Job: Assistant Professor of Religion (Aurora University)

Postion: Assistant Professor of Religion.

Focus/Specialization: Open, but especially welcomes expertise in world religions, religion and culture, and gender and religion.

Institution: Aurora University.

Deadline: 1 November 2015.

Website: http://aurora.edu/hr/jobs/faculty-religion-asst-prof-tt.html#.VhblitZE-yM.

Official Posting (https://chroniclevitae.com/jobs/0000904370-01):

Candidate will be expected to teach a wide range of both introductory and upper-level courses in the Religion program, and will also be expected to regularly teach core courses in the General Education program.  Service will include, among other duties, committee work, program assessment, and curricular development, as well as student advising and mentoring.  Area of specialization is open, but we would especially welcome a candidate whose research and teaching interests both complement and extend our growing program offerings, particularly in the areas of world religions, religion and culture, and gender and religion.  Our department is firmly grounded in the liberal arts tradition, and emphasizes critical dialogue, the use of primary texts, and the value of interdisciplinary studies, all encompassed within our mission of cultivating an inclusive community and awakening in our students the transformative power of learning.  Ph.D. in Religion, Religious Studies, or related field at time of appointment required, as well as demonstrated excellence in teaching, evidence of scholarly potential, and a clear commitment to university service.

All faculty positions offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits including health, dental, vision, life, long term disability, and generous matching contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan through TIAA CREF, and tuition remission included.

Applications must include a letter of intent including description of education, certifications held, and all relevant experience, current curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references including phone numbers (candidates will be notified prior to references being contacted).

(Applications submitted by 1 November 2015 will receive full consideration)