Lecturer of Religious Studies
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Description
The Department of Humanities at Newberry College invites applications for a fulltime appointment as a Lecturer in Religion for the academic year. We seek candidates who will have a strong commitment to undergraduate education and be ready to teach 4 sections of REL 110 (The Biblical Heritage a one semester survey of the Bible) per semester.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a history of working with diverse populations and engaging students through personalized pedagogies to be active participants in their learning. The ideal candidate will also have alternative strategies to help students grasp material and build confidence in their abilities.
Qualifications
The successful candidate must demonstrate a strong aptitude for teaching. A doctorate in religion from an accredited college or university with fields in religion is required although exceptional candidates with those fields who are A.B.D. will be considered. The ideal candidate will also have graduate coursework and experience teaching in Religion.
APPLICATION
Application packets should include:
C.V.
Letter of interest
Unofficial transcripts
Statement of teaching philosophy
Statement of diversity philosophy addressing your experience in working with a diverse student population
Contact information for three professional references.
Submit application packet electronically as a single file (PDF preferred) to with the subject line Faculty Department of Humanities Religion by March 20 2025 for full consideration. Review of applications will begin on March 21 2025 and applications will be considered until the position is filled. Finalists for the position will be asked to submit official transcripts of graduate coursework.
Newberry College does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age color disability gender pregnancy national origin race religion sexual orientation veteran status or genetic information. Newberry College is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from people from diverse identities and backgrounds.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
