Assistant Professor of Theology

Xavier University of Louisiana; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Xavier University of Louisiana invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Catholic Studies in the Theology Department. The appointee will teach undergraduate theology and Catholic studies courses, contribute to the undergraduate core, and engage in scholarly research and service, beginning Fall 2027.

The teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester, with opportunities to mentor students and collaborate across disciplines within the college.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate theology courses, including introductory and specialized Catholic studies courses.
• Maintain an active research agenda with peer-reviewed publications.
• Mentor theology minors/majors.
• Engage in department, college, and university service.
• Teaching load: 12 credit hours per semester.

Job description

The Theology Department at Xavier University of Louisiana, a Catholic and Historically Black University, invites applications for a tenure-track position in Catholic Studies at the assistant professor level beginning in fall 2027. This position is an opportunity for a teacher and scholar with demonstrated expertise in Catholic studies to contribute to a growing department and undergraduate core curriculum. Scholars whose research and/or teaching connects Catholic studies with history, theology, biblical studies, psychology, ethics, decolonial thought, womanist thought, feminist thought, interreligious dialogue, science-engaged theology, or other interdisciplinary approaches to Catholic intellectual and religious traditions are especially encouraged to apply.

Job Duties

Teach undergraduate-level courses in theology, including introductory courses and more specialized courses in Catholic studies and their area(s) of specialization. Maintain an active research agenda and a record of scholarly, peer-reviewed publications. Mentor students minoring and majoring in theology. Engage in service to the department, college, and university. The teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester.