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History of the Study of Religion Lecturer

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Position description

The Interdepartmental Program in the Study of Religion at the University of California, Los Angeles is seeking a part-time Lecturer to teach one course on the History of Study of Religion during the Spring 2022 academic quarter. This course examines how study of religion has interacted with other academic fields, especially biblical studies, anthropology, sociology, psychology, and evolutionary biology.

Applicants must have a PhD in Religions Studies or related fields, and should have experience teaching in a university setting. The ideal candidate should have knowledge of major modern theories, methods, and approaches to study of religion to situate them within their own historical, philosophical, and social contexts.

Applicants should apply online via UCLA Academic Recruit. This position requires submission of a CV, and contact information for a minimum of three individuals who may be contacted for a letter of recommendation.

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Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Applicants must have a PhD in Religions Studies or related fields, and should have experience teaching in a university setting.

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Cover Letter (Optional)

  • Statement of Research (Optional)

  • Statement of Teaching (Optional)

  • Statement on Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - An EDI Statement describes a faculty candidate’s past, present, and future (planned) contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion. To learn more about how UCLA thinks about contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, please review our Sample Guidance for Candidates and related EDI Statement FAQ document.
    (Optional)

  • Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements
  • 3 required (contact information only)

References will be contacted only upon request from the Search Committee

Apply link: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF07133

Help contact: lenneian@humnet.ucla.edu

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