Tenure-Track: Great Books in Early Biblical Thought

University of Texas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for a full-time tenure-track assistant professor in the Great Books with a focus on the early biblical tradition. Primary appointments are in the School of Civic Leadership with affiliations in the Thomas Jefferson Center, beginning Fall 2027.

Candidates will teach in the School's discussion-based Great Books curriculum and in the university's core curriculum, delivering seminars that explore foundational texts across disciplines and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a field related to the Great Books, with pedagogy and scholarship aligned to the School's mission.
• Interdisciplinary emphasis across disciplines and languages relevant to Great Books.
• Evidence of teaching excellence and a coherent research agenda.

Responsibilities

• Teach in the School's discussion-based Great Books curriculum and core curriculum.
• Contribute to the advancement of the School of Civic Leadership and the Thomas Jefferson Center.
• Collaborate across the University with relevant departments and programs.

Skills

Exceptional teaching

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Robust scholarship

Education

Ph.D. in a field related to the Great Books

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for a full-time tenure-track assistant professor in the Great Books with a focus on the early biblical tradition. Primary appointments are in the School of Civic Leadership with affiliations in the Thomas Jefferson Center, beginning Fall 2027.

Candidates will teach in the School's discussion-based Great Books curriculum and in the university's core curriculum, delivering seminars that explore foundational texts across disciplines and