Lecturer in Religious Studies

University Of The, Inc.arnate Word; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 31,248 - 34,596; Part time

Job summary

The Department of Religious Studies at the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, TX invites applications for a part-time Lecturer in Religious Studies for the 2026-2027 academic year. The appointment is non-tenure track and involves teaching undergraduate courses and participating in department activities.

Qualifications include earned MA, MTs, or MDiv, at least one year of college teaching with documented student evaluations; ABD or PhD is preferred.

Qualifications

• Earned MA, MT.S., or M.Div. degree.
• At least one year of successful teaching experience at the college or university level with documentation of student evaluations.
• ABD, Ph.D., or ThD preferred.
• Relevant ministry experience considered in lieu of teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course outlines and teach courses in Religious Studies using approved departmental syllabi.
• Prepare and administer timely assessments (essays, exams) reflecting learning outcomes.
• Collaborate with department to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Be available outside of class to assist students and answer questions.
• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record-keeping and feedback.
• Maintain professional relationships with faculty, staff, and students.

Skills

Deliver online instruction

Instructional technology

Evenings/weekends teaching

Diversity and inclusion

Professional ethics

Education

Earned MA/MTS/MDiv

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

N/A.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Lecturer in Religious Studies

Academic Year

Academic Year 2026-2027

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Department of Religious Studies is seeking part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Religious Studies within the College of Humanities, Arts, & Social Science. Position will teach undergraduate courses in Religious Studies. This is a part-time, non-tenure-track appointment. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the university include teaching and professional activities as assigned.This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed during the 2026-2027 Academic Year.

Full-Time Faculty Annual Assignment Period

Full-Time Faculty Annual Assignment Period NA-part-time faculty

This position is not benefits eligible.

Essential Functions

Basic Instructional Duties:

• Prepare course outlines and teach courses in Religious Studies based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures; lead classroom discussion and other classroom activities.
• Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses; construct essay assignments and examinations and other performance-based activities that provide evidence of learning by students in the course.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3‑hour class, physically and/or electronically).
• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to deliver instruction online;
• Ability to effectively learn and use instructional technology;
• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening, and weekend sections as needed;
• Ability to incorporate technology into teaching;
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA .

Required Education

Earned M.A., M.T.S., or M.Div. Degree.

Required Work Experience

At least one (1) year of successful teaching experience at the college or university level with documentation of student evaluations. Note that relevant experience in ministry or relevant continuing education in ministry will be considered in lieu of teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D., ThD, or ABD .
• Previous teaching experience in higher education is desired.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

N/A.

Work Hours

Based on course assignment.

Physical Demands

Typical for faculty in this discipline.

Posting Number

Posting Number UN1004PO

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 4

Job Type

Job Type Part Time

Job Category

Job Category Faculty

Desired Start Date

Multi-Hire Pool Yes

Position End Date (if temporary)

Reports to

Reports to Dean, College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences

Salary $2800/class (Master's); $3100/class (Doctorate)

Open Date

Open Date 03/23/2026

Close Date

Close Date 01/31/2027

Open Until Filled No

EOE

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Title IX

This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Philosophy
• Unofficial Transcripts 1
• Professional Reference Contacts

Optional Documents

• Unofficial Transcripts 2
• Unofficial Transcripts 3
• Other Document

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • UIW Website
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • Indeed
  • LinkedIn
  • WorkplaceDiversity.com
  • HispanicDiversity.com
  • BlackJobCenter.com
  • WomensJobCenter.com
  • VeteransConnect.com
  • Personal Referral
  • Employee Referral
  • Other
• If you selected other, please tell us where?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you currently hold at least an M.A., M.T.S., or M.Div. Degree?
  • No
  • Yes, M.A.
  • Yes, M.T.S.
  • Yes, M.Div.
• * Do you have at least one year of teaching experience at the college or university level in this field OR relevant professional experience in this field OR relevant continuing education in ministry ?
  • No
  • Yes, required teaching experience in this field
  • Yes, relevant professional experience in this field
  • Yes, relevant continuing education in ministry
• * How many years of teaching in this field do you have at the college or university level?
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 year
  • 2 years
  • 3 years
  • 4 years