Assistant Professor, Buddhist Studies & Religion

Jobtailor; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University invites applications for The Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation Professor in Buddhist Studies.

The candidate will teach five courses annually, advise senior theses, and develop at least two new courses during the pre-tenure cycle. Core duties include teaching Buddhist Studies and Religious Studies, guiding research, and contributing to sustainability and global exchange initiatives. The role requires a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in religious studies or related field by start of appointment.
• Demonstrated competence in Religious Studies.
• Ability to teach Buddhist Studies and core Religious Studies courses.
• Proficiency in languages relevant to Buddhism (Sanskrit, Pali, classical Chinese) preferred.
• Potential for exceptional teaching and research.
• Ability to create inclusive learning environments.
• Application materials: cover letter, CV, teaching statement, research statement, transcript, and three confidential recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Teach five courses per year.
• Advise senior theses.
• Teach courses in candidate's area of expertise and rotating core courses.
• Develop at least two new courses during the pre-tenure cycle.
• Incorporate sustainability, development, and global exchange themes into teaching.
• Contribute to campus and department needs in sustainability and development, interreligious encounters, negotiations, and dialogue.
• Conduct teaching and research in Buddhist Studies and Religious Studies.

Skills

Buddhist Studies

Religious Studies

Course Development

Research Methodology

Sanskrit

Pali

Classical Chinese

Vernacular Asian Language

Education

Ph.D. in religious studies

Job description

The University invites applications for The Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation Professor in Buddhist Studies.

The candidate will teach five courses annually, advise senior theses, and develop at least two new courses during the pre-tenure cycle. Core duties include teaching Buddhist Studies and Religious Studies, guiding research, and contributing to sustainability and global exchange initiatives. The role requires a Ph.D.