Research Associate & Visiting Faculty, Women’s Studies in Religion

H Net; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard Divinity School invites applications for five full-time positions as Research Associate and Visiting Faculty for 2027-28 in its Women’s Studies in Religion Program. Salary is $65,000 and applications are due online by October 15, 2026.

Applicants must have received a PhD (or equivalent terminal degree) by October 1, 2026. Positions are open to candidates with doctorates in religion or related fields who demonstrate serious interest in religion and gender studies, and who will produce a

Qualifications

• PhD required by Oct 1, 2026.
• Proposals for book-length research projects combining religion and gender welcome.
• Selection emphasizes a strong research prospectus and fit with program priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate a research proposal for a book-length project.
• Produce a publishable piece of work aligned with the program’s priorities.

Education

PhD or equivalent terminal degree

Doctorate in religion or related fields

Job description

Harvard Divinity School invites applications for five full-time positions as Research Associate and Visiting Faculty for 2027-28 in its Women’s Studies in Religion Program. Salary is $65,000 and applications are due online by October 15, 2026.

Applicants must have received a PhD (or equivalent terminal degree) by October 1, 2026. Positions are open to candidates with doctorates in religion or related fields who demonstrate serious interest in religion and gender studies, and who will produce a