Interfaith Chaplain and Program Director - MIT

Acslhe; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is seeking an Interfaith Chaplain and Program Director to lead programs aimed at fostering interfaith understanding and ethical growth within the community. The successful candidate will oversee key initiatives, contribute to student development, and handle program operations effectively. This role requires a blend of educational qualifications and experience, along with strong leadership and interpersonal skills to engage with diverse traditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in a higher education setting.
• Knowledge of diverse religious traditions.
• Experience with interfaith engagement and ethical issues.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Addir and Radius programs and ensure smooth operations.
• Facilitate growth and development of student participants in the Addir Fellows.
• Design and implement lectures, workshops, and discussion groups.

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Project management

Understanding of young adult development

Experience in program development

Advocacy strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master’s preferred

Job description

Interfaith Chaplain and Program Director - MIT

Title: Interfaith Chaplain and Program Director

University: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Description:

MIT seeks an Interfaith Chaplain and Program Director to foster interfaith understanding, spiritual well-being, and ethical growth for the MIT community through the leadership of two key programs--the Addir Interfaith Dialogue Fellows and the Radius program in ethics.

Will administer the Addir and Radius programs and ensure that program operations run smoothly; facilitate the growth and development of student participants in the Addir Fellows and coach student leaders; and design and implement lectures, workshops, and discussion groups about important ethical issues, particularly related to scientific and technological developments. Will report directly to the chaplain to the Institute/associate dean. A full description is available at https://studentlife.mit.edu/content/dsl-open-positions .

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (master’s preferred) in a related field
• Three years of experience, preferably in higher education
• Excellent organizational, leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects
• Understanding of and experience with young adult development
• Understanding of diverse religious traditions and successful strategies for interfaith engagement
• Experience in program development
• Understanding of ethical issues
• Experience with effective strategies for advocacy

MIT is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive equitable consideration for employment based on their experience and qualifications, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin. MIT’s full policy on Nondiscrimination can be found here .