Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor in Religious Studies

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

NC State University invites applications for short-term teaching positions in Religious Studies for the 2025-26 academic year. Candidates will teach courses like Religious Traditions of the World and Introduction to the New Testament based on departmental needs, requiring a Master’s or Doctor’s Degree in Religious Studies.

Qualifications

• Lecturer requires a Master’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• Assistant Teaching Professor requires a Doctor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• Ph.D. is preferred for Assistant Teaching Professor.

Responsibilities

• Teach various Religious Studies courses during the academic year.
• Engage in departmental activities and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong commitment to excellence in teaching

Excellent communication skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Religious Studies or related field

Doctor’s Degree in Religious Studies or related field

Job description

Posting Number:

PG193991EP

Internal Recruitment :

No

Working Title:

Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor in Religious Studies

Anticipated Hiring Range:

Commensurate with experience and credentials

Work Schedule:

Varies Based on Teaching Schedule

Job Location:

Raleigh, NC

Department :

Philosophy & Religious Studies

About the Department:

The Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies at North Carolina State University is committed to offering a high quality undergraduate Philosophy curriculum, including a major and minor in Philosophy, that gives students an opportunity to confront through historical and contemporary resources a wide range of central philosophical issues, such as the relationship between the mind and brain, the ethical implications of scientific advances, the justification of moral, political, and legal institutions, the relationship between human knowledge and reality, and the nature of the logic that structures human language and thought; offering a high-quality undergraduate Religious Studies curriculum, including a major and a minor in Religious Studies, that provides students an extended opportunity to examine the multiple interpretations of the category “religion” – including religion as a social construction, as an element of psychological development, as a branch of metaphysics, and as a constellation of ritual practices – and the ways in which religious traditions have played a central role in human culture and history; developing the analytical abilities and expressive powers of our students; providing and expanding educational and research opportunities at the graduate level; and conducting research, teaching and scholarship that further knowledge and understanding in the disciplines of Philosophy and Religious Studies.

Essential Job Duties:

The Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies at NC State University invites applications for potential short-term teaching positions in Religious Studies during the 2025-26 academic year. These positions may involve teaching one or more courses for a single semester or the full academic year, depending on departmental needs.
Courses that may require instructors include Religious Traditions of the World, Asian Religions, Introduction to the Old Testament, Introduction to the New Testament, The Hindu Tradition, The Buddhist Traditions, Islam, and other Religious Studies (REL) courses listed in the NC State course catalog.

We welcome applications from qualified candidates and will review submissions as teaching needs arise.

Other Responsibilities:

Perform other duties as assigned by the department head.

Minimum Education and Experience:

Lecturer: Master’s Degree in Religious Studies or related field, an equivalent degree or equivalent professional experience is required. If teaching graduate level courses, a Doctor’s Degree, an equivalent degree, or equivalent professional experience is required.

Assistant Teaching Professor: Doctor’s Degree in Religious Studies or related field, an equivalent degree, or equivalent professional experience is required. Ability to direct activities and participate in departmental activities.

Rank and appointment will be based on qualifications and experience..

Other Required Qualifications:

• Strong commitment to excellence in teaching
• Excellent communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. strongly preferred

Required License(s) or Certification(s):

n/a

Valid NC Driver's License required:

No

Commercial Driver's License required:

No

Job Open Date:

03/04/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please attach an application letter, your Curriculum Vitae, and evidence of teaching effectiveness (using the “Teaching Statement” option) to your online application and arrange to have three letters of reference sent by email attachment to Kathryn Zellmer at [e-mail]. Applications will be reviewed when teaching needs arise.

Position Number:

00104561

Position Type:

Non-Tenure-Track Faculty

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week):

.225-1.0 FTE

Appointment:

9 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather:

Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events:

Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Department ID:

160501 - Philosophy & Religious Studies

EEO:

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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