Part-Time Faculty Pool, Religious Studies

Job Description

Instruct course of study in religion. Applications for part-time faculty positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department chair when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring and summer. Postings close yearly on January 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply each year.

At the time of application, applicants should be prepared to upload a cover letter, resume/CV, references list, statement of teaching philosophy, & an unofficial transcript.

Classroom teaching at one of UM's campuses and centers, online teaching, hybrid teaching with support and resources of the College and Division. Sections scheduled between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Masters degree in religion, a related discipline, or an interdisciplinary study focused on religion. Selected candidates must agree to and pass a criminal background check in order to be employed.

The University of Memphis is a leading, student-centered, urban public R1 research institution. Located in Memphis, Tennessee, on 1,160 acres. The University serves a population of nearly 20,000 students and 2,500 employees, including more than 1,000 full-time faculty members. The University offers bachelor's degrees in more than 230 areas of study, master's degrees in more than 50 subjects and doctoral degrees in 26 disciplines;

supported an institutional record of more than $100 million in research awards for FY24; and has an operating budget of close to $500 million.

• Job Identification 150
• Apply Before 01/31/2027, 06:00 AM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Locations Memphis, TN, United States (On-site)
• Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN)
• Hiring Range From $858 per credit hour
• Job Posting Category Part-Time Faculty