Religious Studies 2012-2013

Page for Academic Position in Religious Studies that begin in 2013.

Please list advertised positions, with updates as they occur, including acknowledgments of receipt, phone interviews, campus interviews, and offers. Listing the names of those hired is a violation of privacy.

See Also: Biblical Studies 2012-2013 and Jewish Studies 2012-2013  (and Last Year's PAGE: Religious Studies 2011-2012)

Related Sites: Religious Studies on Academic Room

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Demographics
ABD (early): 1

ABD (will finish this academic year): 7

Ph.D. in hand (one-year, VAP, Lecturer, Post-doc): 11

Assistant Professor: 2

Associate Professor:

Full Professor:

Search Committee:

Lurker: 1

Faculty "Job Coach":

TOTAL: 22 <- update the total!

Fields of Study: (feel free to add your field if it isn't represented below)
American Religion(s): 4

Ancient Near East: 1

Anthropology of Religion:

Asian Religions-Buddhism: 3

Asian Religions-Chinese/Japanese:

Asian Religions-Hinduism:

Christianity-Early: 4

Christianity-Medieval:

Christianity-Early Modern/Modern: 1

Christianity-Modern/Ethics: 1

Christianity-Global:

Islam:

Islamic ethics:

Judaism:

Philosophy of Religion: 1

Sociology of Religion:

South Asian Religions: 2

Theology: 5

TOTAL: 20

Baylor University - George W. Truett Theological Seminary - Practical Theology

 * Assistant to Full Professor of Practical Theology
 * The position requires teaching seminary level courses in Practical Theology. The area of specialization is open (e.g., congregational studies, family ministry, homiletics, pastoral care, and youth ministry). Requirements for the position may also include teaching Doctor of Ministry seminars and supervising Doctor of Ministry students. The successful candidate will begin teaching responsibilities in August of 2013.
 * Candidates must hold the Ph.D. degree. They must possess ministry experience and be committed to the Baptist tradition with evidence of active involvement in the life of a congregation. They should also have a calling to educate students for ministry in practical theology and demonstrate academic credentials and a commitment to collegiality. Teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level and a record of academic publications will be highly valued.
 * Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2012 and will be reviewed until the position is filled.

Catholic Theological Union, Chicago - Catholic Theological Ethics- Rank Open

 * Catholic Theological Union, Chicago, invites applications for a full time faculty position in Catholic Theological Ethics, preferably with a specialization in medical and sexual ethics, and /or related ethics areas.
 * Review of applications will begin September 1, 2012.

=== Colgate University - Director of the Study of the Great Religions of the World and Director of Chapel House ===
 * The successful candidate will hold a position in an academic department (e.g. Religion, Philosophy, Asian Studies, East Asian Languages and Literatures) with a half-time teaching load. Candidates should have scholarly expertise in The Study, Pedagogy, and Practices of Contemplative Traditions, and Inter-religious Dialogue. Ph.D., Th.D., or the equivalent and teaching expertise in religious studies is required but rank and academic specialization are open.
 * Preliminary interviews will take place at the American Academy of Religion meetings in Chicago, November 17-20, 2012 and by Skype. Review of candidates will begin on October 31, 2012, and continue until the position is filled. Letter of interest, vita and supporting materials should be submitted through Academic Jobs Online: academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/1556.

General Theological Seminary - Early and Medieval Church

 * Professor of the History of the Early and Medieval Church. The position is open to all ranks and is a tenure track position. The appointee will take up his or her duties on July 1, 2013. Applicants must demonstrate significant scholarly achievement in either the history of the Church in late Antiquity or the Medieval period.
 * Please send letter of application, complete curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation by September 15, 2012 to: Dr. Patrick Malloy at [mailto:dean@gts.edu dean@gts.edu]. Visit us on the web at www.gts.edu

=== Hartford Seminary - Professor of Islamic Law and Ethics / Director of the Duncan Black Macdonald Center for the Study of Islam and Christian-Muslim Relations===
 * The appointment begins in fall 2013.
 * Rank is at the Associate level or above; Ph.D. or Th.D. is required.
 * Review of applications will begin on 15 September 2012 and will continue until the position is filled.

Indiana University Bloomington - Modern or Contemporary Islam

 * Tenure-track position in the Department of Religious Studies at the rank of assistant professor in Modern (1800-present) or Contemporary Islam.
 * Possible areas of specialization include Islam in South Asia, Southeast Asia, Europe, or the Americas. Applicants should also demonstrate engagement with wider issues in the study of religion.
 * Deadline for applications: Monday, October 1, 2012.
 * Applicants should anticipate the possibility of a preliminary interview at the American Academy of Religion meeting in Chicago.

