Adjunct, Religious Studies

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About The Position

Saint Joseph’s University’s Department of Theology and Religious Studies has an ongoing need for highly qualified adjunct faculty to staff a variety of courses each semester in Religious Studies. Professionals with experience and a passion for teaching college undergraduates will be given preference. Individuals should be familiar with the University’s mission as Jesuit and Catholic and comfortable working within that milieu. At the same time, applicants should be aware that theology, as taught in this institution, does not assume any particular religious background and emphasizes critical thinking and careful analytical skills. Part-time adjunct faculty may instruct 1 or 2 courses each semester on an “as needed” basis. Courses available for adjunct staffing are offered during the day and also in the evening in 14 week format, occasionally online. Courses available for adjunct staffing may include: Islam Judaism Hinduism Buddhism Hebrew Bible Comparative Religion Indigenous religions For further information please visit the Department of Theology and Religious Studies website. As Philadelphia’s Jesuit Catholic University, Saint Joseph’s provides a rigorous, student-centered education rooted in the liberal arts. We prepare students for personal excellence, professional success, and engaged citizenship. Striving to be an inclusive and diverse community that educates and cares for the whole person, we encourage and model lifelong commitment to thinking critically, making ethical decisions, pursuing social justice, and finding God in all things.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Religious Studies or closely related majors.

Nice To Haves

• ABD or PhD in Religious Studies.
• Previous teaching experience.
• Willingness to be flexible in class scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Teaching of specified course(s)
• Preparation of all teaching materials
• Reporting mid-semester and final grades electronically
• Providing course specific support and guidance to student
• Cooperating with course coordinators or other program faculty to assure quality and consistency across the program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees