Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) - Religious Studies (27-28)

DePaul University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 67,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefit

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Department of Religious Studies at DePaul University invites applicants for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning September 2027. We are looking for a candidate who specializes in Hebrew Scriptures.

The successful candidate will demonstrate advanced proficiency in Biblical Hebrew and one or more other ancient languages relevant to the study of the Hebrew Bible, bringing rigorous textual, theological, and historical analysis to the classroom.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. preferred; advanced ABDs considered if degree conferred by start date.
• Ability to teach Hebrew Bible/Ancient Near Eastern languages and cross-disciplinary courses.
• Commitment to rigorous textual, theological, and historical analysis.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Religious Studies, including Women in the Bible and Ancient Israel: History, Literature, and Religion.
• Develop and expand offerings in Hebrew Bible and participate in cross-disciplinary programs.
• Engage in scholarly research and contribute to departmental teaching and service.

Skills

Hebrew Scriptures

Biblical Hebrew

Ancient languages

Education

Ph.D.

ABD considered

Job description

Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) - Religious Studies (27-28)

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Below you will find the details for the posting including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening or submitting your interest in teaching.

Posting Details

Job ID: 186619

Rank: Assistant Professor

College/School: Chicago, IL - College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Position Description

The Department of Religious Studies at DePaul University invites applicants for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning September 2027. We are looking for a candidate who specializes in Hebrew Scriptures. The successful candidate will demonstrate advanced proficiency in Biblical Hebrew and one or more other ancient languages relevant to the study of the Hebrew Bible (e.g. Ugaritic, Akkadian, Aramaic, or Greek), bringing rigorous textual, theological, and historical analysis to the classroom. They should also be prepared to teach thematic courses, such as Women in the Bible and Ancient Israel: History, Literature, and Religion, as well as a willingness to expand the department's offerings in Hebrew Bible and to teach in cross-disciplinary programs.

We are interested in applicants from Religious Studies and allied disciplines whose research and teaching complement the interests and strengths of our interdisciplinary Department.

Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with a Ph.D., but advanced ABDs will be considered if degree conferral is expected by the start date.

General Compensation/Benefits Statement

DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

DePaul University offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefit. Further information regarding benefits can be found here: https://offices.depaul.edu/human-resources/benefits/Pages/default.aspx.

About DePaul University's Academic Calendar

Except for the College of Law, DePaul University operates on a quarter system. Classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters are 11 weeks in length (including finals week) and Summer courses, in two sessions, are typically 5 weeks in length. The College of Law operates on the semester system. Classes in the Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks in length (including finals week) and it offers a Summer Session of 7 weeks (including final exams).

Salary Information

The salary range for this 10-month position is $67,100 - $72,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Lisa Poirier, the chair of the search committee at [e-mail].