Assistant Professor of Religious Studies, tenure-track
Job no: 493014
Work type: Faculty
Location: Gambier, OH
Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor in Religious Studies with a specialization in Religion in the Americas. We seek a broadly trained scholar of religion who can teach a range of historical and geographic contexts related to religion and society in the Americas. Expertise in some combination of the following areas is expected: African American Religions, African Diaspora religious traditions, Native American religions, or religious traditions/movements emerging in the Americas. Methodological approaches that employ sociological or anthropological analyses are also desirable. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to excellent teaching, including the use of inclusive pedagogies, along with strong mentoring and academic support of diverse student populations.
The term of appointment will begin July 1, 2024. The teaching load is five courses over two semesters (2/3 or 3/2). This includes one section of our department’s introduction to religion course (RLST 101 Encountering Religion in a Global Context), one section of an introductory course on religion in America (RLST 130 Religion and Society in America), and three other introductory survey or advanced seminar courses according to the candidate’s expertise. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. degree by the time of appointment.
To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at http://careers.kenyon.edu. A complete application will include: 1) A 2-page cover letter detailing teaching experience and teaching philosophy, as well as a description of scholarly work and research trajectory; 2) A curriculum vitae; 3) an unofficial transcript and 4) contact information for three recommenders. Letters of reference will be requested from the top 25 candidates, and a sample syllabus will be requested from the top 10 candidates. Review of applications will begin September 15th and will continue until the position is filled. We expect to conduct preliminary virtual interviews in October and conduct campus interviews in November. Please contact Dr. Krista Dalton, chair of the search committee, with any questions at dalton1@kenyon.edu.
Kenyon College is a nationally prominent, private liberal arts college where academic excellence goes hand in hand with a strong sense of community and close relationships among students and professors.
Compensation and Benefits
Salaries at Kenyon are competitive and are commensurate with experience. There are a number of faculty development opportunities (e.g. travel, research funds, etc.) for which appointees are eligible.
In addition to an attractive salary, Kenyon offers benefits for employees and their family members. Children of employees are eligible for 100% tuition waivers at Kenyon, and through the Great Lakes Colleges Association, children of employees are eligible for 85% tuition waivers at fifteen other of the nation’s finest liberal arts colleges.
We also offer health and dental insurance, TIAA retirement, and many other benefits, including provisions for a spouse, families, and domestic partners. Details about benefits as well as conditions of employment are described more fully in our Faculty Handbook.
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Kenyon College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and applications from members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged. It is the College’s policy to evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical and/or mental disability, age, religion, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by institutional policy or state, local, or federal law. Kenyon College has a strong commitment to supporting diversity, equity and inclusion. Please visit our Diversity at Kenyon website.
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