Indiana University Bloomington - Early Christianity

 * Tenure-track position at the assistant or associate professor rank in Early Christianity.
 * Teaching obligations will extend from introductory courses in New Testament to upper-level undergraduate courses, and graduate training at the master's and doctoral levels.
 * Deadline for applications: Monday, October 1, 2012.
 * Applicants should anticipate the possibility of a preliminary interview at the American Academy of Religion meeting in Chicago.
 * Also posted at Biblical Studies 2012-2013

Interdenominational Theological Center - Philosophy/Theology (Open Rank)

 * Open rank position in philosophy and theology. Anticipated to begin in January 2013.
 * Ad at CHE (also posted at Religious Studies 2011-2012)
 * Received email acknowledging application, stating that review would begin in July and some level of decision made by October (7/5)

Lafayette College - Asst. Professor - Islamic Religion and Cultures

 * Lafayette College announces a tenure-track position, beginning fall 2013, for a scholar with expertise in Islamic religion and cultures. In addition to teaching courses in his/her area of specialization, the successful candidate will teach world religions and other Religious Studies courses, and make a contribution to the College's interdisciplinary programs.
 * Applicants should upload a letter of application, C.V., short writing sample, and teaching portfolio, and arrange for academic transcripts and three confidential letters of reference to be uploaded to religion.lafayette.edu/job-opportunities by Oct. 8, 2012.

Marquette University - Professor of Greek and Byzantine Theology (Open Rank)

 * The Department of Theology invites applications at open rank (assistant professor, associate professor, or full professor) for a tenured/tenure track position in Greek patristic and Byzantine theology beginning Fall 2013. Additional expertise in one or more of the following is highly desired: Syriac or Arabic Christianity, Orthodox theology, or Eastern Christian monasticism.
 * Must be able and willing to teach the undergraduate introductory theology course in addition to other graduate and undergraduate teaching and have demonstrated potential for excellent teaching. Teaching load: 3/2 for assistant and associate professors; 2/2 for full professors. Must be research-productive, service-responsive, and supportive of the Jesuit and Catholic identity of Marquette University.
 * Open until filled. All applications for this position must be initiated through Marquette University's electronic recruiting system at: careers.marquette.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=53958.

Miami University of Ohio - Islam / Comparative Religion

 * Tenure track assistant professor in the culture and history of Islam, to teach courses in Comparative Religion.
 * The successful candidate must be sufficiently trained in classical Arabic to teach courses in Islamic sacred texts, and be familiar with the theories and methods of Comparative Religion. Teaching responsibilities will include courses that introduce students to the study of religion, in addition to courses specifically on Islam.  The specific area of research is open to any aspect or geographical area of Islam.
 * Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendations to Stephen Nimis, Department of Comparative Religion, Miami University, Oxford, OH  45056.  Electronic submissions are welcome to nimissa@muohio.edu.  Screening of applications begins November 1, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled.

Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary - Ethics

 * Open Rank, Tenure Track
 * Candidates should have demonstrated academic strength in one or more of the following: social ethics, gender/sexuality ethics, race and ethnic ethics, business/professional ethics or interreligious ethics.
 * Position begins Fall 2013
 * Application Deadline Oct. 15th
 * Ad Posted at AAR

Saint Louis University - Systematic/Constructive Theology

 * Saint Louis University, a Jesuit Catholic institution dedicated to education, research, healthcare and service, seeks applicants for a position at the rank of Assistant or Associate professor in Systematic/Constructive Theology. Successful candidates will be well-versed in the Roman Catholic tradition and be research active in one or more areas of the discipline. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply.
 * Deadline for receipt of applications is September 5, 2012. All applications must be made online at jobs.slu.edu and must include: a letter of application, curriculum vitae, one sample of scholarly work, and a sample course syllabus. Please have three letters of reference sent by mail to Dr. Jay Hammond, Chairperson, Department of Theological Studies, Saint Louis University, 3800 Lindell Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63108-3414. Email recommendations sent to [mailto:theology@slu.edu theology@slu.edu].

=== Saint Louis University - Comparative Theology/Religious Studies (East Asian/Buddhist) ===
 * Saint Louis University, a Jesuit Catholic institution dedicated to education, research, healthcare and service, announces a tenure-track, assistant professor position for a specialist in Comparative Theology/Religious Studies primary language competence in East Asian/Buddhist religious texts. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
 * The Department of Theological Studies seeks applicants who can enter into conversation with colleagues in Theological Studies. Candidates whose background allows them to address questions of inter-religious relations e.g., Buddhist-Christian/Daoist/Confucian/Shinto, will receive special consideration.
 * Deadline for receipt of applications will be Wednesday, September 5, 2012. All applications must be made online at jobs.slu.edu and must include: a letter of application, curriculum vitae, one sample of scholarly work, and a sample course syllabus. Please have three letters of reference sent by mail to Dr. Jay Hammond, Chairperson, Department of Theological Studies, Saint Louis University, 3800 Lindell Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63108-3414. Email recommendations sent to [mailto:theology@slu.edu theology@slu.edu]. Top candidates will be interviewed by invitation only at AAR/SBL in Chicago.

