University of Oklahoma - Norman, University of Oklahoma Religious Studies Program
Assistant Professor, Hinduism/South Asian Studies
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Oklahoma, United States |
Position: | Assistant Professor |
The University of Oklahoma announces a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Religious Studies with broad general training in religious studies along with a 2/2 teaching load beginning August 16, 2014. The successful candidate will have broad training in religious studies, the ability to teach Hinduism and South Asian religions, and show promise of both scholarly and pedagogical excellence. The candidate will teach a blend of introductory and advanced courses. Ability to teach world religions, theory and methods is desirable. A completed doctorate or strong evidence of timely completion by the date of appointment is required. The position will be housed in a rapidly expanding interdisciplinary Religious Studies program, which emphasizes a balance between diverse religious traditions and different approaches to the study of religion. Screening will begin after November 1, 2013, but applications will be considered until the position is filled. Salary is competitive. Applications should be sent by mail to the University of Oklahoma Religious Studies Program, 731 Elm Avenue, Robertson Hall Room 140, Norman, Oklahoma 73019-2130, or may be sent electronically to rels@ou.edu. Applications should include a cover letter, cv, graduate school transcript(s), statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of recommendation. Any questions related to aspects of this announcement should be sent to rels@ou.edu and queries will be forwarded to the appropriate responder. Please do not contact the department faculty or staff. The University of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Contact: |
rels@ou.edu only |
Website: | rels.ou.edu |
Primary Category: | Religious Studies and Theology |
Secondary Categories: | None |
Posting Date: | 10/16/2013 |
Closing Date | 11/27/2013 |