Assistant Professor- Tenure Track; Department of History & Religion

Assistant Professor
- Tenure Track (Department of History & Religion)

Position:
Assistant Professor - Tenure Track in History & Religion. The Department of History & Religion at the University of Lethbridge invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor to commence on January 1, 2026 (July 2026 start negotiable) subject to budgetary approval. Hiring salary will be in the range of $79,132 to $98,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The Department seeks a scholar with the ability to teach Hinduism and the History of South Asia. The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. or be nearing completion of a Ph.D. in a relevant subject area, and will have an active record of scholarship, teaching experience, and an interest in departmental service. The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses that contribute to both the Religious Studies and History majors, as well as the Asian Studies program housed in the department.

Background on our programs can be found at  and

• Teach courses related to Hinduism and the History of South Asia.
• Contribute to Religious Studies and History majors, as well as the Asian Studies program.
• Engage in scholarly research and participate in departmental service.

The University of Lethbridge (uLethbridge) is a comprehensive and research-intensive university founded on the principles of liberal education. It operates on traditional Blackfoot land and serves more than 8,000 students across two campuses (Lethbridge and Calgary).

All applications must be submitted online and should include: a letter of application outlining research and teaching interests, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy (no more than 2 pages), outlines of courses previously taught, teaching evaluations, and contact information for three references who are academics in the relevant fields. References will be contacted directly with information on how to submit their letters.

The application submission triggers this request to your references, so please ensure they are prepared to submit letters no later than September 15, 2025.

For enquiries about the position, please contact Dr. Lynn Kennedy, Chair, Department of History & Religion at .

Final date to receive applications:
September 15, 2025, or until a suitable applicant is found.

The University acknowledges the potential impact that career interruptions can have on a candidate’s record of achievement and encourages applicants to explain any interruptions in their application. Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference in accordance with immigration requirements. The University is committed to an inclusive and barrier-free work environment; if you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at .

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Teaching Evaluations
• Outlines of Courses Previously Taught
• Contact Information for Three References

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).