Southern Methodist University - Christian Theology

 * Perkins School of Theology, Southern Methodist University, seeks a faculty member in Christian Theology #050174. This is a full-time, tenured or tenure-eligible position, with rank open.
 * Position begins with the fall term of 2013. Apply online at www.interfolio.com/apply/11541. To ensure full consideration the application must be submitted by October 31, 2012, but the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.
 * To view the full job description, visit our website at www.smu.edu/Perkins/FacultyAcademics/FacultyOpenings.

Southern Methodist University - History of Christianity

 * Perkins School of Theology, Southern Methodist University, seeks a faculty member in the History of Christianity #050255, with particular attention in early modern Christianity, preferably the Reformation Period. This is a full-time, tenured or tenure track appointment at the rank of assistant professor.
 * Position begins with the fall term of 2013. Apply online at www.interfolio.com/apply/11540 To ensure full consideration the application must be submitted by October 31, 2012, but the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.
 * To view the full job description, visit our website at www.smu.edu/Perkins/FacultyAcademics/FacultyOpenings.

University of Chicago Divinity School - Environmental Ethics

 * The University of Chicago Divinity School seeks to make an appointment for a new, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Environmental Ethics. A candidate for this position should be qualified to teach and direct research in Environmental Ethics (e.g., the value of and duties towards biotic, non-living realities, and ecosystems, environmental criticism, animal rights, food ethics, the ethics of consumption, etc.). The candidate must exhibit a broad knowledge of the field of religious ethics (comprising theological, political, philosophical, and comparative inquiry), a command of issues in moral theory central to environmental ethics, the ability to engage materials in the physical and/or biological sciences, and a coherent and creative agenda for research and publication. Religious tradition(s) and primary focus of scholarly expertise are open. The candidate should also have the ability and desire to work with the University’s Program on the Global Environment.
 * Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Review of candidates will commence on October 1, 2012. Application should be made online, at tinyurl.com/d5txyrm.

=== University of Chicago Divinity School - Professor of Theology (Open Rank) ===
 * Continuation of search run last year (see Religious Studies 2011-2012)
 * The University of Chicago Divinity School seeks to make an appointment in Theology. Rank and salary are open. Area of specialization is likewise open, but candidates should be able to contribute theologically to the disciplined conversations that constitute the academic study of religion. This means that candidates should be engaged in constructive, creative work that shapes the conversation in academic theology, that they should be critically conversant with the history of theology, and that their work should be situated within the wider intellectual conversation of the University.
 * The Divinity School is the graduate professional school for the study of religion at the University of Chicago, a private research University. Faculty in the School teach Ph.D. students in 10 different areas of study, and masters level students in M.A. and M.Div. programs, offering courses at the introductory, intermediate, and advanced levels.
 * Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Search has been extended into a second year; new review of candidates will commence on September 15, 2012.

University of Dublin, Trinity College - Assistant Professor of Religious Studies

 * Applications are invited for a five year appointment based in the Department of Religions and Theology, within the School of Religions, Theology and Ecumenics. Candidates should have a PhD in the following areas: classical authors in the study of religion, current debates on religion and modernity, individualisation of religious traditions, religious freedom as a human right, the origin of the world religions in the axial age, and/or the influence of monotheism on the cultural development of Europe and the West. The appointee will teach undergraduate courses from year 1-4 on methodology of and classical authors in the study of religion, on religion in secular society, and collaborate in postgraduate courses within the School. A demonstrable track record in, and current plan for, research activity is required at the intersection of religious studies, philosophy, sociology and theology. The person appointed will also be expected to contribute to administrative duties in the Department
 * Application Due Date: 12 Noon on Thursday 30th August 2012. Apply at jobs.tcd.ie.

University of Notre Dame - Assistant Professor of Liturgical Studies

 * The Department of Theology at the University of Notre Dame invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in Liturgical Studies at the rank of assistant professor.
 * While broad familiarity with the field of liturgical studies is a must, the successful candidate will have particular expertise in the field of sacramental theology and cognate fields, such as ritual studies.
 * Please submit letter of application, CV, and three letters of recommendation to Professor J. Matthew Ashley, Chair, Department of Theology, University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN 46556. Electronic submissions are welcome, at [mailto:theodept@nd.edu theodept@nd.edu].
 * Review of applications will begin on September 1, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled.

