Job Posting in Indigenous Religions at University of Missouri

Job Posting in Indigenous Religions at University of Missouri

University of Missouri

Indigenous Religions

The University of Missouri announces a position in Indigenous Religions. The position will be filled at the tenure-track assistant professor/associate professor level. Area of specialization is open, but successful candidates must be able to teach a broad comparative course on indigenous religions and complement the existing strengths of our faculty. Other relevant criteria include: evidence of excellence in teaching; superior research skills; a clearly defined research agenda; ability to contribute to the department’s methodological diversity; and potential for significant contribution to the work of the department in a public research-intensive university context. Applicants’ work should be informed by methods and theories in the academic study of religion (religious studies). Teaching responsibilities include two courses per semester and close work with undergraduate and graduate students. The courses will range from introductory undergraduate courses to master’s level graduate seminars. The appointment will begin August 15, 2014. A Ph.D. completed by August 2014 is expected.
Please apply online at: http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/academic.  Merge your CV with a letter of application and upload the documents in the Resume/CV section of the application.  Applicants should include a writing sample in the “attachments” portion of the online application system.   Three letters of recommendation are required and should be sent by your referees to Dr. Richard Callahan, Chair, Department of Religious Studies, 221 Arts & Science Building, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO  65211-7090; or email callahanrj@missouri.edu.  You may also contact him with any questions about the job duties.  Contact Human Resource Services muhrs@missouri.edu for any questions about the application process.  ABD’s and recent Ph.D.’s should also arrange for copies of transcripts to be sent.
Applications received by October 15, 2013 will be considered for an interview in November at the American Academy of Religion Annual Meeting in Baltimore. The University of Missouri is an EO/AA/ADA employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.