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Lecturer in Religious Studies

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Position description

The Department of Religious Studies invites applications for a pool of qualified temporary lecturers to teach courses in Religious Studies for the upcoming openings. Screening of applicants is ongoing and will continue as needed. The number of positions varies from quarter to quarter, depending on the Department’s needs. Positions may range from 33% to 100% time.

Interested candidates must possess a PhD in Religious Studies or cognate and relevant discipline required at the time of application. Two years of previous teaching experience is required; five or more years of teaching experience is preferred.

The Department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through teaching, research and service.

To apply, please go to the following link: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/apply/JPF00972. Applicants must submit a cover letter; C.V.; and a summary of teaching experience and teaching evaluations. Applicants must also submit contact information for three references.

The posting will remain open until October 31, 2017 to accommodate department needs. Appointments for Fall quarter are usually reviewed in July, Winter quarter in October, and Spring Quarter in February. If you would like to continue to be considered after that time, and the pooled position is advertised again, you will need to submit a new application.

The University of California is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application Requirements

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

  • Cover Letter

  • Summary of Teaching Experience

  • Summary of Teaching Evaluations

  • Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements
  • 3-5 required (contact information only)

Job location

Santa Barbara, CA