Assistant Professor of Religion - Islam

Trinity University; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity University in San Antonio is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Religion starting August 2027. Candidates with expertise in Islam are preferred, especially those engaging with cross-cultural issues. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses and conducting research.

With a focus on academic freedom and an inclusive environment, Trinity values diverse teaching and scholarship to enhance the learning community.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a PhD in Religious Studies or a related field by August 2027.
• Preferred candidates will have prior teaching experience in higher education.
• Expertise in cross-cultural or transnational issues relating to Islam.

Responsibilities

• Teach lower and upper-division courses in the candidate’s area of interest.
• Engage in consistent and productive scholarly activities.
• Provide advising to majors and participate in service to the department.

Skills

Expertise in Islam

Scholarly activity

Teaching experience

Education

PhD in Religious Studies or related discipline

Job description

Job Details

• Job Family Group: Faculty
• Time Type: Full time
• Department/Office: Religion
• Exemption Status: Exempt

Job Description

Trinity University invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor in the Department of Religion beginning in August 2027. The department seeks candidates with expertise in Islam, particularly those whose research brings Islam into conversation with cross‑cultural or transnational issues in the academic study of religion. The candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate courses RELI 2371: Introducing Islam: From Mecca to Malala, and RELI 3446: The Qur’an, alongside upper‑division courses in areas of interest coordinated with curricular needs.

Background

The Department of Religion consists of seven faculty engaged in the study of religious traditions from across the globe and throughout history, including Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Africana, American, and Native American religions. The department supports Trinity’s First Year Experience Program, Pathways Curriculum, and undergraduate research.

Both the Department of Religion and the University as a whole value and safeguard academic freedom for faculty members in their teaching and scholarship. Trinity is guided by a set of core values and is committed to implementing practices in pursuit of an inclusive campus for all students, faculty, and staff to feel welcomed and engaged in a community of learning.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaching: teaching responsibilities will include lower and upper‑division courses in the candidate’s area of interest that complement the curriculum. Participation in the First‑Year Experience program is encouraged. Teaching load is typically 3–2 courses per year.
• Research: consistent and productive scholarly activity, including attendance at professional meetings, participation in professional organizations, presentations of papers at conferences, and publication of research.
• Service: advising majors, service to the department, the university, the profession, and the community.

Appointment Details

This position will be a 9‑month appointment starting August 2027, with a standard pre‑tenure probationary period.

Qualifications

Education

PhD in Religious Studies or related discipline (as of August 2027) required.

Experience

Preferred: previous teaching experience in higher education.