Assistant Professor, Theology​/Religious Studies

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University Mission

The University is a Catholic and Jesuit University animated by the spiritual vision and the tradition of excellence characteristic of the Society of Jesus and those who share in its way of proceeding. All candidates must indicate how they would help communicate and support the Catholic and Jesuit identity and mission of the University. The University's mission statement and a description of the history and concepts of the Ignatian teaching philosophy may be found at https://.

Department Theology, Religious Studies Job Purpose

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

Immigration sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

The University of Scranton Department of Theology/Religious Studies invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor beginning in August 2026.

Essential Duties

Within their theological sub-discipline (scripture, historical, systematic, etc.), applicants must demonstrate a clear focus on environmental and/or global issues in Christian theology and praxis and an engagement with the Catholic tradition's contribution to them.

Job responsibilities will include teaching required core curriculum courses in Scripture and Christian theology, mm as well as developing and offering upper-level electives in the field of specialization. The typical teaching load for faculty active in research is 3/3.

Additional Skills Required

Minimum Education Requirements

The successful candidate will hold a PhD in Theology or Religious Studies.

Preferred Education Minimum Job Experience Requirements

Preferred Qualifications Years of Experience Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Annual Schedule 9 Rank Assistant Professor Tenure Tenure Track Is this posting collecting references? Yes
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Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number F00578P Open Date 10/23/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of applications for full consideration begins on December 1, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please submit a CV, a cover letter, a statement addressing your experience with and approach to undergraduate teaching and a Mission & Identity Support Statement