Visiting Lecturer, Religious Studies and Classics - Job at University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ

Visiting Lecturer, Religious Studies and Classics

Tucson, AZ

Posted 13 days ago

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Visiting Lecturer, Religious Studies and Classics
Posting Number	req18854
Department	Religious Studies and Classics
Department Website Link	https://religion.arizona.edu/
Medical Sub-Speciality
Location	Main Campus
Address	1512 E. First St., Tucson, AZ 85719 USA
Position Highlights	The Department of Religious Studies and Classics at the University of Arizona invites applications for a one-year visiting lecturer in Religious Studies (full time, with benefits). Candidates at the ABD level will be considered for the position at the rank of visiting instructor. The successful candidate will teach General Education courses for a diverse undergraduate student population. The department seeks applicants with specialties in one or more of the following areas: Religion and Health; Religion and Gender/Sexuality; Religion in the U.S. Southwest; Religion in Late Antiquity. Candidates prepared to teach a freshman-level "Introduction to World Religions" course are encouraged to apply. Alumni Jacquelynn and Bennett Dorrance have made a gift commitment of $5.4 million to endow the deanship of the University of Arizona College of Humanities and inspire on campus and throughout the world a continuous and fearless spirit of open inquiry: https://humanities.arizona.edu/about/fearless-inquiries-project. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please .
Duties & Responsibilities	Teaching 3 courses per semester based on department needs (80% of workload). Service for the department, including student outreach activities (20% of workload). Holding office hours. Preparing teaching materials independently and collaboratively. Attending meetings and/or events as requested.Actively recruiting majors and minors to the BA in Religious Studies and the BS in Religious Studies for Health Professionals. Contributing to departmental efforts to develop innovative approaches to enhancing student engagement and fostering diversity and inclusive excellence. Additional duties may be assigned.
Minimum Qualifications	Ph.D. in Religious Studies or closely related field by August 1, 2024 Professional-level English
Preferred Qualifications	Experience teaching Religious Studies at the university level.
Rank	Lecturer
Tenure Information	Visiting (NTE)
FLSA	Exempt
Full Time/Part Time	Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week	40
Job FTE	1.0
Work Calendar	Academic
Job Category	Faculty
Benefits Eligible	Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay	$45,000-$50,000
Compensation Type	salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:	Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies	1
Target Hire Date	8/19/2024
Expected End Date	5/18/2025
Contact Information for Candidates	Lindsey Fera lfera@arizona.edu
Open Date	3/13/2024
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant	Please upload 3 required documents for full consideration (please do not type directly into the application system). Curriculum vitae (CV) Cover letter Letter of interest detailing the applicant's preparation to teach Religious Studies (especially any of the courses detailed in this call) Within a few business days after submitting your application you will receive an email asking you to provide contact information for 3 references (do NOT click the "Submit" button until you have added all 3 references using the plus "+" sign button). Your references will then be requested to upload a letter of reference into the system. Once the 3 reference letters have been uploaded, the application will be considered complete. Full consideration will be given to complete applications. The department will begin reviewing applications on April 1, 2024. The position will be open until filled.
Diversity Statement	At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

The University of Arizona is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Job Summary

Company

University of Arizona

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full or Part Time

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

Open