Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor in Religious Studies

Posting Number PG193292EP

Internal Recruitment No

Working Title Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor in Religious Studies

Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with experience and credentials

Work Schedule Varies Based on Teaching Schedule

Job Location Raleigh, NC

Department Philosophy & Religious Studies

About the Department 

The NC State Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies is committed to offering a high quality undergraduate Philosophy curriculum, including a major and minor in Philosophy, that gives students an opportunity to confront through historical and contemporary resources a wide range of central philosophical issues, such as the relationship between the mind and brain, the ethical implications of scientific advances, the justification of moral, political, and legal institutions, the relationship between human knowledge and reality, and the nature of the logic that structures human language and thought; offering a high-quality undergraduate Religious Studies curriculum, including a major and a minor in Religious Studies, that provides students an extended opportunity to examine the multiple interpretations of the category “religion” – including religion as a social construction, as an element of psychological development, as a branch of metaphysics, and as a constellation of ritual practices – and the ways in which religious traditions have played a central role in human culture and history; developing the analytical abilities and expressive powers of our students; providing and expanding educational and research opportunities at the graduate level; and conducting research, teaching and scholarship that further knowledge and understanding in the disciplines of Philosophy and Religious Studies.

Essential Job Duties 

The Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies at NC State University welcomes applications for the position of Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor in Religious Studies during AY 2024/25. These are short-term contract positions involving one or more courses for one or two semesters.

Courses in which the Department may have teaching needs include Religious Traditions of the World, Asian Religions, Introduction to the Old Testament, Introduction to the New Testament, the Hindu Tradition, the Buddhist Traditions, Islam, and other REL courses listed in the NC State course catalog (http://catalog.ncsu.edu/coursedescriptions/rel/).

Depending on the Department’s needs, selected candidates would be offered contracts to teach one or more course-sections for either a single semester or the full academic year.

Other ResponsibilitiesPerform other duties as assigned by the department head.

Minimum Education and ExperienceLecturer: Master’s Degree in Religious Studies or related field, an equivalent degree or equivalent professional experience is required. If teaching graduate level courses, a Doctor’s Degree, an equivalent degree, or equivalent professional experience is required.

Assistant Teaching Professor: Doctor’s Degree in Religious Studies or related field, an equivalent degree, or equivalent professional experience is required.

Rank is dependent upon qualifications.

• Other Required Qualifications
• Strong commitment to excellence in teaching is expected.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Preferred QualificationsPh.D. strongly preferred

Required License(s) or Certification(s)n/a

Valid NC Driver’s License required No

Commercial Driver’s License required No

Job Open Date 03/18/2024

Anticipated Close Date Open until filled.

Special Instructions to Applicants 

Please attach an application letter, your Curriculum Vitae, and evidence of teaching effectiveness (using the “Teaching Statement” option) to your online application and arrange to have three letters of reference sent by email attachment to Kendall Hubbard at khubbar4@ncsu.edu. Review of applications will begin on April 1, 2024, and will continue until available positions are filled.

Position Number 00104561

Position Type Non-Tenure-Track Faculty

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 0.225 – 1.0, depending on department needs

Appointment 9 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation – Adverse Weather Non Mandatory – Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation – Emergency Events Non Mandatory – Emergency Event

Department ID 160501 – Philosophy & Religious Studies

AA/EEO 

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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