Utah State University

Assistant Professor, Religious Studies

Logan, UTPresencialTiempo completo

Assistant Professor In Religious Studies

The Department of History at Utah State University (USU) invites applications for a tenure-track, nine-month position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Religious Studies. We are looking for a generalist with strength in teaching Judaism, Christianity, and the Bible. The successful applicant will teach at all levels of the Religious Studies program as well as in the university's general education program. The department seeks a highly motivated teacher, mentor, and researcher to join an energetic group of scholars at our Logan campus. Teaching is the primary focus of this position, and the faculty member will be responsible for teaching six courses per year, including courses taught in different delivery modalities (face-to-face, online, and broadcast). The anticipated start date is August 2027.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

Demonstrate excellence in teaching and effectiveness in research;
Teach a range of courses in Religious Studies, with special responsibility for courses in Judaism, Christianity, and the Bible, as well as the Religious Studies program's senior capstone;
Teach in the university's general education program located in the Center for Civic Excellence;
Provide impactful mentoring for undergraduate students;
Serve as needed on graduate thesis committees in the department's master's programs, particularly in History and Ancient Languages and Cultures;
Produce high quality, peer-reviewed scholarship;
Provide effective service in the program, department, college, and university.

Minimum Qualifications

A PhD in Religious Studies or related field by July 2027 (ABD candidates will be considered at the time of application if the degree is completed by July 2027)
Demonstrated competence to teach a range of courses in Judaism, Christianity, and the Bible, as well as the Religious Studies program's senior capstone course
Enthusiasm and demonstrated capacity to teach in the university's general education program
Evidence of teaching excellence
Evidence of scholarly productivity

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to work collaboratively with other units in the department, which includes programs in History, Public/Applied History, Classics, Philosophy, and Folklore.

Along with the online application, please attach:

Curriculum Vitae to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"

The names and e-mail addresses of three references to be typed at the beginning of the application. Your references will be asked to upload a letter of recommendation if your candidacy advances to the next level.

The following documents will need to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"

A cover letter that speaks to your experience as a teacher and researcher in the field of Religious Studies

Teaching statement addressing your approach to teaching. Please note in particular how your teaching approach is suited to supporting the success of a wide range of students at all levels.

A sample syllabus for a course on Judaism.

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits