Visiting Assistant Professor of Religion

Centre College invites applications for a two-year position as Visiting Assistant Professor of Religion beginning in August 2026. Candidates must be ABD or have a Ph.D. in Religious Studies or a related field by the time of appointment. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who are committed to undergraduate education will contribute to the depth of our faculty support our flourishing student body and utilize a variety of pedagogical practices. As noted in the Statement on Community The College strives to create an environment where differences are celebrated rather than discouraged where individuals have the opportunity to exchange ideas and share in the richness of mutual experiences.

The successful candidate will teach 18 credits (6 courses) per academic year offering classes in the Religion Program as well as our general education curriculum (including first-year seminars). The area of specialization is open; however some preference may be given to those scholars who can teach Introduction to Islam. We seek scholars who can offer courses in a broad range of fields and regions complementing our current curriculum. Some possible areas of expertise include: African and/or African Diaspora Religions; Indigenous traditions; Islam in America or East Asia; Psychology of Religion; Ethics and/or Philosophy of Religion; Religion and Science Religion Healing and Medicine; and Religion and the Environment. We also welcome candidates who are interested in teaching study away courses (domestic or abroad) during our intensive January term.

The successful candidate will join a community of teacher-scholars dedicated to excellent teaching and student mentorship balanced representation shared governance interdisciplinary collaboration global study scholarly achievement and service to the college and broader society. We offer a supportive community for faculty from all backgrounds mentoring for early-career faculty and ongoing professional development.

Centre College a highly selective liberal arts college of about 1400 students has one of the nations premier study abroad programs and is ranked among the top National Liberal Arts Colleges by U.S. News & World Report. Classes are small and academic standards are high. Centre graduates enjoy extraordinary success with entrance to top graduate and professional schools prestigious fellowships for further study and rewarding jobs. Centre College is located in Danville Kentucky a town of 18000 recognized for its high quality of life friendly people beautiful landscapes and easy access to Lexington KY; Louisville KY; and Cincinnati OH. For more information about Centre College visit .

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Candidates must be ABD or have a Ph.D. in Religious Studies or a related field by the time of appointment.