminary community. Familiarity with forms of distance learning is desirable. Wesley Seminary is looking for candidates who are deeply rooted in the Christian heritage, draw significantly upon ecumenical resources, and explore new forms of liturgy to serve changing contexts. A PhD or ThD is required. Rank is open, but we expect to appoint at the Assistant or Associate level. Wesley Theological Seminary is an EEO/AA employer and is committed to diversity.

  • Review of applications will begin October 1, 2015, and will continue until the position is filled. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, official graduate transcripts, and three letters of reference to Dean Robert Martin at worshipsearch@wesleyseminary.edu. The cover letter should indicate interest in and qualifications for the position as well as commitment to the mission of the school (http://www.wesleyseminary.edu).

Yale University (CT) - Ancient Christianity

YALE UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF RELIGIOUS STUDIES intends to make a tenure-track appointment in the field of Ancient Christianity beginning July 1, 2016, at the rank of Assistant Professor. Applications are invited from scholars with research specialties in the history of Christianity in late antiquity, including its intersections with ancient Judaism and/or early Islam. Candidates with expertise in relevant methodological approaches (e.g. gender studies, archaeology, anthropology, etc.) and with strengths in relevant languages (esp. Greek and Syriac, but also Latin, Coptic, and Arabic) are highly encouraged to apply. An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, Yale University values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty, and strongly welcomes applications from women and underrepresented minorities. A letter of application describing your research, a CV, a chapter-length writing sample, a syllabus for an introductory lecture course on a topic of your choice, and three letters of reference should be submitted.

  • The review of applications will begin October 1, 2015 and continue until the position is filled.
  • Does anyone know where this job was originally posted? I haven't been able to find it elsewhere. And did the original ad (assuming that this isn't the original) mention how applications should be submitted -- via email, Interfolio, the university's website? -- or to whom they should be addressed? 
  • The link in the title goes to the interfolio page <http://apply.interfolio.com/30469>, which I believe is the preferred manner of submission.  I received it by email from a member of the department.  I have not yet seen it posted elsewhere either, but I assume that is just because it is brand new.

Yale University (CT) - Hinduism

Yale Divinity School and the Department of Religious Studies at Yale University intend to make a jointly-tenured appointment of an outstanding scholar of Hinduism, effective July 1, 2016. We seek a scholar with substantive research and teaching interests in modern or contemporary Hinduism and its relation to other religious and cultural traditions. We welcome applications from scholars in Religious Studies, Anthropology, Gender Studies, History of Art, Music, Performance Studies, Political Science, and other relevant disciplines. Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Yale values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly encourages applications from women, protected veterans, persons with disabilities, and underrepresented minorities. A letter of application describing your research, a C.V., a chapter-length writing sample prepared for blind review, two sample syllabi (one undergraduate and one graduate), and a list of three references should be submitted on-line at http://apply.interfolio.com/30170.

  • The review of applications will begin September 15, 2015.

2015-2016 RELIGIOUS STUDIES JOBS - Visiting Positions / Limited-Term Appointments / Postdocs

Princeton University (NJ) - Visiting Lecturer - American Religion

Princeton University seeks distinguished candidates for a Visiting Lecturer in American Studies with a special focus on Religion. The candidate is expected to team-teach with current faculty the gateway course to the program. Preference will be given to candidates who have had extensive experience teaching in American Studies and in interdisciplinary courses. We are especially interested in scholars whose work focuses on: the intersections of religion and sexual politics, including topics such as feminism, reproductive rights, and sexualization; religion and popular culture; religion and racial politics. The successful candidate will be appointed in the Program in American Studies for Spring 2016.

Applicants should apply online at http://jobs.princeton.edu and should submit a letter of interest along with a vita, three names of reference, a sample American Studies syllabus, and a writing sample. At the Jobs at Princeton site, you may search for Req. #1500381, or simply click here.

  • The deadline for applications is July 2, 2015.

Purdue University (IN) - Program Manager (Mapping Chinese Spiritual Capital Project)

The Center on Religion and Chinese Society (CRCS) is seeking a Program Manager for the Mapping Chinese Spiritual Capital Project, a three-year initiative to expand the social scientific study of religion in China. We will pursue three interrelated goals: mapping the religious landscape and the changing religious markets in China; assessing spiritual capital in the emerging civil society; and nourishing the growing field through publishing first-rate research in a new journal, the Review of Religion and Chinese Society.