University of San Diego - Comparative/Interreligious Theology

 * Open rank, tenure-track position in comparative or interreligious theology. The ideal candidate will have a broad training in Christian theology as well as significant graduate-level training in at least one other religious tradition.
 * To apply, go to www.sandiego.edu/hr/faculty, Job number I RC8263 , click on apply now and register as an applicant.
 * Applications should be complete by October 29, 2012. Preliminary interviews will be conducted at the AAR/SBL Annual Meetings Employment Center in Chicago, November 17-18, on a pre-arranged basis.

University of San Diego - Historical Theology/Church History

 * Open rank, tenure-track position for a theologian with expertise in historical theology and/or church history whose fields of particular specialization fall within the period from early Christianity through the end of the medieval period.
 * To apply, go to www.sandiego.edu/hr/faculty, Job number IRC8262, and register as an applicant.
 * Applications should be complete by October 29, 2012. Preliminary interviews will be conducted at the AAR/SBL Annual Meetings Employment Center in Chicago, November 17-18, on a pre-arranged basis.

University of South Carolina - Assistant Professor in Hinduism and South Asian Religions

 * The Department of Religious Studies at the University of South Carolina (www.cas.sc.edu/relg) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of South Asian Religions with special expertise in Hindu traditions to begin August 2013.
 * The research specialization is open in terms of historical period and disciplinary approach. The department seeks a scholar whose work demonstrates an engagement with theory and methods pertinent to the wider field of Religious Studies. Potential for scholarly achievement and excellence in teaching is required.
 * The candidate will be prepared to teach wide-ranging courses that deal with Hindu traditions and, to a lesser extent, other South Asian religions such as Jainism and Sikhism. A readiness to teach about Islam in South Asia and Islam's relation to Hinduism is highly desirable. The candidate must possess research competence in at least one contemporary or classical South Asian language relevant to the study of Hindu traditions, and s/he must have the ability to communicate in a modern South Asian language. In addition, the candidate should be conversant with developments in Hinduism during the Colonial and Modern eras such as the social and political dimensions of Hinduism; interactions among South Asian religious traditions; changes tied to the influence of science, modernization, and globalization; and the Hindu diaspora.
 * To assure full consideration, applications must be received by October 15, 2013 [assume "2012" is meant here].

University of Washington, Seattle - Islamic Studies & Classical Arabic

 * Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilization at the University of Washington, Seattle, WA, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment in Islamic Studies at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in September 2013.
 * Teaching duties will include but are not limited to large introductory courses in Islamic Studies. The selected candidate should have native or near-native fluency in Arabic, be prepared to contribute courses to the overall curriculum in Classical and Modern Standard Arabic, and be able to conduct instruction in Arabic in advanced classes, along with proficiency in a second language of Islamic cultural tradition. Candidates are expected to contribute to the diverse graduate programs in Near and Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Washington. Those who possess some expertise in other disciplines (e.g., Comparative Religion, Anthropology, Women’s Studies, Comparative Literature, etc.) are also encouraged to apply.
 * Please send a curriculum vitae, statement of research and teaching interests, three letters of recommendation, and samples of writing and publications, to [mailto:nelcdept@uw.edu nelcdept@uw.edu]. Review of applications will begin October, 2012 and continue until the position is filled.
 * Also posted at Arabic 2012-2013

Wheaton College (IL) - Assoc. or Full Professor of Theology

 * Associate Professor or Professor of Theology. The position is a full-time, tenure-track, graduate-level appointment that becomes available in July 2013.
 * Specialization in the area of systematic theology is required.
 * Applications will be received until the position is filled, with the submission deadline for initial review being August 15, 2012. Send letter of interest and curriculum vitae to Ann Gerber, Theology Search Committee, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL 60187-5593, or via email to [mailto:theology.search@wheaton.edu theology.search@wheaton.edu]. Application forms will be sent to promising candidates.
 * Wheaton College is an evangelical Protestant Christian liberal arts college whose faculty and staff affirm a Statement of Faith and adhere to lifestyle expectations of the Wheaton College Community Covenant.

Wheaton College (IL) - Asst. Professor, Christian Formation and Ministry

 * The Christian Formation and Ministry Department at Wheaton College (IL) invites applications for a tenure-track, assistant professor position beginning in the fall of 2013.
 * Please send cover letter, full curriculum vitae, and list of three references to Dr. Barrett McRay, Chair, Christian Formation and Ministry Department, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL 60187 or email barrett.mcray@wheaton.edu. Application deadline is October 1, 2012.
 * Wheaton College is an evangelical Protestant Christian liberal arts college whose faculty and staff affirm a Statement of Faith and adhere to lifestyle expectations of the Wheaton College Community Covenant.