Job Description:
Trinity University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Religion beginning in August 2027. The department seeks candidates with expertise in Islam, particularly those whose research brings Islam into conversation with cross-cultural or transnational issues in the academic study of religion. The candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate courses RELI 2371: Introducing Islam: From Mecca to Malala, and RELI 3446: The Qur’an, alongside upper…
division courses in areas of interest coordinated with curricular needs.
BACKGROUND
Trinity University is a secular, independent, private institution, founded in 1869. Trinity offers high-quality science, liberal arts, and pre-professional programs as represented by the four schools (STEM, Arts & Humanities, Social Science and Civic Engagement, and Business) to approximately 2,500 undergraduate students from the U.S. and more than 45 countries. The attractive campus overlooks downtown San Antonio, a city rich in heritage and ethnic diversity. Additional information can be found on the Resource Guide to Trinity & San Antonio.
The Carlos Alvarez School of Arts and Humanities, endowed with a gift of $25 million, is at the center of Trinity's liberal arts education. Faculty are international leaders in their respective fields, creating engaged learning experiences grounded in careful study of tradition, critical thinking, clear communication, and creative expression.
The Department of Religion consists of seven faculty engaged in the study of religious traditions from across the globe and throughout history, including Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Africana, American, and Native American religions.The Department is committed to supporting Trinity’s First Year Experience Program, the Pathways Curriculum, and undergraduate research with students.
Both the Department of Religion and the University as a whole value and safeguard academic freedom for faculty members in their teaching and scholarship. Trinity is guided by a set of core values and is committed to implementing practices in pursuit of an inclusive campus for all students, faculty, and staff to feel welcomed and engaged in a community of learning.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Teaching: Teaching responsibilities will include both lower and upper-division courses in the candidate’s area of interest that complement the departmental curriculum. Participating in the First-Year Experience program is encouraged. Teaching load is typically 3-2 courses per year.
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Research: Consistent and productive scholarly activity, including attendance at professional meetings, participation in professional organizations, presentations of papers at academic conferences, and publication of research.
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Service: Advising majors, service to the department, the university, the profession, and the community.
APPOINTMENT DETAILS
This position will be a 9-month appointment (9 or 12 month disbursement) starting August 2027, with a standard pre-tenure probationary period.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
Required: PhD in Religious Studies or related discipline (as of August, 2027) required.
EXPERIENCE
Preferred: Previous teaching experience in higher education.
HOW TO APPLY
For internal applicants, please apply through Workday using the 'Jobs Hub' application, see instructions provided here.
For external applicants, when starting the application, select "Apply Manually.” Only complete fields with a red asterisk, which are required. Please create your Workday application account using a personal email address, as you will need to maintain access to this account throughout the pre-hire process, if selected.
For all applicants, you do not need to complete the “(Work) Experience,” “Education,” “Certifications,” or “Languages” fields - these details will be provided in your curriculum vitae.
In the “Application Documents” field, please upload the following as seen below.
Submit each as a separate pdf file:
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Cover Letter which addresses the candidate’s research and teaching
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Curriculum Vitae
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Names and contact information for three references
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Intentional inclusion statement - Intentional Inclusion is a core value at Trinity University. Please provide a brief (1-2 page) reflection on the ways that you might contribute to cultivating an environment where people feel welcomed, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential. Provide examples of how that relates to your teaching, research/scholarship and other professional activities.
The committee will begin reviewing applications on October 2, 2026.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Dr. Sarah Pinnock, Search Committee Chair, Department of Religion, spinnock@trinity.edu
Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting an application. If you have revisions needed to an application already submitted or need help submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at 210-999-7507 or email humanresources@trinity.edu.