The Program Manager will coordinate international conferences that will bring together committee members, advisors, and invited scholars in the United States, Europe, and China. In addition, the successful applicant will supervise research assistants, postdoctoral researchers, and visiting scholars, including arranging lecture series or planning symposia at Purdue. The Program Manager will also develop and maintain bilingual publicity and fundraising materials of the Center, and she or he will help submit periodic reports related to the Mapping Chinese Spiritual Capital Project.

For more information on this position, see: http://www.purdue.edu/careers (optional more direct link: http://purdue.taleo.net/careersection/wl/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job= ) and reference Job Number 1501137.

  • Applications received by July 6, 2015 will be given full consideration. Please visit our web site at http://www.purdue.edu/crcs/ for additional information about the CRCS.

St. James of Jerusalem School of Theology (FL) - Faculty Positions in Spiritual, Pastoral, Liturgy & Sacramental, Systematic, and Moral Theology, and in Old Testament

The St. James of Jerusalem School of Theology is a newly formed theological school in the Roman Catholic tradition. Our exclusive focus is on adult faith formation and religious education with the deliberate emphasis on the spiritual, moral, and academic formation of the adult learner. As we are building a faculty, we invite applications for positions in the following areas: Spiritual Theology; Old Testament; Pastoral Theology; Liturgy and Sacramental Theology; Systematic Theology (with emphasis in Trinitarian theology); and Moral Theology. Successful candidates will hold an earned doctorate and will be committed to teaching excellence. The St. James of Jerusalem School of Theology is equal opportunity employer that encourages applications from women and members of under-represented ethnic groups.

  • Review of applications will begin May 15, 2015, and will continue until the positions are filled. Please submit a letter of application (include in this letter three example courses in your area of expertise that you would like to teach) and CV to Andrea Lorenzo Molinari, Ph.D. by email only to andrealmolinari@aol.com. Visit us: www.stjamesschooloftheology.com.
  • NOTE: I have posted this listing here since it does not specifically identify these positions as TT.

St. James of Jerusalem School of Theology (FL) - Faculty Position in World Religion

The St. James of Jerusalem School of Theology is a newly formed theological school in the Roman Catholic tradition. Our exclusive focus is on adult faith formation and religious education with the deliberate emphasis on the spiritual, moral, and academic formation of the adult learner. As we are building a faculty, we invite applications for positions in world religions with particular interest in scholars who practice the religion they teach. Scholars who specialize in Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Native American religions are preferred but all will be considered. Successful candidates will hold an earned doctorate and will be committed to teaching excellence. The St. James of Jerusalem School of Theology is equal opportunity employer that encourages applications from women and members of under-represented ethnic groups.

  • Review of applications will begin May 15, 2015, and will continue until the positions are filled. Please submit a letter of application and CV to Andrea Lorenzo Molinari, Ph.D. by email only to andrealmolinari@aol.com. Visit us: www.stjamesschooloftheology.com.
  • NOTE: I have posted this listing here since it does not specifically identify this position as TT.

University of Hong Kong (HK) - Non-TT Professor in the Centre of Buddhist Studies (2 yr. fixed term - renewable)

Applications are invited for appointment as Non-Tenure Track Professor in the Centre of Buddhist Studies, to commence from September 1, 2016 or as soon as possible thereafter, on a two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal. The successful candidate will be considered for the conferment of Endowed Professorship, with the title of Glorious Sun Professor in Buddhist Studies.

Applicants must possess a Ph.D. degree in Buddhist studies with at least six years of teaching and supervision experience in a recognized tertiary institution. The appointee is expected to make a substantial contribution to the Centre's strategic development and in fostering academic collaborations locally, regionally and internationally. He/She should be able to demonstrate international peer recognition and world leadership in their area of expertise and have an established record of research and publications. The appointee will be required to lead the development of interdisciplinary and collaborative research initiatives. He/She should be able to direct research and teaching activities and have experience in supervising research students. The area of specialization is Indian Mahāyāna Buddhism. Applicants should have an excellent knowledge of Sanskrit for teaching and research purposes. It is an advantage, but not necessary, if they can read Classic Chinese Buddhist texts.

The Centre promotes innovative thinking and new horizons for Buddhist studies and research. Information about the Centre can be obtained at http://www.buddhism.hku.hk/.

  • Applicants should send a completed application form, together with an up-to-date C.V., contact details of at least three referees and other supporting materials to cbshr@hku.hk. Application forms (341/1111) can be downloaded at http://www.hku.hk/apptunit/form-ext.doc and further particulars can be obtained at http://jobs.hku.hk/. Closes July 31, 2015. The University thanks applicants for their interest, but advises that only candidates shortlisted for interviews will be notified of the application result.


See Also: Humanities and Social Sciences Postdocs 2015-16

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