Assistant Professor of Religious Studies Job Honolulu area,Hawaii USA,Education / Teaching

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Assistant Professor of Religious Studies

Div Chr Prog Dir Discip Faculty Full Time

Salary Range: $69,925.00 To $72,000.00 Annually

CHAMINADE UNIVERSITY OF HONOLULU

MISSION STATEMENT

Chaminade University offers its students an education in a collaborative learning environment that prepares them for life, service and successful careers. Guided by its Catholic, Marianist and liberal arts educational traditions, Chaminade encourages the development of moral character, personal competencies, and a commitment to build a just and peaceful society. The University offers both the civic and church communities of the Pacific region its academic and intellectual resources in the pursuit of common aims.

I.

Position Information

Title:Assistant Professor of Religious Studies (Tenure Track)

Division:College of Arts and Sciences

Department:School of Theology – Ethics and Leadership

Status:Full Time, Tenure Track, Exempt

II. Position Summary

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Religious Studies, Ethics and Leadership, and Theology. Teaching assignments may include courses in day undergraduate, Early College, Second Chance Pell, Master of Pastoral Theology, and other Chaminade programs.

As a faculty member, the Assistant Professor is expected to actively participate in curriculum development and assessment, accreditation, and student related activities. Tenure track faculty are also expected to maintain a program of active research and publication. The Assistant Professor is expected to advise students, perform all duties professionally and ethically, and support the policies and mission of the University.

III. Reports to

Direct Report to:Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences

IV.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teach the required work load credits per semester in the undergraduate program and possibly the graduate program as assigned
Actively participate in discipline, division, and university related activities and committees, the accreditation process, curriculum development, and scholarship (teaching, grant writing, research, publishing, and community service)
Deliver student-focused, active-learning instruction and conduct assessments of student, program, and course learning outcomes
Adhere to duties as described in the Faculty Handbook
Create a professional development plan and demonstrate a trajectory that promotes excellent teaching, scholarship, community service, and life-long learning
Remain current in the latest industry practices, standards, equipment, research, and technology
Any other duties as assigned by the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive. The percentages regarding the essential and non-essential functions of the job are not precise and are only an approximation, which can vary on a day-to-day basis and are subject to change on an as-needed basis and/or in the sole discretion of supervisory management. Some holiday and weekend work may be required.

VI.

Education and Experience

Minimum

Ph.D. in Religious Studies, Ethical Leadership, Theology, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited college or university
Experience teaching in a university or college setting
Excellent record of teaching in a variety of formats, including in-person, online, and hybrid courses
Demonstrated potential for scholarly research and publication
Experience working with culturally and ethnically diverse students in a multicultural location
Experience teaching in student-centered, small class settings
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Preferred

Proven record of successful teaching and scholarship
Three to five years of experience teaching undergraduate and graduate courses at the university level
Teaching and research competence in ethics and leadership and/or Hebrew and Christian Scriptures
Experience working with Hawai‘i and Pacific Island communities

VII. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Demonstrated success in teaching at an institution of higher education for at least one (1) year
Demonstrated teaching excellence in the discipline and/or related fields
Proficient in the use of technology such as Microsoft Office Suite or related software, learning management systems (e.g. Canvas), and other programs related to teaching, learning, advising, and…