Old Dominion University, Dept. of Philosophy and Religious Studies

Assistant Professor of Religious Studies - Jewish Traditions

Assistant Professor of Religious Studies, Concentrating in Jewish Traditions. Candidate will be responsible for teaching introductory World Religions, as well as upper- and graduate-level Religious Studies courses. Compelling evidence of scholarly activity and teaching effectiveness required. Successful candidate will be expected to continue an active research agenda and work as a public intellectual within the local community. The candidate will also work closely with ODU’s Institute for Jewish Studies and Interfaith Understanding and help develop a graduate certificate in Interfaith Studies for ODU’s Humanities Institute. Completed PhD in Philosophy or PhD or ThD in Religious Studies or Theology required by the time of appointment and preferred by time of application. Preference will be given to candidates whose research demonstrates engagement contemporary Jewish Thought or religion in the public sphere. Preference will also be given to candidates whose teaching interests complement existing strengths within the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies.

To apply, submit a cover letter, CV, writing sample (10,000 words max.), evidence of teaching effectiveness, unofficial transcripts, and three letters of reference to https://jobs.odu.edu/  To ensure full consideration, application must be submitted by 1/3/2014. Review of applications will continue until position is filled.  Phone interviews will be conducted in early 2014.

Old Dominion University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and requires compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.