The Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies invites applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Religious Studies, beginning in September 2013. The specialization is Buddhism, with emphasis on Buddhist thought; subtradition is open.
The Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies invites applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Religious Studies, beginning in September 2013. The specialization is Buddhism, with emphasis on Buddhist thought; subtradition is open. Command of pertinent research languages is required. Applicants must have Ph.D. in hand at the time of application. Versatility and commitment to teaching as well as scholarship are essential. Experienced teachers are preferred. In addition to Buddhism, the successful candidate will teach a variety of undergraduate courses in Religious Studies including Survey of the World's Religions and Contemporary Moral Issues. Teaching load is four courses for each of two semesters. Committee work and some administrative duties are expected.
Please send letter of application, CV, three letters of recommendation, a statement of research interests, and a statement of teaching philosophy electronically to the attention of Dr. Sophie Berman, Chair, Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies to hr@sfc.edu [3].
Applications must be received by April 2, 2013.
Please note that while we will be commencing with recruitment efforts for the above position, the position remains contingent on funding.
St. Francis College was recognized as the sixth most diverse Baccalaureate College in the North in 2012, as reported by U.S. News & World Report. Its commitment to providing a quality education to working class people who otherwise may not be able to attend college is alive today as it was when the College was founded 125 years ago. St. Francis welcomes applications from faculty who share this mission and embrace the diversity of our student body.