University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, Religious Studies

Assistant Professor in Religion, Media, and Technology (UNC-CH)

The Mary Noel and William M. Lamont Fellow in Religion and Media.

The Department of Religious Studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Professor in Religion, Media, and Technology.

The area of specialization is open and could include contemporary or historical contexts, but we seek someone conversant with a range of contemporary cultural theory. Candidates should complement the existing expertise of our current faculty. We seek candidates with a demonstrated commitment to engendering a climate that values diversity in all its forms.

Candidates should show broad training in their field of expertise, the relevant linguistic competencies, a commitment to interdisciplinary work, and engagement with significant theoretical issues in the study of religion. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses (2/semeter) and to contribute to the Religion and Culture concentration in the Department. The successful candidate is expected to have a Ph.D. in hand by the time the appointment begins on July 1, 2022.

To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by November 5, 2021. To apply, submit the following materials online at https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/199970 :  a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a research statement, a teaching statement, a statement of contribution to diversity and inclusion, and a writing sample. In addition, applicants should arrange to have four letters of recommendation uploaded to their UNC application via the Reference Request feature. Interfolio is also acceptable. All letters of recommendation must be signed and written on institutional letterhead.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes all to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.