Visiting Assistant Professor of Religious Studies

Job description

The Department of Religion at Wofford College invites applications for a one-year visiting assistant professor (Ph.D.) or visiting instructor (ABD) in Religious Studies to begin fall 2026. The teaching load for this position is 4-0-4. During the fall semester, the candidate will teach 3 sections of a general education Religion Studies course plus 1 section of a Liberal Arts Studies course for entering first-year students (topic to be chosen by the candidate). For the spring semester, the schedule would be 3 sections of a general education Religious Studies course (topic TBD, but can be the same course from the fall) plus 1 upper-level Religious Studies class. Graduate coursework on teaching and/or additional pedagogical training through workshops or certificates is helpful for this position. In addition, we value inclusive pedagogical approaches that aim to engage with a diverse student community. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: A Ph.D. or ABD in Religious Studies. One semester of teaching experience or its equivalent. APPLICATION: All applications must include the following materials: (1) a letter of application that introduces the candidate to the department; (2) a statement explaining...